While Julian was deep in his cultivation, in a quiet room nearby, Alden and Regina sat on the bed, engaged in a private conversation.
Alden's voice was filled with pride as he spoke. "So, he has not changed," he said with a smile. "He really controls his power and doesn't let it consume him. He will surely make our family proud."
Regina sat beside him, but her thoughts were far from the conversation. Her mind wandered, her heart racing as she recalled the image of Julian's absolute dominance, the overwhelming force he had just displayed.
Despite the turmoil that had unfolded between them, she couldn't help but acknowledge the truth in his words.
Be by my side and rule this world as my equal.
As if she was hypnotized, the words replayed again and again in her mind, until she could no longer pretend to ignore it.
Her own acknowledgement sent a jolt through her, a feeling that was both terrifying and tantalizing.
