“Come on, let’s take a peak from afar. Nobody is gonna know.” Zadicus giggled, gesturing to them to go inside as they walked. They all stopped at the edge, on a fair distance there was a silver rock lying over an obsidian.“That’s Fiend Forgery.” Zadicus told them, pointing at the silver rock.“The silver one?” Persephone asked.“Yeah.” He nodded.“It looks pretty ordinary.” Kriss frowned, displeased at the sight.“Did we come all the way here to look at a plain rock?” Vera asked, tilting her head in confusion.“Yeah, there is nothing great about it.” Avin nodded, putting his hand on his waist.“Is it a prank?” Kriss asked, turning to Zadicus.“Nope. It is what it is. This is the strongest rock, it shines golden when it finds its host willingly.” Zadicus shrugged, gesturing to them to turn and leave.“Host?” Persephon asked.“Yeah, you know, to connect it, embed it into the body to free the seal on the rock.” He shrugged nonchalantly.“What a waste.” Randall muttered, turning to lea
Earlier.Sir Zuka was giving Tristan a long scolding for using foul language unaware he uses it on a daily basis."Tristan, Your tongue is your beauty." Sir Zuka said, walking around the study room with his hand on his back as Tristan held a grimace on his face, sighing deeply."This appearance will falter but your words will remain forever. Human fades but words remain." His father said to which he mimicked him under his breath.His frown remained longer, rubbing his temples, tired with the constant reprimanding going on for hours but he couldn’t react to it anymore."I know, Father. I agree with you. Consider it a mistake." He nodded, twirling his pen around his fingers.Prideful of his mind, he knew which word to use when to turn things in his favor and he implied with the path his mind guides."Hmm. Good. You are a good boy. Always understands." Sir Zuka smiled, turning to him.He sat up straight when he turned, grinned beautifully at his father with a nod.“Because I know. So res
"His Highness is the perfect candidate for Fiend Forgery!" He shouted, which left Tristan horrified about how he could allow this to happen. It’s not that he didn’t know what harm one look could cause, he wasn’t supposed to react. “If he gets any nearer to it, it will attach itself to him instantly!" He whisper-yelled, running his hand in his hair out of strain. “And if it was successful, everyone would die! Aziel will be destroyed!” He shouted, losing his mind before the anguish went out of the blue. Pacing around, his mind lost its ability to react with immense worry for the wellbeing of the kids. "What?!" He yelled, not believing what he was hearing, holding himself culpable for what was happening. “H-How? But… Just.. one look… it..” He couldn’t form a sentence at this point with grief attacking his mind. "Did you forget?! You know everything, Tristan!" He shouted, unintentionally taking his fury on him. He was startled for a second, taking a step back, shaking his head
A broad light came, subduing the one from the relic, clearing the path and their vision. They opened their eyes and saw Sir Zuka there with Tristan. “Fath-” Zadicus tried to called but he only moved forward. “All of you leave. Zadicus, Tristan. I need you two to seal it back.” He ordered, putting his hand on Kriss’ heart. “Heaven’s Touch.” With this spell, he purified his body, releasing it from his grasp and ended up coughing badly with a constrict in his heart. His health was not allowing him to use strong spells or else he was a Master of protection. “Father!” Tristan called him worriedly. “I am fine!” He shouted, moving his hand in the air to dismiss him. Kriss gasped loudly, finally regaining his senses, coughing up blood, clearing his vision, finally freed from it. “Kriss!” Persephone and Avin rushed to his side, helping him to run away but the moment they did everything stopped, their way back closed up entirely. All of them were caged inside this cave thirsting for
“What have you done!?” Zadicus screamed, holding his chest, sobbing badly to the point his voice began to suffocate him. Tears blurring his vision, unable to handle this amount of grief. “STOP! STOP! PLEASE!” He cried from his deep anguish, punching the surface beneath him continuously but it left no effect. “What have you done!? How could you, Zadicus!?” Persephone screamed, traumatized by the sight where he killed his Father. The sight was unbearable for everyone present, terrified to think what he would do if he could kill Sir Zuka smoothly. “I thought I told you to shut your damn mouth.” His low growl came, shifting his gaze to her. He turned, taking a step and in a blink was present before her, Her breathed hitched, taking a step back in appall, holding her dress, shaking with terror, utterly defeat by his presence. “Zadicus…” She called him breathlessly, trembling violently when his menacing eyes hovering over hers. Smirking at her horrified reaction, he brought his hand
“STOP!!” Zadicus yelled furiously, punching the ground before getting up, wiping the anguished tears.His heart cannot take the pain anymore, it took a prolonged period for him to grasp what he was lacking but he did it.“Oh… so you figured it out?” He smirked, stopping instantly by his order, letting Tristan go who passed out by the lack of oxygen.Zadicus took deep breaths, trying to regain his cognition, his mind was in a state of blur but he cannot lose anyone anymore. He knows he had to subdue his pain and despair if he wanted to take his control back and fight his monster. “I said. Stop.” Zadicus said sternly, tears of ravage glistening in his eyes.Indicating the damage cannot be undone but he must halt this monstrosity before it increases and ruin further lives.“Aw, I was having no much fun.” he sighed, putting his hand on his waist, displeased.“I am ordering you to return my body to me.” Zadicus commanded in a strict tone, curling his hands in a fist, cursing himself.“S
“No!!” A scream of anguish echoed in the cave where blood tainted the walls, dispersing an atmosphere of appall everywhere. “Please.. Anyone… Help me.” Tears streamed down Zadicus’ face due to powerlessness but nothing could tame his heart anymore. He had consumed darkness. “What have I done?” He sobbed, lowering his head, losing his mind in anguish. “I am sorry… I am so sorry..” He sniffed but they were meaningless. “Father, please, Wake up. Please.” He cried, shaking the lifeless body before him. Blood stealing his innocence but all his fragile heart was capable of doing was to beg, “I am sorry, I am so sorry.” “Please anyone…” Whispering, his hand clutched his robe, shedding destructive tears until a voice called him from behind hesitantly. “Z-Zadicus?” His breathing hitched upon hearing the voice of his beloved, the fear was undesirable but unavoidable. “P-Persephone?” Swallowing his lump, he turned to her hesitantly. She was the only person who woke up, “What ha
After Zadicus was taken away, all of them began to resent him but deep down they held a guilt for going there in the first place. Persephone shattered beyond repair and locked herself, her heart sank into darkness to never see the world again, losing her friend and lover. “Please tell me it’s my deception.” Persephone begged, all alone in her opulent mansion, silent tears rolling down her cheeks, staring at her hands. “Please…” She sniffed, sitting on the ground, losing her posture. She was caged in darkness filled with apparitions, frightening her but there was no one to support her anymore. Everything began to fall apart. “Randall, Open the door.” Randall’s mother called, knocking at his door. These two only have each other and her heart crushed to see her son in this state but Randall had shut himself out. “Please, don’t do this to me. Come out.” He was wailing alone in his room, her voice was not reaching him. “NO!!” Zen screamed, the memory engraved as an eternal nig
~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