RaylineMy head was pounding painfully as the throbbing ache rushed through it. Opening my eyes, I shook my head and looked at the sunlight seeping into the room. In that instant, the pain went away, and gradually I rolled onto my side, with my hand clutching the sheet to my chest.The other side of the bed looked empty, but soon I spotted a small note that read, "Today's training is early. I'll be back soon. Love you - C.S." My eyes then shifted to the black shirt that was folded and lying on the bed mattress. I just assumed that it was left for me, and it made me smile to myself.Taking a step out of the bedroom, with Cole's shirt hanging on my thighs, I made my way to the kitchen. It was quiet in the apartment except for the noise coming in from the open balcony door.My feet stepped into the kitchen and headed for the fridge. There are all sorts of brands of food that I have never seen before, so I have no idea where to start. Then I spotted some fruit and decided to start there
RaylineThe day seemed to fly by in a flash. Spending the morning buying food and looking out at the streets, then walking around the city looking at the shops and buildings, and even enjoying a bit of dancing in the square with the music playing. It was a relief to walk around and talk to Cole as if everything was fine, pretending that I had no other problems in the world and was on a magical vacation with my boyfriend. Really, I wish it was like that, but I'm grateful to be able to have moments like this."So what's next for today?" I asked as I walked down the sidewalk with a smile on my face."Hmm, I was thinking how about we go to a nice cafe with a nice view, maybe grab a snack," Cole continued as I looked up at him with sparkling eyes, making his light yellow eyes sparkle. "I could show you some of the architectural forms, all the ancient things, and then we could stop at the church and look at the spear.""Sounds perfect," I replied as I clasped his hand and swung our arms bac
RaylineMy lips parted as a wave of sadness washed over me, but not for me or what I wanted, but for him. It was beyond my imagination. The angels made him agree to never bear children. It was either that or his life... He was so young, it's no wonder that he didn't care about the possibilities. He never thought that he would want children. He never even thought that he would fall in love."...Is that part of the reason why you want to stay safe?" I asked, my voice shaking.He bit his lip and looked away, but then I grabbed both his hands."If something happened by accident... there would only be one choice for you." There was a tremor in his hands as he stared at me again. "And I don't want you to be forced to make that decision."I hated it. I hated that he was being forced into a position like this. I hated that he was treated differently. I hated that people were so afraid that they chose to make him suffer instead."I'm sorry," he said weakly, looking defeated.I frowned with pai
RaylineWe made our way down a few hallways until we found the main room, and my vision began to adjust. There were benches lined up, and my eyes looked up to see the beautifully decorated ceiling that hung high above our heads. While I was busy admiring the architecture of this building, Cole went on to observe his surroundings carefully. He then started to take a step in another direction, and I could feel a growing sense of intention in him.At last, after a seemingly endless walk in the darkness, Cole finally stopped in his tracks, and I came across a large display case guarded by ropes. I took a step forward and gave him a fleeting glance."Do... do you think this is real?"He pressed his lips together and took a step closer, his keen eyes looking at them closely. "I don't feel anything." He paused for a moment. "Joey might be right.""Are you sure?" I looked down at the spearhead. It looked centuries old, but that did not mean it was real, it could have been a copy. "Well, maybe
RaylineHe gulped down harshly before leaning over and placing his hand on my shoulder. "That is not going to happen. Cole is very strong. I have seen how much power he has and how hard he works to control it for you. You are just as strong for standing beside him... in a world like ours."My eyes locked onto his as tears began to form in the corners of my vision. "I made a promise to his mother... that I would take care of him." I gulped in a deep breath and looked back up at the dark sky. "I did a terrible job. That time he was gone for months... I was not there for him, and now... I might not be able to keep that promise." My voice cracks as tears roll down my cheeks. Before I knew it, Joey wiped them away, and I let out a sad laugh. "I'm sorry." I raised my hand to wipe away another tear."It's okay," he said quietly. "And it's not your fault if he c
RaylineI was standing in a large hall, taking a deep breath. As my eyes looked around, I recognized that this was the same hallway I remembered Cole introducing himself to his father, which meant the door he was standing in front of was the door to his father's office.He held the handle of the bag on his shoulder, and he shifted in one place before dropping it to the floor. He then straightened up and stepped towards the door, taking one last breath before pushing it open.It revealed his father sitting at his desk fiddling with papers, and as soon as Cole stepped into the room, he glanced up."Oh, Cole." He moved a piece of paper to a pile on the side of the desk. "I have been meaning to call you for a while." Cole took a step forward but did not speak. "I need you for more w
Rayline"Hey."That was how Taylor greeted us when Cole and I reached the doorway. He immediately came over to wrap his arms around Cole, then turned to give me a hug as well, much to my surprise."Hey, Ty," I greeted him back while flashing a small grin.He then motioned us into the house, and we started taking all of our stuff with us. "Are you guys tired? Jetlagged?""Not really, we slept on the plane," Cole told him."You mean that I slept on the plane, right?" I asked, tapping his arm. "You should have taken a nap too, you know.""No, I'm fine," he shrugged leisurely.Just a few moments later, Jesse entered the living
Rayline"Because..." Jesse started but cut himself off as his eyes locked with Taylor's. He shook his head with a sly smirk. "Taylor recently found himself getting involved in... steamy activities in the demon world."Cole lifted his brows."Is that safe?" A hint of concern filled my tone."Taylor can move into the shadows and get past any man that would be guarding, is that right, Ty?" Jesse pointed out.Taylor nodded in agreement. "They are all low-class demons, their minds should be easy to persuade.""You can do shadow shifting?" I asked Taylor, who nodded."That is advanced demon magic. It requires an enormous amount of mental power, and since it's his specialty,