Chapter 615

“I need to head back.”

As Lila grabbed her arm, she said, “Hugue got a tip from a guest. This part’s for you.”

Madelyn was not listening to anything else being said; her only thought was ‘escape.‘ She nodded, “Thanks. And please let him know I’m grateful.”

Lila frowned, “We’ve got a problem. A heavy storm hit, causing the ship to lose control. It won’t be repaired until tomorrow, so everyone’s staying on board tonight.”

Madelyn’s eyes widened, “Seriously?”

Lila nodded seriously, “That’s why the banquet ended early. Everyone, guests and crew alike, have to bunk here.”

to why Zach would be on this ship. Together with Lila, she made her way to the crew area. The two were assigned a small, tight crew cabin. Looking out, she saw waves crashing against the ship, punctuated by deafening thunder and bright lightning flashes. Their beds? Nothing more than hard wooden planks in a room that felt damp. While the day’s exhaustion took its toll on Lila, sending her to sleep quickly, Madelyn remained alert, thoughts swirling

Each time Lila rose to use the restroom, the movement roused Madelyn. Lila left the door slightly open, allowing a chilly sea breeze to permeate the room. Lila’s discomfort was likely from the crew meal she had eaten earlier.

“Who are you?“.

his way toward the slightly ajar cabin door. As he stepped in, a vibrant flash of lightning painted the room in light, revealing a sleeping woman whose face bore

her eyes to darkness as it creaked and sank a bit. A cold, smoky scent filled the air. Suddenly,

welled inside her, “Let

eye. As Madelyn cried and fought, Lila lunged forward to help,

for royalty, vastly larger than her own quarters. The space was decked out like a posh hotel suite, complete with an opulent bathroom showcasing a lavish bathtub. Through the open curtains, the vast ocean stretched out. Zach, appearing every bit

do this!” Madelyn pleaded, her voice

actions were hurried, as if driven by intoxication. Perhaps the alcohol clouded his judgment, making him act without restraint. The last time they were close left a lasting impression on him. Since Madelyn’s departure,

voice shaky. “Don’t you dare!

With a raspy voice, Zach gently held her chin, his lips pulling

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