Category: My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood )

Chapter 55  It seems that the combination of beauty and money holds power beyond her wildest imaginations!  Sebastian said, “Yeah, I’ve even seen a few girls who frequent the garden confessing to Uncle Orion in the backyard!”  “Seriously?”  There are such brave souls, and not just one!  “Seriously, I never lie!”  *So what happened after … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) Chapter 55” »

Chapter 54  Until Sebastian implored from behind, “Xan, you’re squishing me.”  Only then did Xanthea realize Orion had already left.  Damn!  What had just happened to her?  It was as if she had been spellbound for a moment, unable to move. Could Orion be a wizard?  But men after a workout, his voice was too … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) Chapter 54” »

Chapter 53  Orion had the kind of physique that didn’t scream gym junkie; instead, there was a subtle power behind his toned muscles, visible even through his crisp white shirt. The thought of him cooking dinner for her later brought a delightful rush, giving her the peculiar sensation of having hired some sort of CEO–level … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) Chapter 53” »

Chapter 52  Sebastian had wriggled and squirmed for a good while before he managed to escape from Xanthea’s clutches. He glared helplessly at his uncle, who not only didn’t help but also seemed to enjoy the torment. He whispered into Xanthea’s ear, “Xan, you can’t play favorites with Uncle Orion! He’s bigger than me, so … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) Chapter 52” »

Chapter 51  Is this magic? It must be magic, right?  Xanthea was a fairy from a magic castle!  Otherwise, how could she perform magic?  Even though Orion had already suspected something, he was still astonished after seeing her series of smooth movements. His eyes shone with the same fascinated light as Sebastian’s.  After finishing her … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) Chapter 51” »

Chapter 50 Orion didn’t respond to her; he simply strode over to the pool table and with a smooth. stroke scattered the racked balls. Skillfully, he pocketed each one, his movements fluid and precise, playing so beautifully it was almost ridiculous. This prompted Sebastian to jump around, clapping enthusiastically. “Amazing! Uncle Orion, you’re incredible!” “Xan, … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) CHAPTER 50” »

Chapter 49 With a loud “thwack,” the cue stick missed its mark, and the billiard ball stayed put, not moving an inch. The awkward moment caught the daydreaming Xanthea by surprise. She was about to point out the miss when she saw Orion set down his cue and head toward the restroom. “Hey!” Xanthea wanted … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) CHAPTER 49” »

Chapter 48 Xanthea drew close unintentionally, a faint, sweet scent of iris wafting into his nostrils, intoxicating like a potion, magnifying her stunning beauty before his eyes. The lingering thrill from moments ago surged anew, destabilizing his composure. “I’ve got a tutor at home, I’ll have her come up. He set down his pool cue … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) CHAPTER 48” »

Chapter 47 Xanthea suddenly leaned forward, her hands resting on their necks as if she were a nimble fox pouncing on its prey. With a devilish grin aimed slightly towards Sebastian’s face, she said, “Wow, tutoring really works wonders, huh? You’re like a whole new kid. If I’d known you loved your uncle’s lessons this … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) CHAPTER 47” »

Chapter 46 Orion was always a bit of a frosty character, keeping everyone at arm’s length. Despite years of service at the Thompson household, the staff had never seen him warm up to any guest like he did today, and he even cracked a rare smile! “Liam, look at Mr. Lockwood, Ms. Nightshade, and Sebastian … Read More “My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace (Xanthe and Mr. Lockwood ) CHAPTER 46” »