PREFACESince our reign on Kaihu, it has taken a little over a year for the people to adjust from the dark spell over them. Just when we believed all was finally at peace and beauty restored, a new threat arose to threaten our royal family from another world.As we are talking about Peace with the Queen from the world Amadoria, others who are against the peace talks began a group so large; they were setting off bombs around all our worlds and killing innocent people. The first one happened at my nineteenth birthday celebration, seriously injuring my mother. We have got to join forces and stop this new threat before it destroys us all.~Rayana Karver Rowen, Queen of Kaihu1 THE QUEEN“Race you!” I said to my mother as we went flying on our tayrens. My mother has a beautiful gold tayren with a silver mane and tail called Mystique, and we have spent time flying as often as we can. I never knew my mother was an advent flyer until the first time she and I went flying together.It is so goo
Back on Kaihu, I was sitting in my favorite chair reading a book as Galen was off in his study on a conference call. Since the time we took over the palace and with the help of my mother, I had it redecorated to get any signs of Lucas out. It feels more bright and cheerful. I love our home now. My chair sits next to the fireplace only it was too warm to light a fire.Tomorrow will be busy for me as I need to make rounds to different villages and do my Queenly duties. It is nearing night time, and in a little while, I love going out to the balcony and admire the site. Only in spring and summer the night sky and the land glows.It is a fantastic sight to behold. The glow of different colors reminds of a movie I once saw on Earth. It also reminds me of that special field of Galen and me back on Earth. Wow, all that seems so long ago. We did find out that unique field was planted by Luziann, as that was where she picked her herbs for her healing drinks. That was why that field glowed, as
My mother led me to a room with a big screen on a wall. “Sit here,” she said as she indicated a seat facing the screen. I watched my mother walk to the back of the room and pick something up from a table then walked back and sat next to me. She clicked a button on the device that looked like a remote, and the lights dimmed.“I feel like at a movie theater,” I said smiling. “Where’s the popcorn?” I laughed as I sat anxiously.My mother smiled back and did something on the device when on the screen, I saw a man all smiles and holding a toddler.I stood up and walked closer, then turned facing my mom. “Daddy?” I asked her and saw her nod. I turned back to the screen and stood there watching my dad as he played with me on his knee.“One day my sweet girl, you will rule your own kingdom.” He was saying then he hugged me, “Just not too soon.” Tears began to roll down my cheek slowly. “I love you my little Rayana.” A young woman walked into frame, my mother. Then my father stood and placed h
The next morning, I was dressed and teleported straight to my mother’s study. I knew I was safe to teleport there instead of in front of many people. I then walked out, and to the room, my mother used for her broadcasts and walked in. My mother was there giving instructions to a few people.My mother looked up and saw me and smiled waving me on over. I walked over to her and sat where she indicated on a stool. She then sat on the other seat and signaled ready.“Queen Shannon of Valaisha and Queen Rayana of Kaihu here to make a special announcement to all three worlds. Since peace has been restored, we the Royals of Valaisha, Kaihu, and Cainya, decided to revive for anyone to participate in the Tayren races. The first of many will be set and ready to go for Queen Rayana’s birthday as the start of her celebration. So, anyone who wants to participate, on the screen will be the site where you can go to fill out the entry form. With that said we will be seeing you at the races.” My mother
Derrik and Kristana finally came in, and Derrik asked, “How is Shannon?”Kristana looked over at me and came over placed her arm around me and sat me down with her and held me.Bryden answered, “The doctor is operating on her to stop the bleeding. She is pretty bad.” Now he got up and began to pace restlessly.“Oh, you poor sweet girl. No wonder you are so distraught.” Kristana said holding me to comfort me. She is a beautiful woman, and I am so glad to have her as my mother-in-law.Derrik sat down in a chair not far from where Kristana and I sat on a sofa. “How many people were killed and injured?” Galen asked, sitting on the chair next to the fireplace.Bryden stopped pacing and turned to look at Derrik. “There were fifteen deaths some were from the orchestra others on the dance floor. And as for the injured, the toll is still climbing.”“What happened?” Bryden asked.“The military has been doing some investigating right now. All they know is the blast came from the area where the g
I decided to stand in front of a podium for this announcement. Mydrid arrived on schedule and got set up. I got the palace herald to announce this special broadcast. I had not told any of the other Royals that I was doing this, but I felt in my heart this is the right thing to do.“We now bring you a special announcement from Her Majesty Rayana Lynnae Karver Rowen of Kaihu.” He turned and looked towards me. “Your Majesty.”Then he backed away as I walked up to the podium. “I have called for this special announcement to reach out to the people of Kaihu, Valaisha, and Cainya for some much-needed prayers. As I am sure many of you have heard of the tragedy that took place last night at my birthday celebration. I first want to say my prayers and thoughts are with those who perished and to the families who are mourning them.I am also praying for those who are seriously injured and pray for their speedy recovery. In spite of the tragedy let us not forget who we are, as we need to unite as o
A week later Bryden and I were inseparable. He helped me walk until I could walk with less pain. He stayed and even slept on my bed letting me cuddle as I slept. The doctor has said I was doing good and healing fast for as severe as my injuries were.Today I am finally up and dressed and sitting at my table in my room with Bryden. We were discussing wedding plans. We feel it should be small sweet and intimate. And of course, Bryden will be crowned the new king of Valaisha.“Are you okay taking on all the responsibilities of King?” I asked sipping my drink.“When I asked you to be my wife, I knew the responsibilities that come with it. I am ready as long as we rule together.”“I love you.” I smiled, “I love saying that.”“I love hearing it.” He leaned over and kissed me. “I love you too.”“The doctor says I should be well enough next week. I have been thinking why wait? Look how long it took us to be together finally.”“You don’t have to convince me. I completely agree with you. Let’s
A few days later we decided to get an announcement out to the people. They deserve to know they have a new King to rule by my side. We got the palace representative to make the announcement after which Bryden and I will take to the podium with a speech about our marriage and my well-being.He now stood at the podium with his speech announcement in hand. “To the people of Valaisha, Kaihu, and Cainya. Today I am pleased to announce Her Majesty Queen Shannon Marrie, is doing very well and have been released to go back to her royal duties. As of a week, ago Her Royal Majesty wed her longtime friend and confidant. Now Valaisha has a new King, His Royal Majesty Bryden Viktor Weston. The King and Queen are now working together with the investigators to uncover details as to what caused the explosion that injured twenty-two guests and killed seventeen.”As he was speaking, I looked at Bryden and whispered, “The death toll climbed?”“A couple of the more seriously injured. It was while you wer
Nerin and I looked at each other and we both shared the same expression. “We need to get to the men. But to our bodies first.”I nodded and teleported us back to our bodies. We both opened our eyes and looked at each other. “I don’t feel weak like the last time,” I spoke as we both stood up.“That is because you were drawing power over and beyond your own. You tapped into mine. Alone you were so strong your body couldn’t take it now that it is your power alone without mine, you were able to handle it now. That is why I had to be resurrected so we could each combine our power to win this. All this was our destiny. Prophesy fulfilled. Now let’s get to our men.”I smiled and nodded and took her hands. We got to the medic outpost set up for the injured and found Galen and Xipher on cots next to each other. Bryden was there with his arm in a sling and a few bruises on his face including one black eye. He stood up from the chair he was sitting on when we entered.He looked at Nerin, “Nerin?
Another loud explosion sounded further down from me and I watched as this strong laser-type cannon take out a side of a mountain. My jaw dropped at seeing the power of this cannon. It was now or never because our own people and friends are no match for the laser cannons. I closed my eyes and summoned Rayna.After Nerin explained to me what danger is now about to happen. I open my eyes and looked around and gasped. Tears began to form in my eyes. My beautiful home. It was then several loud explosions sounded around me. These must be the laser cannons. One by one severe damage was being caused by them along with many lives being taken. My heart began to break and the thought.Just then another explosion went off and I noticed Galen fighting near Xipher on his tayren and the laser from the cannon came so close to Galen he fell off his tayren and I screamed his name.Now I was beginning to feel angry. I was about to go further in my light form when the prophet appeared in front of me.“Li
The plan is for our forces from Cainya and Kaihu, to try and drive the enemy to Valaisha where the big battle will take place. We are hoping that we could drive them even further on Valaisha towards the portal to Amadoria in hopes to get my aunt Joanita to join. After all, she has no idea that we are still onto her and she continues to offer her assistance. At least that is the only plan we came up with that possibly could work.Xipher and I and my mom will stay and command the warriors here on Valaisha. Bryden will head to Kaihu and command those warriors with Galen. Galen’s parents will command the warriors on Cainya. I will give Rayna control long enough to teleport to each world with the signal that we will be all in place to execute the plan.So far Staxon seems to be clear of any enemy forces, but that doesn’t mean it would stay that way. So Xipher made sure the warriors there stay and patrol the portal to Amadoria there in case. If they did get through the warriors are to do th
Rayana allowed me back in control and Xipher and my mom planned to meet with Deriya in the morning and set up the meeting place for her warriors to meet us along with the ones from the other worlds.As we climbed up onto the dregons, we were set to leave and group at the meeting spot. As we took to the air, I looked down and saw thousands upon thousands of warriors. All were ready and turned in the direction of the portal we were heading towards.Deriya was sitting upon a huge eagle that is her own personal bodyguard warrior named, Skyior. He is so large in his eagle form she is able to ride upon his back.So, here we are all heading towards the portal with the mighty warriors of Kerron to meet up with the other warriors from Nympha and Aiden on Staxon. We just hope we are in time to save Valaisha and the other two worlds. We have to be on time. Otherwise, the prophecy of Rayna and of my resurrection would have been wrong and I refuse to believe that it is.As we all go through the po
Later we were on our Dregons again only this time with one last mission to fulfill. Reaching out to the lioness Queen, Deriya of the animal world Kerron.As we passed through the portal I noticed the thick humid air and insects as they buzzed around us in the largest of many jungles of Kerron. Our Dregons slowed down due to the thick brush and huge trees. I had complete trust in the dregons as skillful flyers and knew we were safe upon their backs.I looked over at mom and noticed her surveying the world around her with awe. “Is this your first time to Kerron?” I asked being careful enough to not swallow any insects.Mom brushed a few away before she spoke, “It’s my first time visiting any of these worlds. I had not been able to do many diplomatic visits to other worlds as yet.”I nodded and smiled at her then focused on following Xipher. He knew where the jungle palace is located. The closer we were getting to the palace the more I began to notice shadows moving through the branches
After the finished tour with mom and Rayna, Rayna stepped back and let me back in control. The next morning we now stood on the small island along with Aanomi and a few guards. It’s been arranged that the army would meet us back on Valaisha in one week's time.Aanomi hugged us before saying, “I will expect to one day see all of you with Nerin in her own body soon. And we will have a grand celebration waiting for you.”“We will and is honored.” I took her hands as I said, “Thank you, Aanomi for trusting us.”She leaned over and kissed my cheek. “I always trusted you.” She spoke in my ear before backing away and slipping back into the water as her dress became a part of her, as her golden tail and with her guards, disappeared beneath the waves.I sighed, “Well that went well.”“I knew they would help us,” Xipher said as he helped me mount my dregon.I nodded as he then walked over to help my mother mount her dregon. As large as dregons were it was difficult for us women to mount unassis
I could tell my mother was in awe at what she was seeing. After about an hour we finally saw it. Just over the ridge and down in a canyon was a magnificent kingdom it glowed in wonder, and I heard my mother beside me gasp at the sight. It was huge, and we saw many merfolk swimming about and even waving as we passed.It was a wondrous sight to behold. I have been here many times with Xipher in the past yet each time it still takes my breath away. I could only imagine what my mother was thinking. The carriage began to decent and headed towards a clear tube. Right before we entered the seahorses stopped and turned us around. A merman came over and unhooked the creatures from the carriage, and two more mermen came and began to push the carriage back into the clear tube.Once inside the mermen backed out and the opening closed. Then we watched as water began to reside from the tube and soon the tube was free of water. Alyczander was there as the door opened to the carriage and we entered t
As Rayna and I finished our conversation, I stood and walked to the railing looking out at the distant smoke and sounds. ‘Yes, this has to end soon.’ I thought to myself. Taking a deep breath, I walked back into the Palace, and everyone stopped talking as I came through the door.I smiled, “She understands.” I said as I walked over and sat on a chair near the fireplace. Suddenly we heard footsteps hastening our direction, and Galen appeared through the open doorway. Upon seeing me, he rushed over and grabbed me before I could say something then kissed me with passion.When he released me, he stood back as he realized I was not responding and stared at me. “You are not Rayna.” He stated.I shook my head, and Xipher walked over and stood behind Galen. The poor man put his head in one hand, “Oh boy this is confusing.” Then he looked down at me, “I am sorry Nerin. I was under the impression it would be Rayna back now.”“No, you kissed my wife,” Xipher said from behind, and Galen looked ar
The next morning, while at breakfast, a messenger came in with a message for Mom and Bryden. As Bryden read it the color drained from his face. “Hun, what is it?” Mom asked him.He handed the message to my mom, and it was her turn to pale, “Valaisha is under attack. They have the military out fighting but..”“But what, mom?”She looked up at me, “There are too many of them.”I saw tears of concern brimming in her eyes. I got up and went over to hug her.“I can offer my assistance,” Xipher said as he began to signal for Kito.“Sir?” Kito said as he walked over to Xipher.“Rally the men and have the Dregons ready. Valaisha needs our assistance. It seems Amadoria not only attacked here but is attacking there as well. We will be leaving and leading the troops.”Kito bowed, “Yes sir at once.”Xipher looked back at everyone at the table, “We should be ready to leave in an hour.”“Xipher, thank you.” Bryden began to say more when Xipher interrupted him.“We are family now. It is what family d