The stars had transformed into a full-blown sun, yet the girl remained in a deep slumber. The trio of brothers, captivated and vigilant, had spent the entire night watching over her. It proved inadequate; the mere presence of the girl had ignited an unfamiliar sensation within them—the beating of a heart within their once impassive chests.

Why did they feel this way?

Despite their attempts to unravel her secrets using supernatural powers, an unyielding force prevented their abilities from manifesting in her presence. The maids knocked on the door, signaling the dawn and the need to attend to daily tasks. Their breaths hitched upon witnessing the brothers' unwavering vigil. Senior maid Ava cautiously approached.

"Master! Good Morning!"

"Morning!" Nathan replied.

“Can we start cleaning and change her clothes since she hasn't woken up yet?”

The brothers stole glances at the girl, still deep in slumber.

“No! Don’t disturb her!” Chris groaned, unwilling to allow anyone to disrupt his Enigma’s sleep.

“Let her sleep and send our breakfast here only,” Nathan added.

Ava, along with the other maids, was astonished but nodded in compliance.

“And nobody should be allowed in this room except us and our deployed person. Take those useless maids along with you,” Iston brooded.

The head maid was stunned; describing her reaction as an understatement would be an understatement itself. She had served for a long time, weathered numerous complaints, but this was the first time she witnessed such arcane behavior from her masters.

“As you say, Master,” she bowed and scurried away.

In just a few hours, their nonchalant and deleterious masters had turned into philocaly enthusiasts. The seemingly inconspicuous girl, merely a few hours into their lives, had them on edge.

Those who were once the epitome of terror in the supernatural world now found themselves entangled in a struggle for a simple girl who remained blissfully unaware of their existence.

“Moon Goddess, save her from these beasts,” prayers involuntarily escaped the mouth of one of the maids.

As noon approached, the brothers found themselves unable to tear away from her presence. Nathan received a call from Beta about an urgent meeting, and he mind-linked Chris. Both hurried to the meeting, instructing Iston to join them later.

Chris and Nathan were briefed on the latest developments in the human territorial community and the imminent threat they posed. Some had been captured while conspiring to harm the brothers' territory.

Infuriated, Chris ordered retribution, demonstrating the consequences of human greed for power and money. Nature, it seemed, was reclaiming its hold.

The meeting concluded temporarily, and the brothers contemplated extending their influence into the human world, empowering themselves through both business and supernatural means.

Iston tapped his foot impatiently, counting the seconds until he could return to his Lacuna. Smiling to himself, he reminisced about her face. While discussing other captors who had vehemently refused submission, their meeting was interrupted by a loud shriek.

The trio’s eyes widened in alarm, and they ran back to the room where Enigma lay. They reached the room to find the girl on the bed, disheveled and screaming. In the darkness, she couldn't see anything, but for the trio, it was quite the opposite.

The room was enveloped in darkness, and she clutched her sheet tightly against her face. Maids rushed to the scene, but the brothers gestured for them to leave.

“Please leave me … please leave me,” the girl pleaded, her voice filled with pain and fear. The brothers sensed it acutely, and it struck a chord within them.

She can't deny them! Does she know about us?

The mere thought of her fearing them ignited an anger within Chris. He strode to her bed and pulled away her sheet.

He grasped her hand, and once again, she screamed, reminiscent of the force she felt on that night. The fear and pain within her intensified. She wriggled, but two strong arms held her firmly. She met two grey eyes staring back into her emerald ones.

In the darkness of the room, only those eyes offered comfort, emanating an unusual coldness. A shiver ran down her spine. She stopped wriggling and drowned deep in them, feeling comfort and calmness.

The same went for the beholder; he was mesmerized by her beautiful emerald eyes. For the first time in ages, he saw such captivating eyes, capturing his once stone heart, instilling a newfound sense of credence.

Accepting his weakness yet filled with the confidence of securing his most precious and newfound organ.

“Le..lea..ave me!” she pleaded.

“Never,” they growled darkly, making her tremble.

“I..I..I am ….I..I..didn't do anything,” she tried again to release herself, but all in vain.

“He saved you, girl!” Nathan couldn't control himself. The ineffable brothers felt compelled to explain.

She relaxed and stopped wiggling. She put her hands on his chest, on his beating heart, causing it to quicken. His insides churned in anticipation.

“Please save me,” he heard the quiescent voice trembling with unknown fear.

“You are safe, Enigma.” He used his softest tone in response, which was hidden from even himself. He stopped breathing, and his ears were perked up.

“W..where am I?” she asked softly.

"In our house! In our room!" Nathan initiated the conversation as Chris remained speechless.

“O-our r..roo..m?” she asked with her most innocent eyes. They wanted a clear glimpse of the girl, but their minds were not processing the right things.

“Yes, Lacuna!” Iston made his presence felt just as Nathan blurted, “Yes, Precious!”

The girl was still in Chris’s arms, and the both brothers stood on either side. Their heavy breaths fanned her face.

She was gawking at two other pairs of onyx and midnight blue eyes. The girl was puzzled in the darkness; only voices and eyes were she hearing and able to see.

They sparkled and admired her beauty when something struck them: she was scared.

“I..I..scared of darkness, Sir!” Her honey-dripping voice resonated in the room. Duende to rule them all! A silky accent!

Iston snapped his fingers, and the sinful words reverberated through the room.

"FUCK!" chorused in the room.

EYESOME!

VISTA!

The atmosphere crackled with a newfound intensity, leaving a mysterious cliffhanger lingering in the air

The words lingered in the air, leaving the brothers exchanging glances, a silent understanding passing between them. Enigma, still nestled in Chris's arms, began to piece together the puzzling atmosphere surrounding her.

The brothers, accustomed to being the masters of their own world, found themselves entangled in an enigma — a profound mystery that had unexpectedly entered their lives. The girl, with her innocent charm and fragility, had disrupted the usual order of their existence.

The room, now bathed in a different kind of darkness, held a promise of revelations and transformations. The trio, each bearing their unique allure, faced a challenge they never anticipated — decoding the enigma that was Enigma herself.

Little did they know; this encounter was merely the beginning of a journey that would unravel secrets, test their limits, and redefine their existence. The echoes of that pivotal moment lingered in the air, leaving a cliffhanger that hinted at an enthralling tale yet to unfold

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