After Delora left, the weather began to worsen as soon it began to rain heavily, the cold droplets were falling down. “Damn that woman.” Cursing under his breath, Kriss withdrew his sword and went down immediately to go after Juniper. He had shared internal resentment enough for the woman who dared to put Juniper in this condition in the first place. Yet was unable to grasp why Juniper and Ahlum were punished when they had done nothing wrong. For one second, he could comprehend why Jade for loving Tristan but grasping Juniper and Ahlum into this left him bewildered. What kind of sister does this? What a hysterical woman. Kriss thought with a sour face, getting down from the top. “Cassandra! Where is Jade?” Kriss asked, running up to them meanwhile they were flabbergasted and vexed about the display of immense power. “Others are looking for her.” She replied vaguely, looking away, clearing her throat and bringing Ahlum down first. “Hold her, I will take this out.” Kriss said
Calling her exhilaratingly, Tristan pushed the bushes coming in his way, rushing to his mate oblivious of this world, desiring her only.They all smiled in reassurance also but it couldn’t last long when they reached the bush and shifted them out of their way only to greet the one of the most grotesque sight of their lives.“What the-” Stopping mid-way, they didn’t know how to react towards the body they saw.Jade’s body was tied with ropes tightly to imprint marks, arms forced to be closed at her chest as her body was hanging upside down from a tree.“J-Jade?” Whispering, tears sprang in Tristan’s eyes, her mouth was wide open with blood flowing out from her nose and mouth.The disturbing sight tainted all of their memories, impotent to bear it, Tristan ran and tried to hold her body.“No, no, no,” Shaking his head, he tried to hold her up but the condition in which her body was found, nothing could revive the soul he had lost.“Tristan-” Randall whispered, coming closer to help him
With a heavy heart, Kriss returned with others. Unable to discard the powerlessness traveling in him. Kriss had never felt weak before.He was one step away from saving them back then and now all he could witness was Tristan shattering before the sight of his beloved.All he could recall was a weight cracking his heart into cold gaps desiring reprieve and eradicate this feeling. He felt terrible.It wasn’t his fault but the fact he couldn’t save them will sting.What was he supposed to do anyways? Ravage the whole town like he had burned the forest with his fight with Delora? Kill hundreds only to save three? “Kriss?” Persephone called, rushing to his side when he arrived. By the time everyone came back, Juniper was awake and they knew what happened.“Where’s Tristan? Is he okay? And Jade, Oh God, how could this happen?” Persephone asked in a croaked voice, holding his shirt, narrowing her eyes.“Zadicus came, he took Tristan. We.. buried her.” Kriss said with extreme difficulty.
As they were sitting in silence, they noticed Ahlum was waking up slowly. They wanted to sink this in before continuing, allowing them to mourn and not forcing them to carry with a weight on their chest.“Ahlum? How are you now?” Cassandra asked tenderly, rubbing her back slowly when she groaned and tried to sit up after contemplating her surroundings.Blinking, her vision began to clear up gradually and the heavy realization of the nightmare she witnessed began to sink in.“Jade? Juniper? Where are they?” She asked, panicking a little, searching around with a gaped mouth and tension suffocating her.“Ahlum, you are injured. You shouldn’t stress now. It’s not good for you.” Cassandra whispered, trying to hold her and not let disturbance affect her recovery.“No, Y-You haven’t seen what she did… She…” Ahlum cried, holding her desperate, hoping it could eradicate the memory imprinted on her mind but to no avail.Tabit and Cassandra were holding her, willing to help but she couldn't take
After Juniper’s argument with Ahlum, trying to knock some sense into her and taking all accusations on herself, willing to bear the scar of it forever.“Did you notice? She didn’t say her sister’s name once. She doesn’t want us to know.” Cassandra said, narrowing her eyes after noticing.“What can it change? I hate her already. Let’s respect their personal space. We all know she is a criminal for sure which we all resent.” Tabit shrugged, not bothering to think deeply about it.“Yeah, me too. She must be the worst type of a sister.” Cassandra muttered, pitying their condition.None of them were in Delora’ favor, resenting her for being this heartless, for breaking her own sister without a second thought. “She is.” Tabit hummed.“And poor Juniper, how hard it should be for her to be someone Ahlum could look up to, to not break for her courage.” Cassandra whispered, hugging herself, wanting to do anything to help Ahlum.“It’s breaking my heart. My sister used to do the same. No matter
Persephone smiled earnestly when Ahlum took Juniper’s hands, ready to gather her courage and move on with the path of life no matter how harsh it gets.That’s what life is, an unpaved path of struggles.Smiling, she folded her arms at her chest and noticed Kriss smiling at them while leaning on the tree, tranquilized for Juniper. Noticing his look, Persephone walked up to him.“Hey.” She whispered, leaning against the opposite side, turning her head in his direction.“Hey.” He hummed.“How was… Tristan?” She asked vaguely, worried for him.“What do you expect? The first love of his life died terribly. It might take him a prolonged period to overcome this pain.” Kriss whispered, lowering his gaze in dejection.“Losing a cherished one is never easy,” Persephone hummed, curling her lips upward sorrowfully.“I wasn't able to spend much time with my parents but I miss them, I miss Sir Zuka too. I miss those days.” She whispered, a tear pricking in the corner of her eyes.“I don’t want to l
Tristan was sitting besides Jade’s grave, the sky was clearing up, the rain was ending but not the one releasing from his eyes silently.Hugging his knees close to his chest, staring at her grave with a void filling his chest. Zadicus was staring at his brother in compassion.He was left with no words to explain, to console his Brother, only witnessing his despair from afar, praying for him to gain strength.“I can’t stay forever nor do you want me to go anyways.” Tristan chuckled dryly, looking down.“But I wished we could have been together for a little longer, That you could stay for a little more.” His voice broke, tears blurring his vision.He couldn’t bring himself to rise from the ground anymore, the prick was hurting him immensely.“There were so many things I wanted to tell you, to propose but I guess… I had to keep it in my heart forever…” He chuckled, sniffling trying not to cry while expressing his sorrow.Zadicus’ lips parted to say something but what could he say for his
To Daphne and others, in Zadicus’ absence, she was put in-charge, to lead the ground towards the relic. “Do you think Jade will be okay?” Leona asked, looking down with an almost crying face. No matter how much she fights but Tristan was her friend. She cannot bear him in this anguish, not after he had finally found his solace after all these years. “We can’t say.” Ruth sighed, knowing how Leona is worried for Tristan but they can’t do anything either. “Why did she take them away in the first place?” Leona asked, frustration dripping from her words. “Because they don’t belong here.” Daphne replied coldly, understanding this day had to come sooner or later. Only Daphne, Tristan and Avin knew where they came from and to avoid personal disputes, they didn’t tell anyone. “Besides, they are not permitted to fall in love too. Jade just committed a sin, it’s unlikely she would survive.” Avin said in his usual dead tone which irked Leona, pissed, she growled at him. “We don’t want to h
~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