CASSANDRA'S POV I don't know what was going on in my head but I found myself moving towards El. She looked perplexed at my strange behavior, but it was as though I was getting drawn...like there was a magnetic pull. As I moved towards El and touched her hand, a peculiar sensation washed over me, unlike anything I'd never felt before, transporting me to a different time and place. The surroundings shifted before my eyes, and I found myself somewhere that wasn't here. The darkness was overwhelming, but I could see through it. There came, all of a sudden glimpse of El and realized that I was immersed in the depths of El's past. It was as though I had accessed a hidden portal, revealing fragments of her life that she had kept hidden from the world.As the scenes unfolded, I couldn't help but sense the weight of pain and sorrow that permeated the air. The atmosphere was heavy with unspoken secrets, echoing the struggles and hardships El had faced. I was stunned to see El in this sort of s
CASSANDRA'S POV I took it upon myself to be responsible for everything that happened from this moment onwards. I sat down with my legs crossed, trying to focus on my breath and my thoughts. The magic bubbling within me...I could feel the heat coursing through my veins, the atmosphere of the night adding to the intensity of the flowing magic. I shook a little as it was a bit overwhelming. The magic within me begins to bubble and surge, coursing through my veins with fiery intensity. The night's atmosphere amplifies the power that flows within me, creating an electrifying energy. I shook a little, overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of this newfound magic. It's something I've never experienced before, but Julius, now my trusted mentor, took it upon herself to assist me through this process. At first I missed my concentration a lot of times because I didn't understand what to do. Most times I panicked especially in times when I felt like I was falling down. Those times I jerked upwards,
ALDERS POVAs I observed her from the window, I could see the determination in her eyes. This was a totally new side iof her that was seeing. The Cassandra I knew before didn't know how to manipulate this amount of magic and this, caused me to see her in a new light. It caused me to see her differently than I used to. I cherished the fact that she was growing gradually and daily. With my hand folded at my back, every movement of her hands, every incantation she spoke, was with precision and focus. It was clear that she had dedicated countless hours to mastering the art of magic manipulation. The progress was obvious and I couldn't be any more proud.These days, her nights were spent in deep contemplation, exploring the vast possibilities that magic held. She would immerse herself in books, studying ancient spells and rituals, seeking to understand the fundamental principles behind the magic she sought to control. Apparently, she didn't have time as much as she used to, for me, and eve
JULIUS' POVAnd while I was training Cassandra one night, I couldn't help but notice the shadow from the woods from the corner of my eyes. Then I turned to Cassandra, who obviously needed a good night rest...I noticed her dozing off and took that as an opportunity for me to leave and go after the shadow. As I quietly slipped away from Cassandra, my heart pounded with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Who or what could be lurking in the shadows of the woods? Curiosity propelled me forward as I followed the foot steps of the shadow. The moonlight filtered through the branches, casting eerie shadows on the forest floor as I ventured deeper into the dense foliage. Every rustle of leaves or snap of a twig sent shivers down my spine, but I pressed on, driven by a need to uncover the mystery behind this. The atmosphere was familiar, the sensation was also familiar. I knew the feeling of that magic from anywhere and I wanted to know who this person actually was. Could it be who I thought
CASSANDRA'S POV I squeezed the water out of the soaked cloth and placed it on El's head, I couldn't help but wonder what had suddenly befallen her. Just hours ago, she seemed perfectly fine, and now she lay before me, pale and motionless, in need of urgent treatment. The medical practitioner was yet to arrive, and the fear for her health weighed heavily on my heart. I mean, we were literally discussing about our life journey moments ago and had even been laughing at so many silly things that we both did while we where younger. I just decided to go out for a while to check up on some things and when I came back, she was laying down, completely unconscious. I knew how high my heart jumped when I noticed I sudden fatigue. I was shocked and worried out of my mind, and that made me rush towards her to check if she's okay. Fortunately, she was breathing, but then again, I had to check her temperature and saw how heated up she was. It caused me to be even more worried than I used to be.El
CASSANDRA'S POV "I felt it too." I heard Julius say as she walked in. "I knew Kathrine was somewhere here, lurking behind the bushes. And I also felt energy leave me." She said as she looked at me, then she looked at El. "I believe she's fine now." She said and I nodded. But then, I couldn't understand the fact that she had this unique scent. It was quite unusual, like the scent of a man or something. "Julius." I called and she glanced at me. "Your scent is different." I said and she cocked a brow. "I see." "Care to explain?" "Sabastian has returned." She stated and my eyes widened. So they did have something intimate to do with each other. As I watched Sabastian step into the room, a wave of surprise washed over me. I couldn't help but notice the undeniable intimacy between him and Julius. Their eyes met, and a knowing smile played at the corners of their lips. It was evident that they shared a deep connection—a connection that went beyond mere friendship. I couldn't help bu
CASSANDRA'S POV Julius looked at me with a mixture of surprise and concern. She understood the power and responsibility that came with writing, and she knew the toll it could take on one's mind and soul. But my determination was unwavering. I wanted to unlock the creativity within me, I wanted to know how to handle things...I wanted to know how to predict things through writing. I had to learn it, to delve into the realm of storytelling and discover the magic that lay hidden in the depths of words. To also discover myself and bring the me that is laying dormant out. "Very well," With a sigh, Julius nodded, recognizing the fire that burned within me, her voice filled with both caution and encouragement. "But remember, writing is not merely stringing words together. It is a journey of self-discovery, of exploring the depths of your imagination, and expressing your unique voice. It comes with a huge cost, sacrifice that you would have no choice but to give. Are you sure you want to do
CASSANDRA'S POV Watching the soul fall down to the ground before my eyes, I felt so weak, so drained...I moved to touch it, but I knew that there was no bringing it back to life. I messed up, and I knew it. I was trying to be perfect. My writing skills were back from centuries ago, but I need to balance my emotions so I wouldn't lose another soul. I felt an ethereal tug from a realm that was not here and realized it was Julius calling for me. I was long gone into this realm but I knew I had to go back. Even though, the weight of my mistakes and failures bore down on me, leaving me feeling weak and drained. The truth was, I had been trying too hard to be perfect. I had been so consumed by my own self-imposed expectations that I lost sight of what truly mattered - the rawness and authenticity of my words. I was momentarily lost in the allure of this mysterious realm, tempted to escape the mess I had made. But deep down, I knew that I couldn't abandon my responsibilities or run away