A scream echoed in eleven years old Randall’s ear while he was shaking badly in the corner when his drunk father was beating his mother. He prayed every day for his Father to die, to leave and never return. He had already traumatized him enough by the constant beating and screaming. He might have been a significant figure of the country but all he remembered was him being an asshole who doesn’t deserve a family. “Stop, Stop, Stop…” Whispering, he pulled his hair and rushed down the stairs, utterly furious and compassionate for what his Mother went through. “Stop!” Shouting, tears streamed down his face, pushing his Father away from his Mother. “Don’t hurt her!” He yelled, holding his father. “You little shit! Now you are daring to speak against me huh?” Growling, he slapped Randall harshly enough to draw blood. “It must be your mother teaching that.” Snarling, his anger came back with much force causing Randall to realize he only augment his Mother’s perturbation and didn’t he
It’s been six months since their friendship started. The bond was jovial and heartwarming, filled with smiles and ceaseless talks.“How much did you get?” Avin asked, counting his money, smirking at Persephone who came with a frown.“Not much. They were pretty, I thought they were worth more.” She sighed after getting some penny for selling all the gems she collected.“Not every beauty is expensive; sometimes what entices you is nothing but a pebble.” He smirked, putting his money back, turning to her.“I guess…” She hummed, nodding in agreement.“Ah, there you are!” Vera’s voice came as she jumped out of the cart and rushed to their side, breathing heavily along with Kriss who held a grimace on his face.“Oh.” Looking at him wiped Persephone’s smile as she growled at him, turning her head away.“Exactly my reaction.” Kriss muttered, not wanting to be in Persephone’s presence even but he had no choice either.“What brought you here?” Avin asked, turning to Vera who regained her breat
“Did you hear?” Tristan asked when they overheard not only Zadicus’ but Persephone and Kriss' argument too.“I was craving for some spicy news for a while now.” Zen smirked, stretching his arms and walking back to join Randall who was listening to Persephone and Vera’s talks.“Guys!” Calling, Randall came with a thrill on his face.“Oh, it seems like you got some news.” Tristan smirked, stopping in his tracks.“Persephone is pissed, he is going to make Zadicus choose between her and Kriss.” Randall told them excitedly to anticipate the upcoming drama.Though they never take part in a serious topic, that doesn’t stop them from witnessing it from the
Present After losing the relic and alerting the whole country about it’s disappearance, all of them ran away before they could be spotted and bring further trouble. “There are many small towns nearby, they will surely dispatch soldiers to take a look, make sure to keep it quiet and low.” Kriss ordered strictly. “Yes.” They all nodded in agreement, wearing their hoodies to hide their faces, concealing their presences to stay away from any suspicion. “This place is already filled with rogues, so finding us would be almost impossible,” Ahlum informed, giving the relieving news. “Let’s just go and rest, I am exhausted.” Cassandra mumbled from behind, looking down sadly. They all glanced at her in pity and didn’t say anything as they continued their walk and went their separate ways to not gain attention by their quantity. Zen and Randall went straight to their room and Zen freshened up first. “Damn, why do I have to share a room with you?” Zen muttered, not wanting to share the r
Zen was walking around the town, humming to himself, trying to find something exciting to pass his time and divert his mind. “Did I close the door?” He asked himself but shrugged eventually to discard whatever it was and continued to walk away. “You!” Zen’s breath hitched as he immediately recognized this voice. “Shit.” Cursing under his breath, he began to run away to get away from Leona who was utterly furious and running after him to catch him down. “Come back here, asshole!” She growled, sprinting as he ran away and their chase continued throughout the whole market. “Give back my locket, you damn thief!” She scowled, taking out her gun and shooting him but he slid down to get away but she refused to settle down before she caught him. “Hey, we can talk it out!” Zen yelled, hoping he could get away with this but she won’t settle for low until he gives her cherished possession back. “We might only get it if you return my locket!” She snarled, grabbing a rock and throwing b
My Dearest Rose, I am alright, perfectly fine as you just last me. Maybe I gained weight but I am fine. What about you and the kid? I am missing you guys to the core. You have no idea how badly I want to see you. Being here, I realized one thing. There’s no guarantee of life. I don’t know whether I will live or not but, if I return, I promise, I will stay with you guys and give my old bones some rest. But, if I don’t return, don’t forget to stay strong for me and the kids. You are a warrior’s wife after all. I will always be there, so live long for both of us. You guys are my life. I love you so much. Each moment, each second we spend, the family we created is my treasure. Thank you so much for giving me the best family, for loving me. Your only love, Azen Azen finished his letter and sent his hawk to send this letter to his wife to let her know about his well being. “We weren’t supposed to send a letter to anyone,” Persephone said monotonously. Sitting on his bed, arching his
Kriss was walking with Juniper, talking to her to pass his time and divert his mind from Persephone’s action and give both of them some space. “You love her, don’t you?” Juniper asked, looking down with a feeble smile on her lips.“I don’t think we are close enough to discuss this matter.” Kriss responded nonchalantly, eyes affixed to the front.“But this doesn’t conceal the fact you do.” She smirked, arching a brow in amusement but this was the least topic he intended to disclose at the moment.“Can we talk about something else?” He asked, turning his gaze away but it caused Juniper to frown at him but she understood that he needed some time to gather his cognition.“Sure. Do you want to share a drink so it could help us shift our mind and relax for a moment?” Juniper asked, not trying to force it out from his mouth. “Yeah.” He hummed, nodding in agreement as they left for the bar to pass some time before leaving for Gaimore.Later, Kriss and Juniper went to a random bar and deci
“But, I love her, Zadicus.”Stunned by Kriss’ confession, Zadicus prayed deeply to hear him wrong but it was not a misinterpretation, leading him to the verge of impatience.“Why can’t you understand, Kriss!?” Zadicus yelled, growling under his breath, infuriated at Kriss’ inability to comprehend what he was trying to tell.But, How will Kriss make his heart understand this? How can it be easy for him to apprehend this fact which was taking his life in a slow but painful manner? “Persephone loves me! She always did and always will!” Yelling, Zadicus pushed Kriss away who closed his eyes for a second to clear the screen of tears.But it only released an inaudible sob, showing how hard this situation is for him as he could lose both Persephone and Zadicus. They both mean a lot to him and he cannot afford to lose any of them. “Exactly, why!? Why you but not me!?” Kriss asked, heartbroken, tone barely in its composure.He was praying for Zadicus to witness his deep dejection and step
~Leaving this corrupted tale behind like a chapter in the past…~ Knocking, he took a deep breath, the sensations he once used to feel for her no longer existed, replaced with a delight to find his most cherished people binding in a sacred bond. “Persephone.” Kriss called, opening the door slowly to find Persephone an exquisite princess gown with a veil over her head. She had tears of felicity in her eyes which she wiped quickly and grinned at him, “Kriss?” Kriss returned a kind smile, taking a step towards her, standing before as his eyes contemplated her form, she looked like a princess who was about to end her fairytale. “You look angelic.” Kriss whispered sincerely, stopping at her eyes, felicitous for both Persephone and Zadicus. “Thank you.” She mumbled sheepishly, not used to fancy dresses and gowns but for her special day, she wore the most beautiful floor length lace gown, embroidered heavily. “Zadicus is dying to see you. He is so lucky to have the one he loves. No
While they went to take care of the guest, everyone else was lost in their own world and matters. Waiting for the final moment delightfully. Amid them, Tabit noticed Vera coming with her two years old adopted daughter. Vera wanted to give her life a meaning and adopted a girl from the orphanage. “Hey. How’s Ava doing?” Tabit asked, waving sweetly at Ava. Tabit had changed entirely, the deadness in her tone had faded, the seriousness in her eyes no longer existed, she had become a jovial person. “Good.” Vera smiled, patting her daughter’s head, considering her new meaning of life, offering her everything to this kid now. “Ava, Say hi.” Vera whispered, “Hello.” She greeted sweetly, bowing out of respect. “Hey, sweetie.” Tabit greeted, patting her head and noticing her happiness, Vera asked about her wellbeing, “What about you, Tabit?” “I am doing great. Actually better than I could ever be.” Tabit grinned, straightening her back to turn to Vera and talk to her. “Glad to hear
6 Months Later. Things were finally coming to their nonchalance, everyone was learning the ways of this new world gradually, everyone was accepting their lives- reviving the dead economy of Fier. And after a devilishly long time, the time to make a promise Zadicus made to Persephone had come, the day where their souls would connect eternally had finally come. Their wedding. In a three piece white suit, having an expensive brooch on the label. Hairs combed perfectly behind followed by a clean and trimmed beard unlike before. Clearing his throat, Zadicus looked at himself, checking himself to see whether he looks fine or not and smiled, remembering his Father in this auspicious event. “Finally, this day has come, Father.” Zadicus breathed out, looking out from the window of the grand house he once called his home, smiling beautifully. Following his Father’s steps, he had devoted his life to knowledge and education, he would lead a new generation through his powers and knowledg
After Tristan left, they all exhaled in sadness, turning to each other. “Tristan left too now. First Juniper and Ahlum and now him.” Vera whispered, not liking there were reducing in numbers but at least no one was dead.“I am going home.” Kriss said sadly, not wanting to talk about it anymore, ever since Juniper left, Kriss was totally depressed, he didn’t want to talk with her anymore.“I will check-” Persephone was about to speak but Zadicus stopped her.“Don’t check up on him. He needed to be alone. You guys go. I need to take Persephone somewhere too.” Zadicus said, taking Persephone’s hand.“Where?” She asked but he began to drag her away with him as quickly as he could, leaving everyone bewildered at his rush to take Persephone somewhere they didn’t know about.“Just come. We are already late.” Zadicus said, panting heavily while they were running down the forest, hands tightly locked together so no power of this world could part it. “Zadicus?” Persephone asked, worried at hi
Time passed in a blink of an eye, it had been a month, most of the damage was recovering gradually. Obviously the loss of lives couldn’t be recovered but people were trying to save whatever is left.Everyone was back to their position, to their duties. Many people died so everyone joined in to help. Continuing the family’s work, Zadicus left all violence behind and chose knowledge.He became the education minister, continuing what belonged to his family. Tademono's lineage had always been scholars and he would continue it with Daphne as his assistant. Sir Lark lost his life so Ruth pinched in to handle the country’s security. Of course they would have to work hard to gain acceptance but they did.“I am placing all my faith in you guys. Do not disappoint me. I have already lost too many people and you guys are the saviors.” His Majesty sighed but he truly had no choice but to have their help due to the crisis.“Rest assured, My Lord, we will devote ourselves. You can trust my people
Smiling, Kriss didn't wait for a second and pulled her into a passionate kiss, moving his fingers to her hairs, locking them perfectly to gain access to her lips so he could kiss them with all his endearment.Juniper was taken aback for a second but melted into his pure affection, closing her eyes, pulling his shirt as she kissed him back, moving her lips in unbreakable sync with his.They both smiled, kissing each other passionately. Juniper was slightly sloppy while Kriss’ talented lips gave her a whole new sensation of euphoria. Chuckling huskily, Kriss pulled away, holding Juniper possessively, “Be mine.” He pleaded, losing his breaths, having one desire left in his heart. But it wiped her felicity, replacing it with the apprehension of what she ended up doing in spur of emotions. “I can’t.” She whispered, horrified, realizing she ended up being manipulated by feelings.“Why not? You love me, I love you, I am willing to do everything.” Kriss asked, laughing nervously to wonder
Since Juniper was injured badly, she took a prolonged period to recover from that injury. She was sleeping peacefully until she felt long nails running down softly.Opening her eyes slowly by the foreign feeling, she saw Ahlum was no longer there with her but Delora was.She gasped instantly out of fear, unable to move while she was stroking her hairs.“How are you, Juniper?” Delora’s seductive tone came, caressing her sister slowly. “Fine.” She gulped, alarmed in her presence but her body was not ready to move and judging Ahlum’s disappearance, Delora must have taken her back to Yizar.“You guys did great. I knew he could do this. Zadicus had this potential in him.” Delora whispered sincerely, pulling her hand away, tracing her finger down to Juniper’s scar on her back, ruining her beautiful sister’s skin- according to her.“Are you here… to kill me?” Juniper asked hesitantly, swallowing hard in dread to wonder what she wanted from her.“You had enough adventure. I cannot risk your
“Finally the old man is retiring.” Vera chuckled, shaking her head to see Azen finally giving up on his position as the leader of Red Rain.“Yeah…” Tabit and Vera smiled at the adorable scene before them, looking at the elderly couple made them have faith in love. Their love had been the same for years. Rose is Azen’s lifeline. “Boss, we found someone from the assassin’s camp.” Since Tabit had become the leader of Red Rain, her responsibilities were enhanced. Sighing, she grinned, waving at all of them and left to see. Being from the camp too, she knew what could save a lost soul.Before Tabit, a thirteen year old kid was there who had no hopes of living just like her. She won’t ruin another life. I won’t do what Azen did. They are kids after all. Tabit thought compassionately. Taking a deep breath, she bent on her knees, holding her hand out to the kind who was unknown to kindness.“Hey, I am Tabit. Nice to meet you.” Tabit said happily, giving a sudden spark to the child befor
Sunlight penetrated through the curtains, falling on the face of a handsome man, covered in bandages, sleeping on the king-sized bed, waking him up from the deep but peaceful slumber of his.Opening his eyes slowly, his eyes fell upon a beautiful lady who opened the curtains to allow his skin to absorb some sunshine. Turning her head, she returned a sweet smile, whispering with a most loving tone of hers, “Hey…” Blinking, he regained his senses, clearing his vision from the light and noticing his beloved sitting next to him on the bed.“Persephone?” He called, blinking a few times before gaining his ability to see properly.“How are you feeling, Zadicus?” Humming, Persephone ran her fingers down his soft raven locks while holding his hand with her other hand, caressing him like a cherished possession.“Isn’t it... Your room?” He asked vaguely, sitting up, groaning in pain from the fight, looking around to find himself in the room he never thought would come again, finding himself o