~THEO'S POV~I stood before the Black healers and my heart pounded with anticipation. I had known them to be the keepers of ancient knowledge and mystical powers. I had also known them to be the people who saved my life, revealed my destiny to me and now were about to reveal to me the whereabouts of the ring of Lythian - this, they told me was, what the chosen one needed to bring peace into the realm. I couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and trepidation.One of the healers, a tall figure with a hooded cloak, (forgive me, I do forget their names from time to time) stepped forward and spoke with a daunting voice. "Theo, you have been chosen as the message bearer. It is your duty to deliver this crucial information to the chosen one."I nodded as my eyes locked with the healer's. "I understand. Please, tell me where I can find the ring of Lythian."The healer raised a hand, and suddenly, a holographic projection of a map materialized in the air before us. It displayed tortuous sy
~ADRIAN'S POV~My eyes fluttered open. The memories of the past flooded my mind. I found myself lying in a dark room, and as my gaze focused, I saw Lily's father, but a much younger version, standing before him. The air was thick with tension as we locked eyes. Our past and conflicting desires hanged between us.Henry's grip tightened around the journal in his hands. He sounded so bitter as he spoke, "You thought you could betray us and get away with it, Adrian? You were a brother to me, and yet you sided with our enemies."I looked down shamefully then back at him, "Henry, you must understand. It wasn't betrayal; it was a choice born out of love. I couldn't sit by and watch as the violence escalated. I had to find a different way."His eyes narrowed, "Different way? You turned your back on your own kind, on your own family. And now you expect forgiveness?"My gaze softened as my voice filled with sincerity. "Henry, I never wanted to cause harm to anyone. I stood by your side because
Lily's mother was feeling sad and worried one afternoon, thinking about her daughter who had been missing for over a month.She had heard some noises coming from Don's room and because everyone else wasn't around, she decided to go check what was happening herself. She found Don looking distraught and thinking about doing something very drastic. Don's eyes were filled with pain, and his face flushed with sadness as he brought a small knife to his neck. He was kneeling, facing the mirror, and his cheeks were soaked with tears.Rebekah gasped and rushed in.."Don, no!" Rebekah shouted. "What do you think you're doing?""Let me do this! There's nothing worth living for again. Let me." He said and pressed the knife to his diaphragm but Rebekah held her hands out."This won't solve anything, Don. This isn't the way. Please, don't do this.""It's worse…. it's worse here… maybe it will be better there…" Don's eyes let more tears down his cheeks as his hands shook with fear."I understand th
The dry leaves of the oak trees blew by the empty canals. The atmosphere was chiller than usual. All the members of the grove and pack gathered together to say their final goodbyes to Rex, their respected and beloved Alpha. As everyone in the main pack commuted in sadness, the air felt heavy with grief, and the only sounds were the soft movement of leaves and occasional sniffling from people crying.Tyler was there too, but he looked very resolute and calm, which was unusual for him in that situation. He lost his mom 3 years prior, and he was unable to stop crying when her burial rights were being performed.Why didn't he cry now? Is it because he just realized he lost two parents in the span of 4 years?He couldn't cry; it was as if he couldn't believe what had happened, what he had done and couldn't permit his feelings from being shown to the pack members.Henry and Rebekah stood next to each other, their faces filled with sadness, as they watched what was happening. They held hand
Audrey, heartbroken and perplexed about being finally rejected by the love of her life, turned to her friend Tiana for comfort. They found a quiet spot in the grove to talk about Audrey's daring plan to run away.Tiana greeted Audrey with a friendly smile, not knowing that Audrey was about to leave and that she was going through a difficult time.Audrey glanced around, ensuring that no prying eyes or listening ears were nearby. Taking a deep breath, she began, "Tiana, we need to talk. It's about the plan."Tiana's smile faded slightly, replaced with a curious expression. "What's going on, Audrey? Is something wrong?"Audrey hesitated for a moment, "I... I've made a decision. I can't stay here any longer. I have to leave, Tiana."Tiana's eyes widened in surprise and her voice was laced with concern. "Leave? But Audrey, what about the pack? What about our plan? What about Tyler?"On the mention of Tyler, her face squeezed. Her gaze dropped, "He's the main reason I want to leave. Don't y
The moonlight made the quiet grove look magical. Tiana, who was hidden in the dark, moved quietly and confidently through the shadows. She felt both excited and scared as her heart raced in her chest. She was going towards Lily's father's study room.Tiana recollected everything Audrey told her. Collect the journal, bring it to her and everything will be fine. She knew she did trust Audrey blindly but she did so because Audrey was the only person she felt close to in the entire pack. After her best friend died in an home accident they were both involved in 5 years ago, Audrey was the one who got closer to her and made her feel human again despite the huge scars she retained on her leg and arms.She was close to Lily before but felt the latter got too full of herself because Tyler, who was also her first crush fell for Lily, and even Jax, her second crush and "love of her life", couldn't leave Lily's side. Lily got everything she wanted and slowly, her disinterest in Lily turned to pur
~LILY'S POV~I felt the cold, hard chains that held me start to loosen a little as a vampire unchained me. One also did the same for Adrian who was a feet away from me. He told us we were being given a short break. It was then I realised we were back in the vampire cave or coven, I didn't even know. My body was weak but I managed to crawl to Adrian's side.My hands were shaking as I reached out to touch Adrian's tired and bruised body. It made me so sad to see him look so exhausted and lifeless. He was breathing shallowly, and his once lively eyes looked really tired.I pulled him close and hugged him tightly, relishing the comfort in our embrace. Everything else around us disappeared, and for a brief moment, it was just the two of us, holding onto each other desperately. I rested my cheek against his chest and felt his weak heartbeat, a fragile reminder of the strong spirit he had inside. Tears streamed down my cheeks as I kept on silently apologising to him for what he had to go t
Sarah and Aunt Belinda, after days of trekking, finally arrived at the grove. Absolutely tired, they went towards the area where Lily's parents and the elders had gathered. The atmosphere was tense, and people present were already talking. As they got closer to the high table, people couldn't help but look at them intently, hoping for any news.Rebekah stood up and couldn't believe her eyes when she saw Sarah and Aunt Belinda coming. "Is it true?" she asked, her voice shaking with both hope and fear. "Is Lily really alive?"Sarah nodded. "Yes, she's alive," she confirmed. "We found proof that she's out there and met someone who saw her."Aunt Belinda, with tears welling up in her eyes, said, "We followed the path and found evidence of a fight, footprints, and other clues that suggest she was taken by the vampires. But we have reasons to believe she's still alive."Henry stood up, with hope and worry on his face, and stepped closer, "Please tell us everything." His voice was steady but