My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

‘Wow.”

Martin was utterly stunned, his eyes wide with admiration. “Then Xan, you take the lead, and we’ll gather the materials!”

“No need to search, just ask the instructor for a lighter and an empty bottle.”

“Got it!” Nelson raised his hand excitedly, “I’ll go ask for them!”

“Miss, is all this for real?”

Rachel looked at her skeptically, while Isabella just pursed her lips, remaining silent.

Though she often disagreed with Xanthea on other matters, she had to admit that Xanthea was unbeatable academically. If she ever decided to leave the spotlight, becoming a renowned scientist wouldn’t be a surprise at all.

“Of course, Xanthea said, turning to Isabella and Rachel. “And you two, don’t just stand there. Go gather some dried cattail leaves.” All text © NôvelD(r)a'ma.Org.

“???” Isabella glared at her. “Why should I listen to you?”

“Don’t you want water?”

Isabella and Rachel reluctantly went off to gather the cattail leaves.

“Xan, what should I do?”

Seeing everyone busy, Martin was eager to help. Xanthea glanced at the lively fish swimming in the water, “You’re a good swimmer, dive in and catch some fish for dinner.”

“Sure thing!”

[Wow, Xanthea is amazing, isn’t she? I can barely keep up!]

[A less–known fact: Xanthea just graduated top of her class from Crestwood National University’s Physics Department! She was a genius!]

[She seems to have taken over as team leader. They’d be lost without her.]

[She’s not only beautiful and tough but also so intellectual. Does someone this perfect really exist?]

[I thought she’d be all high and mighty, being from such a wealthy family, but she’s performing so well. She’s a real role model!]

[It’s strange, despite the presence of other major celebrities, they all seem dull in comparison to her.]

[My heart explodes with love for this hidden gem. Why did she only debut now? I’m totally hooked on Xanthea.]

[Her fanbase exploded overnight. I came out of curiosity and now I can’t leave. I’m too invested in Xanthea.]

Something still seemed missing.

Xanthea touched her chin thoughtfully, then suddenly turned, bumping into a warm, solid embrace.

“Ori… Mr. Lockwood?”

She looked up at him confusedly, meeting his intense obsidian eyes that seemed almost scorching.

“What are you standing here for?“.

“You.”

Before she could finish, he blurted out his response.

“Huh?”

Xanthea froze, then connected her question with his answer, resulting in “I’m standing here for…”

You.

“You.”

Her face turned bright red, thankful that the live cameras were not on her.

“You pervert! A creep!”

But Orion couldn’t hold back his emotions any longer, pulling her close into his arms.

Whenever he saw her shining out in the crowd, surrounded by admirers, a fierce jealousy and possessiveness welled up inside him. He wanted to keep her all to himself, not letting anyone else even dream of her.

“Orion, what are you doing? Let go of me, we’re live on air!”

Xanthea’s hands frantically pushed against his chest, but his gaze only grew more intense.

09:53

He always thought he had could wait patiently, letting love blossom in its own time, but now it seemed he couldn’t wait any longer.