Kriss was walking around the town, contemplating his surroundings to find what he yearned for and nothing pleased him more in a lonely night than to hook up with a lady at a bar.A sly smirk came to his lips, he was already in his casual clothing and ruffled his silky hairs, allowing them to kiss his forehead.“Now that’s my night.” Chuckling darkly to himself, he entered the bar with a superior aura accompanied with handsome features. Whenever he is alone, he feels he could be himself, he doesn’t have to uphold the expectations people hold.He loves not being a Prince, being an ordinary man, living an ordinary life.“Well, hello, Handsome.” The bartender smirked, leaning forward, checking him out.He smirked back and ordered his drink, taking a seat to observe the area to find himself a girl.“Here’s your drink. Is there anything else I could do for you?” A low temptation dripped from her words, touching his hand when she gave him the drink.“I will surely let you know.” He chuckle
Right at night, Randall and Zen were having dinner at the cheapest restaurant, ignoring how the place was testing their patience but since when they cared?They wanted to have a eating competition but the prices of the food here didn’t allow them.And after finding the place with the lowest price.They were only having dinner not so peacefully in an overcrowded place with noises spreading in the air.“I can’t believe how expensive this town is.” Zen muttered, taking a bite of his food.“Or maybe we are broke.” Randall added calmly, sighing deeply at their lack of wealth.“I would have brought money if I knew we’d be stuck in town.” Zen sighed, short on money.“There are some wanted criminals. Let’s hunt them after dinner and get the reward.” Randall said.Pointing at the picture of the wanted criminals list and their reward for it.“They must be drunk at a bar or something. Let’s pay a visit there, His Highness would be there too I bet, looking for random hookups.” Randall added.They
It was midnight, the night was on peak, Vera and her group had an amazing time at the spa.“It was fun, right, Tabit?” Cassandra asked with a grin.“Yeah. I feel relaxed.” She hummed, feeling her muscles loosening into relaxation.“I am so sleepy now. Let’s go back.” Vera yawned, barely able to open her eyes anymore and after a relaxing time, they went to sleep.After leaving Tristan, Jade had no idea what to do so she went to see Daphne who was on top of a building, eyes closed, loving the silence.Until Jade came to break the rhythm of it.“Daphne, Tristan. He.. he-” Jade was about to tell her in a panic but Daphne cut her off calmly.“He had tied Avin and probably hit him too?” Daphne had no interest in this topic anymore.“Yes! Why-” “Leave him be. Don’t bother.” Daphne didn’t bother to open her eyes to give the slightest of her attention to this matter.“But why is he doing this? What will My Liege say?” She asked, worried about the consequences of it.“Mark my words, you are te
The next day, respective groups left to continue their path. Most of them spent a peaceful night filled with their sorts of relaxations.They own serenity in their own way. One gained it by a forehead kiss, or by a one night stand leading to a gold chain or massage at a spa.“Ah, let’s go.” Vera yawned, stretching her arms out.“Wait, Let me go somewhere else first, I want to sell this gold pendant.” Zen smirked, showing it to Vera.Her eyes went wide, tilting her head in confusion, “Where did you get this? Did you steal it?” She asked.She tried to snatch it away from his hand but he pulled his hand back.“We won it. It shouldn’t concern you whatever we do with it.” Randall came in between, defending Zen.Randall knows if Zen opened his mouth he would drag him down as well so he must seal his mouth.“Do you know how dangerous this town is? There is no way you won it.” Vera frowned.Trying to reach out for it until Azen came furiously with Logan along with heavy eyes and frustration d
“Face our deepest terrors, hmm?” Daphne mused on their way, holding her chin, deep in thought. “Let’s see how bad it could be.” Ruth chuckled, shaking her head, knowing what she could possibly see- her sister’s death. The deepest fear they both hold, losing each other. “I am genuinely curious to know what my Liege would see.” Daphne mumbled, trying hard to ponder about it, but nothing came to her mind. The possible thought that he held a hint of fright in his heart was unfathomable. “Now you mentioned it, I am kinda curious too.” Leona hummed in agreement. Turning to Zadicus, who was listening to the conversation but pretended to ignore them. “My Liege, do you fear?” Daphne asked innocently, tiling her head to get a glimpse of his handsome face. “We all possess a dark corner in our hearts.” He replied coldly, maintaining his posture. But deep down he knows what he is terrified of and the thought of seeing it was breaking his tranquility. He couldn’t bear himself to witness
“KRISS!!”Extremely bewildered, he turned to the direction of the sound, it was opposite from the tree. If he followed it, he would lose his way back but-“Zadicus?” Pondering, he couldn’t understand why Zadicus was calling him.“Kriss!” Another sound came and curiosity got the best of him as he ran towards the source of voice, drawing his sword out finally.His title was named after his sword, White Death, the strongest, whitest and purest form of materialized sword to exist ever.He rarely uses it unless it’s serious, narrowing his eyes, his dominant posture came.Reaching but soon noticed a presence behind him.“Who is it?” Demanding assertively, he tried to attack it but Zadicus came out of nowhere, standing in the middle with Persephone, Kissing her passionately.They were drowned in each other, discarding the world which shattered Kriss.Kriss’ whole being stopped instantly when he saw them kissing, a fiery fire of envy burned in his eyes. Their proximity was his agony and imp
"Huh?" Blinking, Kriss tried to fathom his surroundings and comprehend whose voice was calling him.His heart skipped a beat along with tears glistening on his face, mouth gaped to sink into reality."Snap out of it. It's not real. Whatever you are seeing is your darkest terror!" She shouted, shaking him, breaking him out from his heartbreaking state.Gasping loudly, he looked down only to find nothing, he was in the middle of nowhere with the orange eyed girl who saved him from this nightmare."W-what?" Stuttering, he tried to contemplate the surroundings only to find whatever happened was only a deception of his eyes.He faded his deepest terror. Confronting the darkest side of his heart which shattered him.“Yes. It’s not real, only a fright.” She told him calmly, his back was facing her, she removed her hands and stood upforth.Hand resting upforth on her waist, arching a brow in perplexity to wonder what it could be."How.. what?" He trailed off, lips quivering, trying to wrap th
Earlier. When everyone was confronting their inner demons at their own pace, Zadicus inhaled deeply, mentally preparing himself for the unbearable sight. He knew it could either be the night that all started, when he lost his Father or this. Walking closer he saw Persephone who walked up to him. He stood unaffected, narrowing his eyes knowing it’s a deception of his eyes. “You are an infidel who can’t stay loyal neither to his country nor love, Zadicus.” She snarled, pointing her finger at him in contempt. Closing his eyes, he sighed audibly, walking forward and ignoring her. “I hate you, I regret falling for you. I should have held Kriss’ hand in the first place.” Persephone hissed. It throbbed his chest. He knew it was an illusion but hitting his sensitive nerve induced pain certainly. “Is that so?” He asked, stopping in his tracks before glancing at her. “Yes.” She scoffed, folding her arm. “Then go. If you love him then I won’t stop you. Go, Persephone.” He whispered, sta
~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