THIRD POV 

And so, the game continued, with Bestian watching and waiting, his eyes fixed on Ciara as she navigated the treacherous waters of Alexio's manipulation. It was a delicate balancing act, but Bestian was confident that he would emerge victorious in the end.

As the days turned into weeks, Bestian's determination only grew stronger. He would do whatever it took to protect Ciara, to keep her safe from the likes of Alexio. He would fight with every fiber of his being, using every trick in the book to outwit his enemy.

And Ciara, oblivious to the danger that lurked in the shadows, continued to resist Alexio's advances. She was...