SapphiraI didn't know what to say to mother and was suddenly awkward. I already told her before that I didn't know anything about that. But now, she seems convinced that I might be of shaman blood.There was no one I could ask as my aunt definitely wasn't willing to talk about my parents. As a matter of fact, the very few times she had mentioned my mother in front of me as a child, I had quickly realized she used a tone that sounded like she was addressing a traitor.I often suspect she and my mother might have been at odds with each other but if she wasn't willing to say anything, there was nothing I could do or who I could ask."Say Sapphira, why don't you ask your aunt? She might know something and Elisa seems like such a sweet soul. She might have been worried the absence of your parents will get to you, which is why she didn't say anything before," mother's words disrupted my thoughts and I looked at her speechlessly.I forced a smile to hide my anger. Aunt Elisa has gotten to h
RafaelWhen I narrated what had transpired between mother and Sapphira to father, his eyes widened and the shock was evident on his face."How did Sapphira describe the witch again?"I repeated my description and added, "She appeared to me too but didn't cause me any harm. I don't understand her relations with Sapphira but although we are not well acquainted with the witches, I know their important leaders and don't recognize this witch at all.""Say no more, Rafael."I noticed my father's voice had turned sharp and his chest was heaving heavily."Father, are you—""It's the old hag of Willow Creek! No one has heard from her for years. I expect her to be dead. Why would she suddenly appear now?"My brows knitted in confusion as I watched my father pace to and fro thoughtfully. "Father, do you know this witch?""Yes," His head snapped up and I could see his face was reddened with anger. "No one else matches your description except Vespera. What I don't get is why Lucia reacted that way
Sapphira"What do you want?" I screamed and tried to get away but like before, I couldn't move and the witch was stalking towards me. I was trembling with so much fear.Her eyes were the most terrifying. They looked like they had gone to a darker shade of yellow. "Who are you? Stay away from me!" Tears were now streaming down my face.But all of a sudden, she stopped one inch away from me. Her wide smile disappeared as she groaned and curled in pain. She already had an ugly hunchback and now was in a terrible posture. It was a horrible sight to behold. Then she lifted a finger at me and I gasped at the sight of her long and dirty nail. "How dare you try to lift the curse?" She spoke for the first time since I started seeing her in my dreams. "Whose daughter are you?" Her voice thundered in the cave and she tried to get to me which made me shrink back in fear.She screamed in pain and took a step back. Then I realized she couldn't get to me. There seemed to be something around me p
Luna Lucia"Hmm," He looked up and dropped the book. Then he came to sit by my side and asked calmly, "Do you need something?"I held his palms and noticed his reluctance. I knew my suspicions were right at that moment. "Santino, did I do something wrong?""No."There he goes again with the curt reply. I forced myself to remain calm and tried again."Why do I feel like you have been acting strange lately then? If I did anything wrong, let me know. I'll apologize to you. Just—""Lucia," He dropped my hands gently. "You are overthinking things. Get some rest. I'll be over there. Call me when you need me."I grabbed his wrist, refusing to let him go. "You are doing it again!" I yelled, not caring how my lungs hammered at my action. "Lucia," His brows knitted with worry and he returned to my side. "Why are you getting so worked up? Did you forget the doctor asked you not to stress yourself?""But I can't help it when you won't talk to me," I didn't mean to burst into tears but I did. "I
Sapphira'Dante has been suspended for the meantime for not exposing his sister when he discovered her plans.' 'Oh.'We remained in silence for some minutes, lost in our thoughts. When Romeo suddenly turned to me, 'Sister-in-law, do you want to see something fun?' I arched a brow at him and he grinned. 'Come with me and I'll show you where I usually spend most of my time.''I don't know—'Although Rafael told me I could leave the packhouse as long as I get someone to accompany me, I didn't feel like going out of the house for some reason.Romeo tried a few more times to persuade me and I eventually accepted but not without a warning, 'We'll have to return home soon.''Hmm mhm,' he nodded. 'You'll love it I promise.'Thus, I allowed myself to be cajoled.________SophiaAfter days of waiting for a sign... something that will give me the go ahead to carry on with what I planned, I finally got one today.I heard Rafael is out of town. He has been going on trips a bit too frequently but
SapphiraJust as we were about to leave, some men suddenly blocked our path. I could recognize the rascal from earlier and there was now a well-dressed man behind him.That must be the boss he mentioned. They were all looking so fierce and the boss in particular was staring at me lewdly. I didn't like it.'Romeo, don't argue with them. Just have the race. Isn't it just one race? I know you can beat him.'I know Romeo could easily take on all of them and defeat them but that will attract a lot of attention and Romeo already told me earlier when he disguised himself that he was racing under a fake alias.So as not to attract attention to his identity. If a fight breaks out between him and these rascals, he will get into trouble for it."Mute, just listen to what the beauty says and have a race with us," the boss taunted. It seems they all already know that Romeo can't talk. I was slightly irked and wondered what chances I would have to escape if I shove my fist up his jaw now."Great,
RaphaelThe first thing I wanted to do when I returned was to go to Sapphira. Even though I was only away for a few days, I thought of her everyday and wondered what she was doing.But I knew if I called her, she would probably not want to talk to me. After the misunderstanding had been cleared between us, I felt like my heart had grown fonder towards her and I was scared.I might have to tell her sooner or later why I can't mark her and I dread her reaction.However, when I walked in, I didn't expect Ricardo to meet me midway or the solemn expression on the faces of others.Before I could inquire what was going on, he spoke, "Brother... Sapphira is missing.""What?" The exhaustion from the long trip disappeared instantly. "How? When did this happen?"Ricardo sighed and narrated everything that had happened to me. Furious was an understatement. I turned to Romeo and snapped, "Why were you hanging around an illegal race arena? Why did I never know there was a place of sorts? And last
SophiaI looked at her silently before bursting into laughter like I had just heard the funniest joke of the century. "How do you know that?" I grabbed her hair and pulled it aside. She winced in but I wasn't scared. "Look, he has left you unmarked for so long. Doesn't that show just how little your worth to him is? Rafael is only blinded by your beauty now. Once you disappear, he won't even think of you again and I'll win his heart."I crouched so I could look at her directly. "Do you know what I will do first?"She didn't respond but I spoke anyway, "I'll have that little bastard of yours kicked out of the street and then I'll bear Rafael's children. My children will continue his bloodline."I expected her to get mad at my words but instead she looked at me like I was a clown and smiled. I was peeved."Why are you laughing? Did I say something funny?"She winced when I brought the silver laced knife to the other cheek, leaving a similar mark on it. She shook her head and her smile
Hello dear readers, thank you so much for reading till the end of this book. I apologize if the end might seem abrupt to some of you. I have some health issues and have to take time off writing. I didn't want to leave this book hanging so I ended it. I'd like you all to know this is only the first book in the Romani's cursed Quads series and there is still more to come. Tysm!>3
Sapphira"Are you done?" Vespera sneered with a bored expression. "He's with me now. So step back, you worthless winged creature.""How dare you?!" Aunt Isolde thundered and extended her fingers but Queen Vera held her back."Don't touch her. She is mine. Handle your brother. I can't promise anything."Aunt Isolde looked at uncle Darius but he turned his face away. I don't miss the look of sadness that settles on her face. Even if uncle Darius is not a good person, he will always be her sibling and that is a bond that will never break."Since you dared to walk here yourself, I assume you already know you won't be leaving here alive?" Rafael snapped at Vespera hatefully."Lad, let's get this over with," A smile tugged at Vespera's lips as she acted quickly and raised her fingers. Screams erupt as a large, dark goblet is sent our way."Not today," Queen Vera hissed a surprisingly steady voice as she counterattacked Vespera's spell with one of our own.The goblet clashed with the protect
SapphiraMy eyes darted to Seraphina and even as a female, I was mesmerized. Antonio must have been dazed to see someone with such ethereal beauty like her. I feel the moon goddess couldn't have paired someone better than her with a good man like Antonio. But did I mention, her eyes looked cold and there was some kind of hidden hostility in them... Like she wasn't happy to meet me.But I shook off my thoughts and greeted her anyway. "Greetings to you, Princess Seraphina."She gave a nod and didn't respond. I felt awkward and her mother must have felt so too because she gave a short laugh and apologized."Forgive her impudence, Luna. I apologize on her behalf."I shook my head with a smile to show I didn't take offense to her daughter's behavior. She was probably upset that she had to tag along to a ceremony where she would encounter her unwanted mate again.Why doesn't she want our Antonio? Yes, Antonio might have offended me and acted stupid. But he was only trying to protect his si
SapphiraSomething is off and I know it. For these past few days, Rafael has been acting strange. I think he's hiding something from me. While preparations have been going on for Mateo's birthday party, I have caught him several times just staring or watching Mateo a bit too closely.Sometimes, he just takes him out for shopping and fills his wardrobe with excessive clothes that can't even fit him now. The maids are constantly bringing in new toys. What's up with him? I should feel creeped out but I'm not. Part of me is wondering if this is the cue to tell me that perhaps he wants a baby of his own... I don't know...Well, currently, I'm walking down the stairs to oversee the final preparations. Today is finally the day and we have invited people from all over including the pack members. Even mother, father and my brothers-in-law are going to participate. I'm happy they are all putting their differences to celebrate with Mateo.Well, not everyone. No one sent a message to aunt Elisa
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Rafael"The event planners are outside. Why don't you meet with them for a minute? I have something to say to Roberto."Her eyes darted between us. Then she smiled and nodded, "That's good. You two need to talk things out. Holding a grudge for too long is not good for one's health. You can ask Federico."Yes... Federico. I need to get that rascal here before I lose my mind. But first, Sapphira needed to be out of this room."Let me take Mateo with me so he won't disturb your important conversation. I might as well give him lunch. He hasn't had anything to eat since breakfast."I felt a bit reluctant to let Mateo go to her. I just found out that there is a possibility he might be mine and my lungs were currently constricted. It seemed the feeling was mutual because Mateo refused to go to her and burrowed into my hands. "Nah... Dada!"We laughed and my eyes stung. It was difficult to keep my tears at bay. He was practically trying to say he wants me. "Dada needs to talk to uncle real
RaphaelI felt a bit reluctant to go to Roberto's chambers, but I needed to speak with Sapphira, so I went anyway.I had just opened the door when I saw Roberto stretching his arm towards Mateo, who was taking baby steps."C'mon, baby. You can do this," Sapphira cheered, gesturing for him to come forward."Come to Uncle. Don’t go to Mama," Roberto insisted, trying to grab Mateo’s attention.Mateo, on the other hand, was too excited to understand their antics. He took a few steps forward before wobbling in front of Roberto, who hurriedly leaned forward and caught him.I watched quietly as Roberto stroked Mateo’s cheek. "You can’t afford to leave a mark on your handsome face now. Your birthday is just a few days away.""If you don’t let him fall, he won’t learn how to walk soon," Sapphira shrugged, and Roberto gave her a look that practically screamed, ‘What sort of logic is that?’I stepped forward to make my presence known when Roberto suddenly spoke again, "I almost forgot... Sister-
RafaelSapphira has been acting strange. I don't know why but I can feel it. Since last night in Mateo's nursery, she suddenly turned quieter than before and I have a feeling she might be hiding something from me.But I don't have time to dwell on my thoughts now because I've had to take care of the pack's affairs today. Just as I got out of the walk-in closet, the head guard, Simon, was waiting for me."Alpha," He greeted me once I walked out. "You have a message from the High Pack Council."My brows arched when I heard his words. Anything about the High Pack Council was related to that demon."Is it good news?"His face turned grim and I was disinterested for a second before he shook his head. "I can't say, my Lord. But you have to come with me."Without much contemplation, I followed him to the courtroom where a messenger was waiting."Greetings Alpha Rafael," He bowed as we walked in. I gestured with my fingers for him to rise up. When he did, he stepped forward and informed me i
RafaelI gaped speechlessly at the small smile that spread on Sapphira's lips. Had she been waiting for me to say something like that? At least, I distracted her from crying. "Who wouldn't want Dante?" Her smile disappeared and she frowned slightly. "In my own opinion, Dante is gorgeous and down-to-earth... He was willing to take the brunt for his sister's actions. Someone as fiercely protective as that... Seraphina is really missing out."It was my turn to frown. "Why are you praising him so highly? Should I be worried?"She laughed and burrowed into my embrace. "I'm all yours, Rafael. Don't even think of such nonsense. I'm just trying to defend him. He is after all one of us."Only someone as big hearted as Sapphira wouldn't hold a grudge after what Dante did to her. She wasn't offended and had completely forgiven him. Her selflessness never fails to amaze me.Why would Darius want to hurt someone as kind as this? If that kingdom falls into his hands, he will ruin it beyond repair