Chapter 7: New LifeConfusion drew on my face as I heard Lara speak. “You mean in this house?” “Oh, no no no. She means that we live here in this town and our house was just around your land since we worked for the previous owner for a long time. We still took care of it even though we weren’t paid.” Mina sounded like Hella which made me smile. “Thank you, I will pay you guys for it don’t worry.” “Uhm, we don’t have a job, we were thinking if…we could work you and work here still,” Lara said and everyone went silent waiting for my response. I didn’t know how to answer her. “It was hard for us to find another job, the main road was a mile away from here. Also, we didn’t have a degree to apply in the city.” Mina added, I see. “Well, not a problem.” Their faces immediately lit up with full glee. “Thank you, Madam. Thank you very much.” All of them were thanking me, their thank you and priceless expression of gratitude were pleasing. “Let’s eat.” Lara declared, I thought
Chapter 8: The Legend“Why?” I asked. “Our town has a reputation of being the town of vampires.“ Mina said which made me stop eating and looked at her. “But I don’t think it’s true,“ she added.“Really? I didn’t stumble on that rumor. “ If I did, I wouldn’t be here. Vampires despise my name so much. “Well, there is nothing to worry about that, since it wasn’t true. “ Lara said and nodded. “Of course, vampires are just myths. “ Mina said and continued eating while could feel them tensed up and acting unbothered. “Well, there will be no smoke if there were no fire? How did the rumor start? “ I had gone interested on about vampires in this place.“I don’t know when that myth started but I heard the whole town was resided by vampires under the care of their head or leader who owns the whole town. As the neighboring town arise and became populated the vampires started leaving the town. “ “So the tales were created by the neighboring town? “ I asked and she shrugged. “I don’t
Chapter 9: Cravings“Because of our town's reputation, we never had new residents or even tourists here. Not just Pio who noticed your presence but the whole town.“ Carding explained that to me. “Okay, do you want to buy something?“ I asked him. I realized that it wasn't safe to ask too much in here. “None, Madam.“ He answered so we walk back to our car. He never left my side and even walked next to me. He also opened the door for me. He looked professional when he did that despite the that he wore cheap clothes.His face wasn't familiar but I didn't have a good feeling about him. Maybe he was indeed a vampire or his ancestor. I have questions but I'd rather be clueless than learning that this place isn't safe and die thinking I did a wrong decision moving in here. Of all creatures, why vampires? I have killed hundreds of vampires and I'm sure only of few who didn't know me. I opened the plastic bag and took a stick of banana and eat it. I need to calm myself. ***“Go
Chapter 10: Birth of The Immortal Baby"Hana," Lara warned her. I knew she was right, it was too early for my child to kick."She's right, I am only pregnant for probably three weeks or four," I said, it was a little confusing despite the glee this had caused me."Vampires develop in a month only," Hana said and I saw Mina hold her hand to stop her so she did and step back. "I am carrying a half-witch and a half-human not a vampire, Hana." I corrected her. "I'm sorry, madam Zil. Hana is very transparent with her emotion and everything that is in her head. We also thought the same, your child probably has vampire blood, if it does then you'd be giving birth anytime soon." I shook my head in disagreement. "Impossible.""Then that is not a problem, madam," Lara said and dismissed the two girls. I was about to lose my patience, and salute Lara's empathy and felt that I was on the verge of spitting fire. I bear no Vampire."Ah!" I suddenly felt sore in my stomach. "Are you
Chapter 11: Little Blood SuckerShe blinked twice and I saw how her eye changed. It went red and became brown again. "Are you still hungry?" I softly asked and my finger made its way to her cheek. I chucked when she held my finger. "Aw!" I squealed when she suddenly bit it. I pulled it away and she started crying. "No, you had enough," I said and I looked at Lara who was confused too. "She's still hungry, I guess." She said and was about to get another bag of blood. "I said no, you had enough," I said when she tried to catch my hand again. She started crying uncontrollably and it was suffocating for me. I was torn between letting her drink my blood or disciplining her. Lara came and gave me another bottle of blood. "She is still a baby, she needs that," Lara said. I gave it to her and Zaya pushed it away. I scooped her from bed and stood near the window. "Zaya, look, isn't it nice out there?" I asked and she stopped for a few seconds. She looked out there and her eyes we
Chapter 12: Nightmares in Her Eyes"Mom! Mom!" I pulled my blanket up to cover my face and rolled to the left. "Momma, come on." I heard her grunt in annoyance so I looked at her."It's too early, Zaya. What do you want?" I spoke half asleep."Aunt Hella called, and she is on her way here." My drowse shattered pulling me to sit up."Where's my phone?" Zaya handed it to me and I dialed her number. She picked it up in no time."Hey, bitch." I haven't heard her voice for a while. "What on earth has gotten in your mind? I thought you'd travel the world to move on." I said it was only a few months since we parted. "I can not miss seeing Zaya, she growing too fast. The last time I checked she should be in your womb by now. Did you cast a spell on her to fasten her growth? What the hell? I called and she said she's your daughter. How come she's already speaking-" I cut the line and my baby looked confused. She was looking at me with a serious face. She unfortunately looked like her father
Chapter 13: Playtime“You gotta be kidding, Zil!” I closed my eyes as she hissed that way with wide eyes. She lowered her voice and said, “You hate vampires to death, how did you end up giving birth to a vampire?” “She can still hear you, and it was before not now. My daughter is innocent, she had no business with other vampires out there. You better watch your mouth before you hurt my daughter’s feelings.” She blew a harsh breath and sat next to me. My office room was secure, and no one could overhear us but Zaya could.“This child truly came from you.” I nodded and looked at me. “I believe, this happened for a reason, I could not conceive a pure witch since my mother cursed me, and it would be impossible to give birth to a half-human alive since humans are weaker. The Vampire child was stronger, the curse couldn’t touch her, and she even consumed my power. I wouldn’t be able to have a child if she wasn’t a vampire. You know I wanted a child. And destiny gave her to me.” Sh
Chapter 14: The AccusationI harshly pushed her away. “That’s cringy,” she pushed me harder. “Just kidding! Do you think I’d do that? Duh, over my dead body!” I rolled my eyes and bit my inner cheek to hold my smile. “You should sleep now before you can think of anything operatic again,” I said and left her. I turned my back to the door when she called my name. “Zill…” I stopped but did not bother to turn. “Are you happy now?” “Yeah,” “I see, I can finally sleep at ease. I have been waiting for this, that you finally find what makes you truly happy. It has been decades since we left the coven searching for this.” “Thank you,” what she said was true. I left the coven to find freedom, happiness, and contentment. She came with me because she was raised to serve me and serving me was what she thought was the purpose of her life. I hate to think that she wanted to serve me all her life. I wanted her to have a life too. I hope she’ll find her true purpose here. Not just ser
Chapter 37: In the RunDays passed but it was alarmingly peaceful. We were traveling happily; I was worried that we might have laid back and lowered our guard. My gut says we should be more careful but I didn’t want to cut the moment. It was a treasure for me to see my family this happy. While on the run, I felt something chasing us. I turned to Luem and he already noticed it. Kiel ran and moved to the planned formation. He had to run between me and Luem while carrying Zaya. The look on my daughter’s face was enough for me to know that she was scared and knew everything around her, even without us discussing it. I looked at Kiel and he nodded. I cast an illusion to confuse the pursuer. We did shake them off, but another troop was in the run too. We ran different ways at the same time. I cast another illusion to cover Kiel as he escapes and activate his camouflage. I was already alone and stopped when I had to recover my breath. Yet they were wise to attack me before I c
Chapter 36: The Fortress of Eternal Diamond “Your coven is very beautiful, mom.” We were standing on the terrace looking at the whole coven below us. “Indeed, my love.” “Why did you have to leave this place?” my little girl asked.“There are certain things a little brat like me could not handle back then and chose to run like a coward. I was a baby and did not realize that this place is worth fighting for.” I could lie flawlessly, but not to my daughter, who knew me well. “You were lost,” I smiled when she said that. “Maybe,” “And angry,” I nodded. “I can feel that there is something big coming, Mom.” I shouldn’t lie but I could not tell her either. “I’m scared.” “What do you mean?” “I can hear every footstep, the hush of the wind, the flow of the river, the drop of the water, even the flopping wings of the birds moving in a hurry. Dusk is coming this way too fast.” Shiver kissed my nerves by just listening to my daughter say things that shouldn’t be spoken by a chi
Chapter 35: A Scorching FightZille’s PovHe was killing ruthlessly by himself when I saw him fighting in the woods. He was not feeling it when I spoke to him afterward When my daughter came with Kiel from her hiding place, I hugged her. “How are you, my love? Are you hurt?” I asked and checked her all over. My little girl shook her head, and I was proud that she was okay. I looked at Kiel behind her who just crossed his arms. “I’m fine mom, Uncle Kiel was great at hiding.” She cheerfully answered. A few meters away, there was her father sulking like a baby. Like I would go after him. “We must find somewhere to stay, it’s getting dark,” I said, and she nodded. We started walking without asking Luem to come with us. Let him vent out his steams somewhere. I am not dealing with him. “Dad, let’s go.” My daughter called him. He quietly followed while Kiel was leading the way. It was already dark, and we could not find somewhere hidden. “We don’t have time to find a place, le
Chapter 34: Werewolves Ambush Zaya’s POVIt has been two days and my mother has not returned. My father was growing increasingly anxious, and I found it difficult to approach him. He would often stand with his arms crossed, gazing at the door, and would inquire about my well-being in a somber tone. His speech became sparse as he delved into profound contemplation.He never left after he knew Mom was not here. However, Uncle Kiel had been teaching me how to enhance my ability when Dad would zone out. Then he suddenly stood up from his seat and looked above us. Uncle Kiel seemed alarmed too. I focused on my ears, and I did hear footsteps. Fast, faint, and swift. Mom should fly on a broomstick. Then suddenly it went quiet. Dad looked at Uncle Kiel and Uncle picked me up. Enemies. I should fight too. Then, the door was pushed open. Dad jumped on the big wolf and rode on it. His hands were around its neck, and I heard its bones crack and then fall. Dad swiftly moved to anothe
Chapter 33: Silent Cries Zaya’s POV I watched my mother leave and close the door behind her. And I dropped the act of toughing it out. I glanced at Uncle Kiel who did not care at all. I slowly walked back to the room, “I want to sleep for more, Uncle Kiel.” I said and closed the door. As soon as I locked the door, tears started pooling around my eyes. What have I done? I don’t get it at all. My mom has suffered enough, my parents fought for me. Aunt Hella died, and I never heard from my family back on the farm. Why did we have to fight? Maybe we could just surrender, and I could die for everyone. I felt sad but I did not want to cry. Whenever Mom was not looking, I felt my knees weakening, and scared. I sat on the floor and hug knees. I should not be scared, I should not feel lonely, and Mom and Dad will make things better. Eventually, everything should be fine. I had to wipe my face again and again, but my tears were t
Chapter 32: Reclaimed Crown"Leave the Coven now," I whispered, and I heard no objection. I always wanted to fight her and defeat her. Only if I had defeated her sooner, I wouldn't be facing her now. Fighting her this time was different, I had nothing to lose before but now I have my daughter and she knows it."I knew that this day would come," I felt her presence behind me, but I chose to remain unmoved."Did you also know that this will be the end of your reign?""How bold," I felt her walk around me and stopped in front. She always had that confident smile, then crossed arms. "You know what, Zil. You are no different to me.""Sadly, yeah." Did she think I'd desperately deny that fact?"What is the point of defeating me?""Power." I could see her breathing heavily, despite the visible smile on her face I knew she wanted to crash me from where I stood."I cannot believe you think you can defeat me; you are not the strongest Wicca anymore. You married a Vampire.""Is that why you did
Chapter 31: Memories in TearsZil’s POV 18 years ago It was raining cats and dogs when I noticed my mother leaving again. She put on her cape and left the room. I followed her until I saw her open the golden door. No one was allowed to enter that door. It was the coven law made by our grandmother. Our elders said that a powerful creature was hidden inside that kept the mountain alive and magical. For decades, because of the creatures hidden inside there, we never need to travel to other places to gather everything we need to live. Mother easily opened the door. A certain enchantment that I did not recognize. Every word was embedded in my head. The question of what that meant was left unanswered. Days passed and Mom hadn’t returned. Then weeks, and months, I patiently waited. One morning she returned as if she was not unseen for a few months. “Mom, I saw you in the woods at the secret mountain. You opened t
Chapter 30: To Reclaim the Crown Two days have passed, and I haven’t made up my mind yet. No one expected that I’d get this desperate. I never wanted power before, power came to me when I moved. Now, I am chasing it. I want it back, my crown, my power, I want it back. I hate the fact that I was being me again when I was little. Trying to protect the things that were impossible to protect. When I exited the room, I saw Kiel. He was sitting where he would usually sit and seemed in deep thought. “Can I have a word?” “You don’t trust me, as far as I remember.” “You offered shelter for a few days, so I should reconsider,” he does have a cold aura, but I’ve met more dangerous men before and I could say that he’s still a baby. “If you’re going to ask a favor, I am not your husband to boss around. Go get your husband to do what you want to do.” He rejected me within ten seconds, I could say he had
Chapter 29: The Tainted Coven Luem POV Dark red blood in a goblet, and the cold quiet night. All I could do was watch the door of the room where my wife and daughter were resting. “Not planning to move even an inch?” My brother said and sat somewhere close to me. “You need anything?” “You’re not even losing gaze from that door,” concluded Kiel. “What is it?” “Nothing, you’ve changed a lot. Do not deny that you were the head of executors. Father really had an eye on you. Yzaic, you are the next king, and everyone knows it, even you. You’ve claimed it before. You were never scared. Seeing you submit to a woman, especially to a witch, and looking like a puppy being ordered. I could hardly recognize you.” I know. “Yeah,” “And you let her do that to you?” “Being able to hold her is a prestige alone, Kiel.” When I loo