"You can just leave me here, Ethan," Luciana said, her voice barely above a whisper. "The man was right, I might only slow you down." "I can't leave you getting killed in their hands, Luciana." I insisted. "We must see this kingdom to get changed about us, remember?" Luciana managed to break a smile at me. "I believe in you, Ethan. But I think you can achieve it with or without me. So, please, save yourself first. Find your brother." She tried to remove my hands away from her but my grip was stronger than she could imagine. I still have a few questions for her that need to be addressed. But in order to make that happen, I have to save her as well. I still want to meet her my brother. And I know it will happen in a matter of time. The man leaves with no choice but to lead us the way. We navigated the treacherous surroundings, our energy levels rapidly dwindling. My muscles screamed in protest, and my own movements became sluggish. However, determination pu
Hunter Grey's smile widened, revealing a hint of mischief. "Ah, you mean the woman with you? She did not leave. Kenneth and she went somewhere to check if your brother is in our world. She considered it an emergency." Relief instantly washed over me, mingling with a tinge of disappointment at missing the chance to join them on the mission. "An emergency?" I clarified, my mind racing to fill in the blanks. What angered me the most was that they did not even wake me up since their mission is about my brother. How are they supposed to recognize my brother when none of them saw his face yet? Hunter nodded solemnly, his eyes glancing down for a moment before meeting mine again. "Yes, unfortunately. But rest assured, they will be back as soon as they can." His voice was filled with reassurance, dispelling any lingering traces of worry. Though my heart was still heavy, Hunter's presence brought a sense of calm and tranquility. His reassuring smile offered a silent promise
"It has something to do with the prophecy, Ethan," Hunter replied. "I thought you already read everything in the book." Traces of disappointment and regret were written all over Hunter's face while looking at me. He entrusted me with the last book yet because of my disappointments and regrets, I turned it into ashes. However, he told me himself that the last pages have something to do with the past and the prophecy. The last three pages were removed from the book without us knowing. "But, if you mentioned earlier that the last three pages were gone." he continued. I nodded. "Then who took them?" this time, Hunter furrowed shortly. "And if they took Penelope..." "It means that the witches don't have them," I replied. "That makes sense, They took Penelope, believing we have the missing pages." "Yes and no," Hunter said back. "What do you mean?" I furrowed. "You and Penelope played a crucial part in the prophecy, Ethan. Without the other one, the prophecy
"Yes," Hunter replied with conviction. "I am going to risk my life for that one person. Because our future depends on that one person that we are about to save." The tension in the open field was palpable as Hunter and I stood before the gathered villagers, desperation etched on our faces. The atmosphere was heavy with skepticism, doubt, and fear. We had one chance to convince them to help save my brother from a certain cruel execution in the king's ruthless kingdom. Hunter cleared his throat, his deep voice cutting through the silence. "People of this village," he continued, his words steady and determined. "We stand here today with a plea for your assistance, for the life of someone dear to us." Whispers circulated through the crowd, eyebrows raised and curious. The villagers knew of my brother's upcoming execution, their murmurs a testament to the gravity of the situation. Hunter continued, this time, his words resonating with the common folk, "We cannot l
The kingdom was a sight to behold. As I made my way through its winding streets, the layout was reminiscent of a grand chessboard. Immaculately paved roads branched out in all directions, leading to various parts of the kingdom. Lush gardens adorned the pathways, bursting with vibrant flowers in every color imaginable. Statues and fountains graced every corner, depicting historical figures and mythical creatures, bringing life to the kingdom's rich heritage. The main house stood at the heart of the kingdom, an impressive structure that exuded elegance and power. Its towering turrets reached towards the heavens, and its stained glass windows caught the light in a dazzling display of colors. Guarded by tall, imposing gates, the main house seemed impenetrable, a symbol of the monarchy's authority. As I hurried through the grand entrance, I found myself inside a vast atrium. Marble pillars lined the walls, lending an air of grandeur, while chandeliers hung from the c
In the middle of running away from the kingdom, I accidentally bumped into an old man which resulted in both of us stumbling to the ground. The wooden large basket he carry on his head also fell into the ground. Pieces of apples, tangerines, and mangoes were scattered all over the place. "I'm so sorry," I uttered while helping the old man pick the fruits and put them back into the basket. "No, it's all right, young man." humbly says the old man. "It's also my fault. I wasn't watching ahead of me. I'm so sorry." Right after putting the fruits back into the basket, I approached the old man cautiously, aware of the worry etched on his weathered face. The wrinkles deepened as he studied me, suspicion lingering in his gaze. I could feel his apprehension, mirroring my own unease. Underneath the weight of our shared concerns, I mustered the courage to break the silence. "Excuse me, sir. I'm lost and in need of some guidance," I said softly, trying to hide the an
"They're here, Ethan!" Hunter uttered. Despite him having the hard to breathe because of the deep wounds all over his face, he still manage to crack his lips and turned them into a smile. "You mean, the villagers?" I asked back, my voice barely above a whisper. Similar to Hunter Grey, I could barely move my arms and legs at the moment. We got beaten up a few times. Stumbled to the ground just to dodge their weapons being struck on us. To our immense surprise, some of the king's men plummeted to the ground, cries of pain and surprise cutting through the chaos. Right after that, the ground shook beneath our feet as if an earthquake was rumbling through the battlefield. Yet, it was no earthquake that shook the ground—it was the courage and determination of the villagers, Hunter's loyal friends. In a stunning display of unity and bravery, the villagers rallied to our aid. They charged forth, armed with whatever makeshift weapons they could find, their eyes filled
He even preceded me to ask the question. Even though we are still in the middle of a crisis against the king and his men, it was undeniable that Aiden got excited as though nothing happened between us in their time. My wolf still has tons of questions for him but his overflowing excitement also brought me faith and hope. So instead of bombarding him, I shrugged off and walked side by side toward our horses. As soon as the four of us are settled on our respective horses, Luciana and Hunter led us the way to our uncertain journey toward the future - the only place we call home. The horses' hooves clattered against the ground as we began our journey, leaving behind the comfort of familiarity. We traversed mountains, rivers, and forests, the changing scenery a testament to the vastness of the world. The wind tousled our hair, and the scent of wildflowers mingled with the earthy aroma of the forests. Days turned into nights, and yet we remained committed to our quest.