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Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 51
ALTERNATE UNIVERSE Kael stepped forward, his face tense. "Your Majesty, Scarlette, Demetrius," he greeted them, bowing low. "I have troubling news from the Vampire Council." Gabriel's jaw clenched. "What is it?" "The Council has received reports of a group of rogue vampires attacking nearby villages, killing and turning humans indiscriminately," Kael explained. "They believe that it might be the work of one of our own." Gabriel's eyes narrowed. "One of our own?" "Yes, Your Majesty," Kael confirmed. "The Council suspects that the perpetrator might be one of the rebels who defied their orders and left the clan years ago." Scarlette felt a shiver run down her spine. "What do we do?" "We investigate," Gabriel said firmly. "We cannot let our kind be associated with this kind of brutality. We will find the perpetrator and bring them to justice." Scarlette nodded, knowing that Gabriel was right. They could not let their love for each other blind them to the responsibilities that came
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Hanging in the balance EPILOGUE
As Gabriel sat in his small apartment, lost in thought, his phone buzzed with a message from an unknown number. Curiosity piqued, he unlocked his phone and read the message that appeared on the screen:"Protect Scarlett at all costs. Danger approaches. Trust in your bond."Confusion and concern filled Gabriel's mind. Who could have sent this message? And why was Scarlett in danger? He quickly dialed Scarlett's number, his heart pounding with worry."Gabriel?" Scarlett's voice sounded anxious over the phone. "Did you get a strange message too?""Yeah, I did. Scarlett, we need to talk. Meet me at our secret spot," Gabriel said, his voice trembling with urgency.Minutes later, they found themselves hidden away in their secret haven - a small, abandoned treehouse deep within the woods. As they settled down, Gabriel recounted the cryptic message he had received.Scarlett's eyes widened with alarm. "This can't be a coincidence, Gabriel. I've been feeling a presence lurking in the shadows, fo
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 1
I am standing in a room that is dark, lit with candles on chandeliers, I do not understand, where the hell am I? This looks like a scene in the series Reign, I am standing in what looks like a throne room, how am I standing here if I have never set foot in this place but I can smell the air in here smells like this place has been around for centuries, the temperature is bearable and that is saying a lot, I'm a Scottish lass so I can handle the cold but this? How are the candles still lit?Out of nowhere two people, or not people, since they have wings, one has black wings that look like they have spikes on the end which are red and the other has a white wing with a very shiny crown on her head, she is beating the devil out of that lad, I can tell you that much.Are those blackout curtains? It seemed so dark in here but when they flew in I saw a glimpse of light and I was definitely not in France.The white-winged one looks directly at me standing not too far from where the pair entered
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 2
I was better prepared for a dream this time; It was not as pleasant as the one I had previously, no this time was more gruesome.A shadow followed a beautiful woman, with dark curly hair, it looked very natural, With the greenest orbs I have ever seen they would make any emerald shy. and a cheerleader body, she was wearing tennis shoes and a bottle green cardigan that was unbuttoned with a white vest, and a pair of straight-cut light wash blue jeans. She was running from it in a sweat, her heart racing in fear. she knew the shadow was following her, she could not have been older than 16. Before she could reach her destination the shadow caught up with her own shadow. It seemed as if the two shadows were wrestling and then the girl just slumped down, face ashen as if she had died weeks ago.I knew this was New Orleans because there was loud Jazz music, the way the streets were set up with that homey feeling, and the culture was so engulfing, I went to look up when the New Orleans Jazz f
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"Ladies and gentlemen, this is your pilot speaking; We have reached our destination. We now ask that you please fasten your seatbelts for landing, thank you for flying with Delta Airlines. I stretch out of my sleep and fasten my seatbelt. I had a cup of coffee and some crisps on the first flight and got a Mega McMuffin on the Atlanta layover, I am not sure if it was hunger from all the walking or boredom from all the waiting because I had waffles and berries on the flight from Amsterdam with another coffee and two bottles of Fiji water. Any hoots, 16 hours later, I am jetlagged AF, a bit famished from that six-hour second flight, waiting for my duffel bag to make its way to me, I did order a taxi service but I am wondering if I shouldn't just make my own life easier and rent a car? lord knows how long I will have to be in the States. I think I will make up my mind after proper sleep so I can go to the hotel and the rest can be sorted when my brain works. I have rented a condo throug
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Walking into Swig and Swine Barbecue I can tell that I will not be walking out of there anytime soon. The vibe is all there, and everyone is friendly.I walk straight up to the bar which is manned by the most beautiful woman I have ever seen. She has the palest skin, like someone who does not enjoy the sun, and her hair is as white as snow. But her eye, oh her eyes are what draws me, it is the strangest shade of blue I have ever seen, it's pale blue but more like silver than blue, and she is built like a runner.It is rather loud, and since the guy at the car rental place had difficulties understanding me because of my Highlander accent, I taped on my phone to ask if it is okay to have Tom in here and hand the phone to her, she nods her head looks at me then starts typing on my phone with a smirk she hands it back.: "Cat got your tongue?" I burst out laughing,"You're a funny one! A few people had a hard time understanding me due to my accent! I'm Scarlette!" I yell over the music and
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 5
I must have fallen asleep during one of the books, which month is beyond me. At some point Tom must have snuck out, to my memory I left no door or window open. Another mystery. I think a day out in nature should do me wonders. So I heat up my last cup of Joe, and finish off my leftovers. I must jump into another shower even though I will just be sweating in the sun again. My hike through…… is unbelievably beautiful, the view doesn’t compare to home in the slightest but it brings me closer to nature and calms my soul, as I sit on the wooden planks with my feet hanging off into the lake I hear footsteps behind me but I feel no fear so I am unbothered. “What is a beautiful woman doing all by herself in the woods?” “Good day to you too lad, I thought it was a hiking trail? It brought me here. If this is private property you should better label it so.” I say still soaking up the sun with my eyes closed and my face angled to the sun. The man scoffs, “Not at all the property is state o
Last Updated : 2024-10-29Hanging in the balance CHAPTER 6
When I got home, I unpacked my shopping bags to make sure none of my newley purchased frozen goods goes off. I planned to chase after Lydia but the food in my boot made me prioritize accordingly. As Soon as I was done though, I went back to the pub, but no Lydia. Instead there was a young man he looks around 32 years of age, brown hair hazel brown eyes, if that even is a color! He built like a boxer. He is from what I gather around 6 feet 3 if I had to compare him I would say that he reminds me of Marcel from The Originals. “Hi, I am looking for Lydia?” He looks up from rubbing down the bar with a white cloth “If you find her please tell her that I will not give her another chance to fuck me over, whenever it gets busy the bitch disappears.” very angry vampire manager, oi this girl has gotten herself into a but load of trouble today. “Alright lad, calm down. I take it you’re the owner of this lovely establishment? The food is amazing. I bumped into Lydia at Urban Outfitters earli
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As Gabriel sat in his small apartment, lost in thought, his phone buzzed with a message from an unknown number. Curiosity piqued, he unlocked his phone and read the message that appeared on the screen:"Protect Scarlett at all costs. Danger approaches. Trust in your bond."Confusion and concern filled Gabriel's mind. Who could have sent this message? And why was Scarlett in danger? He quickly dialed Scarlett's number, his heart pounding with worry."Gabriel?" Scarlett's voice sounded anxious over the phone. "Did you get a strange message too?""Yeah, I did. Scarlett, we need to talk. Meet me at our secret spot," Gabriel said, his voice trembling with urgency.Minutes later, they found themselves hidden away in their secret haven - a small, abandoned treehouse deep within the woods. As they settled down, Gabriel recounted the cryptic message he had received.Scarlett's eyes widened with alarm. "This can't be a coincidence, Gabriel. I've been feeling a presence lurking in the shadows, fo
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ALTERNATE UNIVERSE Kael stepped forward, his face tense. "Your Majesty, Scarlette, Demetrius," he greeted them, bowing low. "I have troubling news from the Vampire Council." Gabriel's jaw clenched. "What is it?" "The Council has received reports of a group of rogue vampires attacking nearby villages, killing and turning humans indiscriminately," Kael explained. "They believe that it might be the work of one of our own." Gabriel's eyes narrowed. "One of our own?" "Yes, Your Majesty," Kael confirmed. "The Council suspects that the perpetrator might be one of the rebels who defied their orders and left the clan years ago." Scarlette felt a shiver run down her spine. "What do we do?" "We investigate," Gabriel said firmly. "We cannot let our kind be associated with this kind of brutality. We will find the perpetrator and bring them to justice." Scarlette nodded, knowing that Gabriel was right. They could not let their love for each other blind them to the responsibilities that came
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"You have been chosen by the shifting stars, Scarlett," the oracle began in a voice that resonated through the room. "Your journey is not just to save Gabriel, but to fulfill a prophecy that has spanned centuries." Scarlett's pulse quickened, her curiosity mounting. She leaned forward, eager to hear the secrets of her past and the purpose of her quest. "Long ago," the oracle continued, "there existed a powerful kingdom ruled by a benevolent queen. This queen possessed the ability to harness the energy of the shifting stars, bringing balance and harmony to the land." Scarlett's eyes widened, her mind racing with the possibility of her connection to this queen. "You, Scarlett, are this queen," the oracle revealed. "The powers you possess, the strength within you, they are a gift from your bloodline as the daughter of Helle, granddaughter of Creation. Your purpose is to restore the shattered balance, to protect the world from the darkness that seeks to consume it." Scarlett's head sp
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With renewed determination, they turned to face the path ahead, ready to uncover the truth and save their world. Scarlett and Gabriel, bound by love and united in purpose, would forge ahead, knowing that nothing could break their bond. And so, their adventure continued, their hearts filled with hope, knowing that their love would guide them through the darkness. Little did they know, an even greater challenge awaited them, one that would test their resolve and push their powers to the limit. But together, they were unstoppable, ready to face whatever came their way. Gabriel's disappearance left Scarlett feeling a deep sense of emptiness. She couldn't bear the thought of him being held captive by her ancient enemy. Determined to find him, she knew she needed help—help that could only come from the best. Scarlett pored over the ancient book, searching for any mention of this mysterious ally. The pages were worn and fragile, but she pressed on, her fingers tracing the words as if they
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Their hearts surged with newfound purpose as they closed the book and left the library, the weight of the prophecy settling upon their shoulders. In their eyes, there was no room for doubt or fear. They were bound by fate, ready to embark on a journey that would test their courage and resilience. Hand in hand, Scarlett and Gabriel stepped out into the world, their spirits alight with the promise of uncovering the truth and fulfilling their destined roles. The road ahead would be treacherous, but together, they would rise above the darkness and unlock Scarlett's full potential. Little did they know, dark forces lurked in the shadows, watching their every move, eager to exploit the powerful connection between them. But for now, Scarlett and Gabriel remained blissfully unaware, ready to face the challenges that awaited them on their shared path. The gang returned home From their Scotland detour. They planned to go straight home from Kansas and rest up before embarking on their journey
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As the car zoomed down the winding road, singing along to their favorite tunes, Scarlett couldn't shake off the feeling that something strange was about to happen. A chill ran down her spine, making her hair stand on end. Her ocean-blue eyes darted around, searching for any sign of what was to come. Suddenly, a sharp pang shot through Scarlett's head. She winced, clutching her temples, as a voice echoed in her mind. It was gentle yet commanding, like a whisper carried by the wind. "Scarlett," the voice called, resonating in her thoughts. Confused and a little frightened, Scarlett glanced around in the car at her friends, but they seemed oblivious to what she was experiencing. She shifted in her seat, trying to make sense of it all. "Seek the ancient artifact, hidden deep within the forest," the voice continued, its urgency creeping into Scarlett's mind. "It holds the power to awaken your true abilities and unlock the secrets of your past." Scarlett's heart raced. Who was speaking t
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“It’s witch, with a W” Moira patronized Lydia “What a feisty one you are little sister.” She said with a smirk on her face. The wind grew stronger at her verbal jabs. “Why are you doing this to these people Moira, what have they done to you?” Lydia asked, her voice had even thickened a bit. “Put away the claws kitten and I will tell you. I won’t waste my strength shouting over your chaos.” Moira answered Lydia. Lydia dissipated her power just enough to make Moira believe she had closed off access to her magic. “Great, now contrary to popular belief, I am not after the Nishruu inside of you.” Moira said in disgust, “I have seen how those things have driven family members crazy or to suicide, I refuse to host such an abomination.” she continued, “Alright let me start at the beginning.” Moira clapped her hands together and rubbed them as though she was ready to have a feast. “A little history little sister, the Nishruu was not placed inside of you because our family was trying to save
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“So you’re going to stand there and pretend you don’t know who I am?” Sasha asked Asher. The beta frowned and then sniffed the air again this time zoning in on the Queen Luna. His eyes widened as tears started to stream down his face, and he fell to his knees. That was not the reaction she expected. “Of course not Lilly,” Asher said, which made Scarlett's eyes widen as she recalled her dream of the other universe where Gabriel and Scarlett had a little girl with them called Lily. “My name is Sasha.” She said to him anger boiling in her chest. “Olivia named you Lily, forgive me, Lyle must have asked the humans to rename you to keep you hidden,” Asher said as his voice broke. “What did you just say?” She asked him in confusion as her anger only dissipated by a fraction. “Alpha Johnson did not kill you even though the witch warned him this day would come and you would seek your vengeance upon him for slaughtering our true Luna.” Beta Miller said, still on his knees. “Well, so my siste
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“We have reached our destination.” At those words Sasha was awake and alert, ready for any attack but when she looked around she saw they were parked in the middle of nowhere. “We move on foot from here,” Gabriel said as everyone got out of the car. “WHY?!” Sasha whined, “Nobody likes to hike Gabe” Lydia groaned with Sasha, “I beg to differ, that is actually how Scar and I met.” Jackson added in full of laughter and Scarlett joined in on their private joke, causing their mates to give them death glares. “Oh stop it you two, it wasn’t like that.” Scarlett said “Yeah, I have mistaken her for an Irish person and she went off on me. Besides I wanted to know who was in my territory as her aura set the whole pack into a frenzy.” Jackson concluded and the two burst out laughing again. “I can’t even smell wolves from here,” Sasha whined again. “5-mile radius babe, we don’t want to lose the element of surprise until it’s too fucking late and they find us on their doorsteps,” Jackson said wi
