At Zadicus’s castle, Pure Menace.Everyone was busy in their own worlds, they had nothing to do. The war was Tristan and Chester’s concern so they were relaxing.Talking and passing time, Tristan came, looking for Zadicus to discuss when they were going to launch their attack and initiate the war.“Hey, Have you seen My Liege?" He asked, looking around only to find Leona laying on the couch.“He is not in the castle.”Her face was covered with her hand, about to sleep but frowned deeply at the handsome man before her for ruining her lull."My Liege? Why? Is the baby boy missing his brother?" She mocked, sitting up."You know what? It was my fault that I asked you." He scoffed, folding his arms at his chest."Your fault. You soiled my peace by your damned presence." She scoffed back, leaning back on the seat.“I don’t understand how My Liege bears a headache like you.” Tristan hissed. She gasped, pissed at his comment, getting up as they began to argue as if it was an everyday routine
Avin sighed, he didn’t know how to react because he was right after all. “Leave this. His mouth is unfiltered.” Ruth chuckled nervously as everyone left, leaving them alone. “So, who is My Liege going to hunt this time?” She asked, turning her head to him, smiling softly. “Jade Walters.” He replied coldly. “Isn’t she the rat running around here?” She asked, arching her brow in confusion but he nodded. “Yeah. She will be number seven.” To say she was shocked to know would be an understatement. “Why her? She doesn’t even deserve this position.” She argued, displeased to know they will give an unworthy person a high position. “We need to beckon her if we want her to join us.” He replied with a feeble smirk. “Why do we need her in the first place?” Ruth asked, not apprehending the reasoning for this effort. “She knows the way to Ash Zay.” He replied. “Ash Zay? The forest which makes you see illusions of what you fear the most?” She asked in astonishment, not expecting her to know
“Come with me.” He said, closing his book, heaving a sigh.“What?” She blinked, not expecting such a generous offer.“Come with me.” He repeated, motioning her to get up and come after him.This sounded better than dying so she complied without arguing. “Y-Yes.” Forcing herself to stand in his heavy aura.So she could stand. Good. He thought, at least she can bear the intensity of his presence.She is not that weak after all.“No matter how fast or powerful you are, you cannot fight the Obsidian Beast, you know it, don’t you?” He asked calmly as they walked down the forest. He was utterly unaffected. One hand holding a book, the other in his pocket, not caring if a monster might attack him or not.“I won’t know until I try.” She mumbled, holding her arm, regretting saying it.“Nice delusion.” He chuckled huskily, hitching her breath. She took a step back and a monster came out of nowhere.Triple in size than an average wolf and with two heads, saliva dripping down his mouth.Dying
Aziel Persephone and Kriss were walking down the unpaved path towards the headquarters of the Special squad. Thank God, it was nothing. She sighed mentally. Keeping the images from last night with her in mind, he thought everything was cleared between them and walked calmly. They had to hide from people so they were wearing a black cloak to hide their faces but the glare Persephone sent in his direction was clear. At first, Kriss ignored it but eventually grew weary of the looks she was giving him and asked. "What?" He asked with a long sigh, stopping in his tracks and turning to her. "I will never forgive you for humiliating me for everyone." She snarled, the rage for doing this was clear in her eyes. She couldn’t erase this image from her mind and it was infuriating her. "I had to." He breathed out, knowing he had to explain it to her again. "Why?!" She snarled, raising her voice. "They were suspecting you, I had to show them you are willing to do anything." He told her s
Back at Pure Menace. After talking with Avin, Tristan went after Leona, who ran away after pissing him off. “That stupid dog.” He muttered furiously under his breath. Leona was laughing at the end of the corridor but noticed his expression and it was entirely different from their usual ones. “Tristan? What happened?” She asked, dying her laugh down and expressing bewilderment at his serious rage. “What’s with that face?” She asked. “That damn Avin, trying to mix with us. What does he think of himself?” He hissed, hating the idea of him being considered among them. “What can we do? He is our supervisor, he did his duty.” She shrugged, leaning on the wall. “But, he doesn’t have to involve my business. Seeing him infuriates me.” He growled, complaining about him with her. “He is not our Avin, he is an imposter.” He hissed, pressing his teeth together, barely able to hold his fury. “Okay, okay, calm down. It’s been six years since he has been here, can’t you settle it down?” She
AzielEveryone was bidding goodbye to their loved ones, blessing them for leaving for such an important mission. The fact, their beloved are going on a war brimmed their hearts in honor.But scared too, knowing if they won’t come back, it would devastate them but they have to let them go and accept the fact that they might not make it.“I am so proud of you, Son. May success follow you wherever you go.” His Majesty whispered, unable to hold his emotions.Hugging Kriss, not wanting to let him go in fear when he will feel his warmth never again.“Thank you so much, Father.” He hugged him back tightly, pulling away with a heartwarming smile. “I am impontent express my worry, Kriss.” He breathed out, resting his hand on his shoulder.He didn’t want to but he had no choice, his heart was breaking to let him leave even if he had faith in his son but worry is constant for a Father.“Don’t worry, Have faith in me.” He said, trying to reassure him. “If your Mother was still alive, she would
A certain old man, Sir Laire Tademono, The eldest scholar and the education minister, espied at the preparation being done. “How petrification controls one’s heart.” Noticing how every soldier is ready to offer his life for its country, getting ready to leave for the war. “Or perhaps an intimate devotion?” He was on top of the highest building, hands closed at his back, contemplating the situation with stoic features. Glancing at the man in a black cloak, face hidden, hiding his presence, standing behind him.“So, what do you anticipate from this situation?” He asked calmly with a long sigh, not parting his eyes from the soldiers.“They are composing for the war.” He informed him, knowing he is the eldest and most trusted man.Taking advantage of his position, inviting an enemy.“I am not here to discuss their meaningless effort.” He replied in a deep raspy voice, the sound of footsteps coming closer but stopped.“Then?” He asked, turning to her man. “For what reason have you co
“Your woman in someone else’s arms.” He whispered, blazing his envy with this sentence.The thought alone blinded him. “This can’t be.” He scowled, breaking the railing, smearing it badly, slapping his hand away. “I refused to believe it.” He muttered under his breath.“What a lovely embrace, don’t you think?” He laughed, loving his reaction of fury, running his hand in his hair out of stress.“Did it pinch your heart? Perhaps, burned it in envy?” He asked, taking a step toward him.But, curling his hands in a tight fist, he glared at the couple down, declaring, “Don’t vex, this won’t last long.” “Really?” Breathing out, he tried to provide himself with equanimity but failed, his mind cannot eradicate this image. “She is retained to be mine.” He growled.Moving back, steps retreating and left with a swear he gave to himself.“I will ensure it.” Back before Laire and Zadicus were talking.Persephone and Kriss were walking silently, taking a survey of the preparations being done f
~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