Chapter Twelve Akira's Point Of View"This point, this point, and here," Ace explained as he pointed to the coordinates on the country map. "Those areas reported at least seven similar cases to ours. First, they thought it was a wild animal." "After seeing two fang bites at the side of their necks?" Ace scoffed in disbelief. "They are not to be blamed, Ace. These guys are being fed by the vamps. They have always believed the vampires to be their savior," Riaz said. "Or rather, had no other choice but to believe." Ace chipped in. "I mean...these creatures know our weakness but we don't know theirs." Riaz turned to me. "You should know their weakness, right? I mean..." He lowered his voice. "you have a part of them in you," Yeah, these two know about what I really am. Including my mother. The pack members don't know. They just know I have more power than a regular werewolf and using this power, I protected them from predator packs. This made them not wary of my power but rather ac
Alexa's Point Of View"Where has your alpha gone to?" I asked a maid I ran into. After Akira and I parted, I haven't seen him all evening. My thought was that he was with Isabella so I am on the way to her room. "I don't know, my lady but my guess is that he has gone on a mission," I tilted my head sideways, "mission?" "Yes, my lady." She replied and bowed curtly before leaving. Mission? That means he's out of the pack, right? I turned back, ready to leave but then I remember Isabella. Is she still asleep? I turned in the direction of her room and went there. I knocked on the door gently but I got no reply. She must still be sleeping. Careful enough not to make a sound, I pushed the door open, only to find Isabella sobbing, her legs curled up. "Isabella," I called softly as I entered fully and shut the door. I went to her and made her raise her head. Her eyes were bloodshot and her face was drenched in tears. "Isabella..." I pulled her to my chest and hugged her warmly. She wrap
Chapter fourteenAlexa's Point Of ViewThe security here was not as I expected. I expected strict security like Raven Pack's but I guess this pack is lenient. Well, no one has the cause to sneak out of such a loving pack like this. No one except me that is. "Gosh," my breathing was strained. I've been climbing a hill and I've finally got to the top. I looked back to behold the pack one last time. I've only spent a few days here but I feel like I'm leaving something so important behind. Is it Isabella? No, it's more than that. I turned forward to the journey that awaited me. It's late and freaking dark. A tiger could be behind me right now and I wouldn't know. Goosebumps rose across my back as the thought of tigers crept into my mind. Goddess, I plea. Make me not run into one tonight. I brought out my knife and started cutting my way through the thick bush. I should be out of here by morning. ***I have no idea how long I've been walking but I'm dang sure I've been walking for quit
Chapter Fifteen Akira's Point Of View"Where did you say he was living again?" I asked Riaz through the mind link. "They say he's a royal blacksmith in the pack. You should find him in the west wing of the palace. That is where the high-rank workers stay," "Alright. Are the guards still asleep?" He hummed. "Sleeping and dreaming," he replied. Aside from his invisibility, Riaz also can hypnotize people to sleep. One of the perks of being a witch-werewolf hybrid I guess. Once he stares into your eyes and his blue eyes glow, you'll be hypnotized into a deep sleep. You'll sleep for as long as he wanted. "Alright." I disconnected and went in the direction of the West wing. I walked like I owned the place, taking down whoever tried to stop me. I stopped when I saw a door with 'Gorya' written on it. Gorya is the name of the vampire who killed Moribus. I kicked the door and it went flying off the frame. I walked in majestically and found half-naked Gorya struggling to put on his pants.
Chapter Sixteen Alexa's Point Of View"Why do you keep staying up the tree everytime?" "I don't like playing on the ground." "Tch! Whenever we wanna play, you stay up there and I stay down here. It's no fun." I whined poutingly, glancing up at him to see if he was falling for my trick and he was. He looked guilty. I grinned inwardly as I intensified my puppy eyes. "Fine fine," I squealed and he laughed. "Just...move away from the foot of the tree. I'm gonna jump down," "Jump down? How is that..." Before I could complete my statement, he leapt down the tree and landed on his feet. My jaw fell ajar in shock. How is this possible? He dusted his shirt and stared at me. He was.... handsome. So handsome. Non of the pack kids are as handsome as he is. "H...how did you..." "Are you surprised that a werewolf can jump from such an height?" I shook my head. "A GROWN werewolf can but you're just fifteen!" He shrugged. "I trained harder," "Wow," I gawked. "Can you train me too?" He fu
Chapter SeventeenAlexa's Point Of ViewI thought he was just angry. I thought he would let me out when he cooled down but I was wrong. He was being serious. I've been locked up in this room for two days and nights. The only people entering this place are maids to prepare my bath and cooks to bring my food. Other than those set of people, no other person has visited me. Did he forbid them from coming? I sighed tiredly and rested my head on the window frame. My newly discovered hobby - staring out of the window in loneliness. Tch! That darn alpha. So heartless. Well, what do I expect from a vampire? I can't believe he locked me up here without visiting once! "What if alpha sees us?" "He can't. He's with Luna Mother," "You better not let Xena hear you call her that. She might skin you alive." "She knows she can't. Jeez, get hold of the cub!" Those whispers resemble Riaz and Ace's voices. My ears perked up when I heard Cyan's little howl. Oh! Thank goodness he's safe. The dangl
Chapter EighteenAkira's Point Of View"You know you can just go to her if you miss her that much," Mum's voice snapped me out of my trance. "How long have you been standing there?" I asked her and she came in fully. "Long enough to know that you've been pacing for about three minutes now. It's refreshing to see your worried face once in a while," I sighed deeply and she took a sit on one of the chairs. "You've had her locked in there for two days," "She deserves it. I clearly told her not to endanger herself," "She's not a pet, Akira. She's her own person," "Well, a person should know when to listen to instructions that are ensuring her safety," I argued. "You should understand her." "She doesn't understand me." She shook her head. "You're both too stubborn to listen to each other." I got up and walked to the door. "Understanding a woman doesn't require force or strictness, son. You should go see her. I'm sure she misses you too," she said before leaving. Miss me? Alexa?
Chapter NineteenAlexa's Point Of View"Why are you looking at me like that?" I asked Cyan, who has been staring at me since Akira left. I frowned. "You want me to go?" He barked delightfully and I laughed. "You don't even understand what's going on." He's most likely just reacting to the sound of my voice. "I'm not going," I said and he howled sadly. "Do you really understand me?" Nah, it's impossible. A normal wolf wouldn't be able to...wait! I carried him to face me. "Are you a werewolf?" I asked and he just barked. Oh shit! If he's really a werewolf then he should be shifting into his human body in a few days. I looked into his eyes but found no sign that he was a werewolf. "If you're not a werewolf, how do you understand me?" He wiggled out of my grip and landed on the floor. I watched as he got on the bed and began chewing on the blanket. "Stop that." I cautioned but he paid me no attention. Just as I was about to go to him, I heard the door open. I turned to the entranc
"All hail great Khan!" "All hail great Khan!" Riaz looked up at Ace who in turn squeezed his hand assuringly. Riaz let out a shaky breath and closed his eyes. I'll be fine. We'll be fine, he assured himself. He looked ahead and saw Akira and Alexa. Alexa smiled at him and he nodded. It's the Lantern Celebration today. All the people are present and surprisingly, the least expected person, Darco, is present. Who would have thought? Well, evil recognizes evil so it's no surprise they know each other. Khan came forward with a red unlit lantern in his hand. He raised his hand and everyone went silent. "It's so great to see all of you here again. Alive, and well." Cheers erupted in the crowd and Riaz rolled his eyes. "A lot has happened throughout the years, right?" "YES!!" "We all wouldn't be here tonight if it wasn't for the great and selfless sacrifices made by the heroic warriors in the past. We shouldn't let thier shedded blood go to waste." Every word Khan spoke made Riaz's
Riaz's Point Of View"So you mean our king is actually the villain?" Dandelion asked. "If your king, King Khan, is the same person Riaz's mum talked about then yes, he's the one." Akira said. "I can't believe this. He took the throne and spread lies about your family. Do you know what he calls you? White witches. He says you're evil and tried to take over the land forcefully." Clover said and I shook my head. "He's just the worst." Ace said. "We have to make him pay for what he did. He has been on the throne for decades now and everyone sees him as a good person." "That's the hardest part. Changing the view of the people. It would be hard to make them see how twisted he is since he's painted such pure picture for himself." Devan said and I nodded. "Then we'll just reveal it to everyone." Alexa said."But how?" "What do you mean how? With our mouths." Xena replied. "Ah!" Clover said in realization. "It's lantern celebration in two days time." I tilted my head. "Lantern what?"
Riaz's Point Of ViewMy heart thumped wildly against my chest as I felt his hands around my waist. I dug my fingers in his hair as I got on his lap subconsciously. His hands traveled up my back as he pushed his tongue in my mouth. My legs felt jello. He kissed me passionately and dominantly. I gasped when I felt his hand on my bare back. Our chest heaved heavily as we tried to catch our breaths. His hand was still trailing my back. I looked into his eyes and I felt shy. I hid my face in his shoulder and he chuckled. "Still shy, huh?" I can tell he's smirking teasingly. I hit his shoulder, "stop," "Stop," he mimicked and I twisted his ear. "Ow ow. Okay okay, I'm sorry." I let him go and raised my head. I couldn't meet his eyes. He held my face in place so our eyes could meet. "Riaz..." He called softly. "Hm?" "I have something..." "Are you guys done in there?" Dandelion questioned from outside. I turned to the door and sighed. I turned back to Ace and he smiled at me. "We sho
Riaz's Point Of ViewI held her hand tightly in fear of her disappearing again. "Mum..." I called and she smiled at me. Oh how much I've missed the warmth of her smile. "I've missed you." I said tearily and she held my face tenderly. "I'm here, my love. I'm here." I sniffled. "What happened? How come you're here?" She heaved a heavy sigh and looked ahead. "This was the only way I could survive, Riaz. My body is no more. Only my soul remains." "Is...is dad like this too?" Her hands shook at the mention of my dad. I tightened my grip assuringly and she threw her head back to stop her tears from falling. "He couldn't make it. He was killed. Before my eyes. He...he just..." I embraced her, consoling her as I fought back my tears. Crying would not calm her down. "It's okay, mum." "They killed everyone, Riaz. They killed mum, dad, your father and even my little flower. She didn't get to see the world because of those bloody creatures. I wish I could make every one of them feel the
Alexa's Point Of View"Shall we move now?" Akira asked and I nodded. I agreed to help Venusa on one condition. I would only let her take over my body when we finally meet. She has no chance to take over my body without my consent and she agreed. We can communicate telepathically so that helps whenever I have something to say to her or vice versa. Akira, Xena and I set out of find Riaz two days after I regained consciousness. "Do you know the way?" Akira asked and I shook my head. "Then how are we going to get there?" Xena asked. "Let me ask her." "How do we get there?" I asked Venusa. "You'll have to let me take over my body so I can teleport us there. Is that okay with you?" I turned to them. "She has to take us there herself." I said and Akira's grip on my hand tightened. He smiled at me and nodded. "Go ahead." I nodded and closed my eyes. In seconds, I felt my soul leave my body. I felt energy rush through me and I took control of my body again. I met Akira and Xena beside m
Ace's Point Of View"I saw my mother." He gasped sharply and I held him tighter. His eyes were beginning to glow glow again. "Riaz, Riaz!" I yelled out but he was long gone. The wind blew the tress strongly but this mystic tree remained still. I shook Riaz but he didn't respond. He was mumbling things that sounded like chants. His voice was like three people talking. I don't know how to snap him out of this. I looked around, trying to find something but I couldn't look past the wind. I did the one thing that came into my head. I leaned down and placed my lips on his. He let out a soft gasp as I claimed his lips as mine. I broke the kiss and looked at his face. "Ace..." I sighed on relief. "What...what did you -" He touched his lips and his eyes widened at me. "I had to. You were in a trance and I feared something bad would happen if I didn't snap you out of it." I told him and he batted his lashes. "Are you okay?" I asked him and he shook his head. "I feel weak." I nodded. "Y
Ace's Point Of View"I'm not going back Ace, and that is final!" I couldn't believe it. I took a step closer but he didn't step back. He was staring at me dead in the eyes, as if challenging me to say one more word. He was different. Yes, he was the same Riaz but there was something about him that seemed different. His hair was longer. Made me remember the first time I saw him. He had such long hair that I admired it every day back then. "Riaz, I..." "Is everything okay here?" Someone asked from the doorpost. I turned and saw him. What was his name again? "Devan," Riaz said and I hummed in realization. Yes, Devan. The one who saved Riaz. I should say thank you to him for taking care of Riaz for me. "We are okay." I said. "Oh...I just heard some noise so I thought -" Riaz shook his head. "We're really fine, Devan. Let's go. Weren't we planning to prepare breakfast?" Riaz walked up to him and linked his arm with his. Why would he link his arm with Devan's? What's going on here? D
Riaz's Point Of ViewI stood up, unable to believe what my eyes was seeing. "Riaz..." My heart skipped a beat. It was real. He was real. My feet moved on their own towards Ace. "What...are you doing here? How did you get here?" He held my hand and I tightened my grip around his. I ran away from him. Because of him, I left my family to this strange land to find myself. Throughout my stay here, I prayed I wouldn't run into him but seeing him standing here, my eyes just can't help but water. He might have rejected me. Hurt my feelings but he is a great part of my life. He was the first friend I made at the pack. The first person who smiled to me and showed me kindness. He took care of me and raised me to what I am today. Whenever I was sad, he was there. Whenever I was happy, he was there. When I threw tantrums and fits, he didn't grow tired of me. Rather, he was patient and embraced me rather than pushing me away. "Riaz, I..." I jumped on him and he caught me by my waist. I held
Riaz's Point Of View "Up! Up!" "Come on, Devan." I groaned in annoyance. I heard him chuckle and I covered my head with my blanket. I grinned when I couldn't hear his voice again. Is he gone? I was about drifting back to sleep when my blanket was pulled off my body."Stand up!" "Devan..." I whined and he laughed. He grabbed my wrist and pulled me up. He widened my eyes with his fingers and I swatted his hands away. "I'm tired." "What exactly did you do?" I rubbed my eyes to clear my vision. My eyes met with his smiling face and I huffed. He's annoying but stupidly handsome. "My head hurts." I said. My heart skipped a beat as he leaned in and placed his palm on my forehead. "You have a fever." He said and I bit my lip to stop myself from blushing. "I'll make you hangover soup." He said and I smiled. He ruffled my hair and walked to the door. "Clean up." I nodded and he left. I fell to my bed and hugged my pillow to myself, smiling sheepishly like a little kid. What will do I