โWhat have you done!?โ 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. โSTOP! STOP! PLEASE!โ He cried from his deep anguish, punching the surface beneath him continuously but it left no effect. โWhat have you done!? How could you, Zadicus!?โ 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. โI thought I told you to shut your damn mouth.โ 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. โZadicusโฆโ She called him breathlessly, trembling violently when his menacing eyes hovering over hers. Smirking at her horrified reaction, he brought his hand
โSTOP!!โ 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.โOhโฆ so you figured it out?โ 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. โI said. Stop.โ 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.โAw, I was having no much fun.โ he sighed, putting his hand on his waist, displeased.โI am ordering you to return my body to me.โ Zadicus commanded in a strict tone, curling his hands in a fist, cursing himself.โS
โNo!!โ A scream of anguish echoed in the cave where blood tainted the walls, dispersing an atmosphere of appall everywhere. โPlease.. Anyoneโฆ Help me.โ Tears streamed down Zadicusโ face due to powerlessness but nothing could tame his heart anymore. He had consumed darkness. โWhat have I done?โ He sobbed, lowering his head, losing his mind in anguish. โI am sorryโฆ I am so sorry..โ He sniffed but they were meaningless. โFather, please, Wake up. Please.โ He cried, shaking the lifeless body before him. Blood stealing his innocence but all his fragile heart was capable of doing was to beg, โI am sorry, I am so sorry.โ โPlease anyoneโฆโ Whispering, his hand clutched his robe, shedding destructive tears until a voice called him from behind hesitantly. โZ-Zadicus?โ His breathing hitched upon hearing the voice of his beloved, the fear was undesirable but unavoidable. โP-Persephone?โ Swallowing his lump, he turned to her hesitantly. She was the only person who woke up, โWhat 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. โPlease tell me itโs my deception.โ Persephone begged, all alone in her opulent mansion, silent tears rolling down her cheeks, staring at her hands. โPleaseโฆโ 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. โRandall, Open the door.โ Randallโs 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. โPlease, donโt do this to me. Come out.โ He was wailing alone in his room, her voice was not reaching him. โNO!!โ Zen screamed, the memory engraved as an eternal nig
Kriss returned and delivered Zadicus message to him. It was night, His Majesty was about to go to sleep and gain some lull but Kriss came to see him in his room. โWhat is it, Kriss?โ He asked, looking up from the book he was reading. โFather, Zadicus said to deliver his message.โ He breathed out. โKriss, you know, I forbid you to see-โ His Majesty frowned and was about to scold him but he shut his eyes, speaking hurriedly. โI have connected my life source with him. If I die, he will awaken and raze his consecrated land.โ He opened his eyes slowly to study his reaction, the book fell from his hand with utter dismay, standing up. โWhat?!โ He almost yelled, running his hand in his hair out of distress, moving back in disbelief. โWhat was he talking about?โ Kriss asked hesitantly as he had no idea โThis has to be a sickening jocose. I have to halt his execution right now.โ He ordered, panicking by thinking of the consequences if he died. โBut, what is it?โ Kriss asked again, co
Present โWhy did you tell me before? Why did you just leave without any explanation?โ Persephone asked, her voice was weak. Mind intoxicated with inexplicable agony to fathom all this happened and she was unaware of it all along, she cannot grasp what was happening. Her mind was blank, overflowing with immense dejection and tears glistening in her eyes. โWhy did you just leave? Why didnโt you come back to tell me at least once?โ She sobbed holding his robe, pulling him as close as possible. โWhat could it change? Whatโs the difference could it make?โ He asked coldly. Eyes staring at her powerless and heartbroken form.
A gasp of dread escaped her lips, not accepting the man before her as her Zadicus, his heart was consumed by malice. โW-What?โ She stuttered, eyes widened, shaking badly in dismal. โYes.โ His smirk grew intense, pressing his lower body over hers, trapping her against the wall. โNothing in this world you stop from upbringing terror, this world perish into darkness with me.โ He whispered, letting out a low husky laugh. The menace in his voice shattered her heart, her ability to think lost the composure. โZadicus, please, no-โ She tried to plead with him but his grip tightened, amusement converting into sheer dominance.
The very night when Zadicus and Persephoneโs bond was gravely injured more than it already was. Tristan was indulging in the most pleasurable moments of his life. โOh Lordโฆโ Jade chuckled after they took a bath together and she wore his shirt, sitting on his bed. โWhat?โ He arched a brow, lying on his side, glancing at her. โI never thoughtโฆ that we.. could be a thing.โ She giggled, her hands on her chest, trying to control her racing heartbeats. โNow we are, so come here.โ He smirked, grabbing her wrist as she fell on his bare chest. She gasped but he pulled her close, wrapping his hand around her shoulder to have her in his arms. โI should go backโฆโ She said shyly, lowering her gaze. Their heart skipped a beat when she rested her hands on his chest, scanning his handsome features and ripped muscles. โGo where? You are not going anywhere.โ He frowned, rubbing circles on her shoulder. โBut-โ She opened her mouth to oppose but he sighed. โYou worry too much, Love. Fuck them
~Leaving this corrupted tale behind like a chapter in the pastโฆ~ 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. โPersephone.โ 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, โKriss?โ 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. โYou look angelic.โ Kriss whispered sincerely, stopping at her eyes, felicitous for both Persephone and Zadicus. โThank you.โ 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. โZadicus 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. โHey. Howโs Ava doing?โ 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. โGood.โ Vera smiled, patting her daughterโs head, considering her new meaning of life, offering her everything to this kid now. โAva, Say hi.โ Vera whispered, โHello.โ She greeted sweetly, bowing out of respect. โHey, sweetie.โ Tabit greeted, patting her head and noticing her happiness, Vera asked about her wellbeing, โWhat about you, Tabit?โ โI am doing great. Actually better than I could ever be.โ Tabit grinned, straightening her back to turn to Vera and talk to her. โGlad 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. โFinally, this day has come, Father.โ Zadicus breathed out, looking out from the window of the grand house he once called his home, smiling beautifully. Following his Fatherโs 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. โTristan left too now. First Juniper and Ahlum and now him.โ Vera whispered, not liking there were reducing in numbers but at least no one was dead.โI am going home.โ Kriss said sadly, not wanting to talk about it anymore, ever since Juniper left, Kriss was totally depressed, he didnโt want to talk with her anymore.โI will check-โ Persephone was about to speak but Zadicus stopped her.โDonโt check up on him. He needed to be alone. You guys go. I need to take Persephone somewhere too.โ Zadicus said, taking Persephoneโs hand.โWhere?โ 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 didnโt know about.โJust come. We are already late.โ Zadicus said, panting heavily while they were running down the forest, hands tightly locked together so no power of this world could part it. โZadicus?โ 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 couldnโt 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 familyโs 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 countryโs security. Of course they would have to work hard to gain acceptance but they did.โI 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.โ His Majesty sighed but he truly had no choice but to have their help due to the crisis.โRest 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 Krissโ talented lips gave her a whole new sensation of euphoria. Chuckling huskily, Kriss pulled away, holding Juniper possessively, โBe mine.โ 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. โI canโt.โ She whispered, horrified, realizing she ended up being manipulated by feelings.โWhy not? You love me, I love you, I am willing to do everything.โ 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.โHow are you, Juniper?โ Deloraโs seductive tone came, caressing her sister slowly. โFine.โ She gulped, alarmed in her presence but her body was not ready to move and judging Ahlumโs disappearance, Delora must have taken her back to Yizar.โYou guys did great. I knew he could do this. Zadicus had this potential in him.โ Delora whispered sincerely, pulling her hand away, tracing her finger down to Juniperโs scar on her back, ruining her beautiful sisterโs skin- according to her.โAre you hereโฆ to kill me?โ Juniper asked hesitantly, swallowing hard in dread to wonder what she wanted from her.โYou had enough adventure. I cannot risk your
โFinally the old man is retiring.โ Vera chuckled, shaking her head to see Azen finally giving up on his position as the leader of Red Rain.โYeahโฆโ 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 Azenโs lifeline. โBoss, we found someone from the assassinโs camp.โ 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 wonโt ruin another life. I wonโt 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.โHey, I am Tabit. Nice to meet you.โ 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, โHeyโฆโ Blinking, he regained his senses, clearing his vision from the light and noticing his beloved sitting next to him on the bed.โPersephone?โ He called, blinking a few times before gaining his ability to see properly.โHow are you feeling, Zadicus?โ Humming, Persephone ran her fingers down his soft raven locks while holding his hand with her other hand, caressing him like a cherished possession.โIsnโt it... Your room?โ 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