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
Persephone and others were coming back after lighting a whole forest on fire, alarming the army of Gaimore about the security breach. They have to lie low now or else it will doom their relationship with this land. Aziel is not in the best of condition in the first place. It would be terrible if they couldn’t stealth their steps. “Let’s just hope they won’t come to know it’s us or else His Majesty will be furious.” Cassandra mumbled, glancing at the fire which was fading from their sight quickly. “Don’t worry, they haven’t spotted us. We are safe for now,” Tabit assured them, but she was vexed too. They don't want to mess up their personal affairs with this country. “Are you okay, Ahlum?” Persephone asked Ahlum, who was slightly distressed. A grimace lingered with despondency on her face. “I am scared. I don’t want to lose anyone.” She whispered, sharing the tension afflicting her mind. Persephone smiled faintly, lowering her head in the same sorrowful expression, responding, “M
To Zadicus, he was coming with his group in an intense snowstorm, the power of it affecting all of them. Unable to adapt to this atmosphere, they were shivering to no extent.“I knew it was going to be unbelievably cold but I didn’t expect this much.” Ruth mumbled, rubbing her hands vigorously together as all them agreed, trembling in this freezing weather.“I think my heart is frozen. I can’t feel my insides.” Leona shivered, fog coming out of her breaths, trying to not react but to no avail, the cold was taking its toll.Except for Avin, Tristan and Daphne, all of them were almost frozen.Zadicus noticed them, realizing they had never been to an extremely cold place before. They were unable to adapt to it and sighing, he snapped his finger, casting a spell which could physically lower their temperature.“Is it okay now?” Zadicus asked nonchalantly as they continued their walk.“Thank you, My Liege.” They all said at the same time, sighing in relief that they could feel their body r
“LEONA!” Ruth screamed, falling on her knees, tears blurred her vision. She was already lost in her own rhythm, her reactions were slowed and unforeseen-ly that arrow targeted her perfectly.“Leona!” All of them called her worriedly, tensed whether she is alright or not and who dared to disturb their balance of peace by sneaking this ambush. “FUCK, MY EYE!” Screaming, Leona fell back with blood flowing out of her eye but not taking risk, she took out the arrow.Screaming in agony, her pain converted into rage, outraged at the person who dared to attack her. A fiery fire burning in her chest, fuming with rage. She doesn’t want to be seen as a weak person, gritting her teeth if it was a normal scenario. This wouldn’t even graze her skin.“Goddammit!” Cursing under breath, she summoned her laser gun and rested it on her shoulder. They all were taken aback, not believing with this bleeding eyes and numb body, she was going to take her revenge for this state. “Oh, you are so dead, as
Back to Felix who was displeased at the fact that they managed to go past his traps but then again, there were habitants of this place. They could tell the difference. With a frown that by his lack of slight attention and more focus on beasts, they got a friend injured. He did not like how the situation was placed- mostly disrespectful. “You truly thought if you could dodge the visible ones, you could get past all of them?” Felix asked coldly, a frown lingering on his face. "R-Run! These people are monsters!" One of them yelled, shivering in dread when they saw their deaths chasing them. "Yeah, run, I love chasing my prey anyways." He said, holding a glint of darkness in his tone. Stepping behind, he saw four of his targets running for their lives, screaming for help while he stared with deadpan expressions, wanting to rip them apart. None of them needed to go brutal but the fact they humiliated the name of Grey Demise was unacceptable. “That’s a mistake if you think you can
Zadicus sighed deeply, lowering his gaze slowly and affixing it on Leona who finally took his words and was no longer infuriated but a disappointment still lingered in her chest.Hugging her knees closer, she made a disquiet face, not looking up from the ground. “Do you need some rest?” Zadicus asked, breaking her from her thoughts so she won’t think about it and delaying her healing process too by needless worries.“I think so, I feel it burning,” She hummed, rubbing her forehead which was burning from fever at her attempt to use the laser and eradicating a fine portion of this forest. She overused her powers and condition and now it was taking control.“Okay then, we will rest here for an hour.” Zadicus ordered, moving back, sitting under the tree, not arguing or extending this conversation.“You guys don’t have to, I will catch up to you guys later.” Leona reasoned, not wanting them to stay for her sake but they cannot leave her in this condition either.“Hey, do you think we are
~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