"What does that even mean? It's a broken word" West said with furrowed brows and Lincoln just smirked "It's a vampire language so it's no wonder you can't understand it.""The owner of the necklace is a vampire....hmm" West narrowed her eyes at Lincoln "Are you perhaps the man from that night? don't even think of lying to my face"A flash of surprise passed by his eyes for a moment as he cleared his throat in unease.West hardened her eyes, and she was ready to punch him with the thought that if he was truly the one, then he deserved a good beating, the heck would he make her pass out after receiving her aid?"Lincoln?" Lincoln shifted a bit away from her as he scratched the back of his head "Umm so you were there!" He muttered to himself but West picked what he said."Of course, I was there! You seriously had some guts you know! Knocking me off when I've helped you!" West immediately berated him."I didn't know that!" Lincoln whispered."What a cheap lie! You didn't know that you kn
"I had expected you'd come back" Came the stoic voice of the man who was standing with his back to the window, he was standing close to the table near the antic mirror that was hung up on the wall.His figure stood there with both hands folded in his back. His back was straight but due to how advanced he was, he wasn't so dangerous as his aura had dissipated a lot.Lincoln smirked coldly as he walked away from the window that he had passed through into the room a few seconds ago.His expression was dark as his jet-black hair was blown to the back, and his white sleeve was glued to his body, he snarled as he walked into the room."Good luck with that" His speech was laced with sarcasm as he stood a few inches away from Conan Harvey who turned to look at him, his wrinkled face that held the weak yet firm eyes."What have you come to seek this time?" He asked calmly but his eyes were vigilant as he watched Lincoln's every movement.Lincoln directly walked towards the white couch at the
Howls ...Bushes moving apart...Screeching Cries of a baby...A weak figure ran along the woods, tired and thirsty, body was about to pass out but still kept on moving...Running for dear life...Being chased after, she clutched her cold baby to herself as her legs moved in fast motion. It was a chilly night.Silver-headed as her hair fell to her waistline, her brows were locked together in a deep frown as she bit her lower lip indigenously while she ran along the woods.She was feeling helpless as she managed to drag her legs along with her, the crying from her infant child made her feel beside herself.The young infant was wrapped in a black cloak, round eyes that were Crystal clear and large, it was a young infant who kept crying nonstop."Sorry baby" The woman tried to pat the baby so as not to cry but her voice was a bit too hard and not so caring.She wanted to save the child with all she's got, as if her life depended on it but from the look in her eyes, she also despised the
"It was all a dream, don't mind it" a voice rang out in the room.West snapped her head towards where the voice came from, there he was...Lincoln was sitting on the couch with a book in his hand, and a mug on the table close by."You-how'd you know?-what does it mean?" West was perplexed, she was staring at Lincoln with a confused gaze, looking for answers, searching for answers in his eyes.Lincoln closed the book calmly while looking at her "I do not know what you dreamt about and what it means but I just wanted to comfort you that it's all a dream" He let out his mouth with a grin on his face before he got up from the chair "No work today?"West didn't reply so quickly as she was still so caught up with the dream "It was a bit more complete than the previous one "She whispered to herself as she sat on the bed with the duvets around her body.Something flashed in Lincoln's gaze but he nevertheless smirked at her "Just get your mind off it, quickly prepare for work, we are leaving
"I can't believe she was that dumb, she was acting all cool before then" A man scoffed in the room.His shoulders shook "Thankfully I had Maria with me already before The whole shit took place " Caine grinned "I know Lincoln to be some lunatic but he seems to beat my imagination day by day" Fane who was standing close to the window that was half closed and half opened, scoffed "I don't think he'll be any better"Andres smirked "It might be a good thing that he's returning soon...""Not just him though, I think his foes would love to see him too....especially Andres " Caine smirked coldly."We all will get to bite from his flesh soon" Andres laughed "To think that he was so prideful after slacking off for years and now he's got the guts to make a name for himself ""What's your stress exactly? That he became the most popular male in the country or something else...."Andres's eyes glinted "We have a long-time dispute we are yet to settle goals for "Caine scoffed "And do you think yo
"This is....absurd Nek" Lincoln turned to Nektarios and Nek immediately signaled for him to bring down his tone.Lincoln turn to look at the other lady who was frowning so deeply as if she stepped on shit."If you doubt me then leave immediately" she groaned and Lincoln raised a brow at her before looking at Nektarios.The older lady stood up "I'll go over there to pick some stuff, I'll be back" She slowly walked out of the wooden and tattered house.Nektarios cleared his throat pushed himself towards Lincoln and said " Lincoln I see no reason why you should doubt the older lady, she is known for medicines and has a great knowledge about misery and how to unravel them" "Reputation you say?" Lincoln asked."Yes"Lincoln scoffed "We all know that vampires are capable of creating a well-befitting reputation for themselves while manipulating others' minds and emotions to achieve their aim""Do you mean she manipulated everyone including me?" Nektarios creased his brows in displeasure."I
"How was work?" West smiled as she approached Lincoln who was ascending the stairs and walking towards her.Lincoln grinned as he dragged on his tie, he didn't fail to envelop her in his arms "How have you been Wifey? Missed me?" He asked as he snaked his hands around her slender waist.West blushed "Well I think a bit" Lincoln bent to kiss her on the lips which she reciprocated, she placed a hand on his jaw and kissed him hard."Woah Woah, too fierce Wifey" Lincoln grinned as he immediately carried her in his arms while she wrapped her arms around his neck while he carried her towards his room."Aren't you tired? Just drop me already Lin" West giggled as she stared at his fine face that was so close to hers.Lincoln used his leg to push his door and West felt the cold air passing through her back and she stiffened a bit while slowly inclining her head to the back.Lincoln stood close to the door without getting in and just allowed West to stare.West widened her eyes when seeing Lin
"West..." Lincoln whispered."It was supposed to be a process, this is just day one and you win me over? That's kinda absurd" West used the back of her palm to clean her tears.Lincoln smiled "Sorry I was impatient, but don't worry, I'm sure you'd love the dating process more than the wooing process" West smiled and Lincoln wrapped his arms around her tiny waist and West wrapped her arms around his neck."I think I love you, Lin." Shock was evident on Lincoln's face as he stared with wide eyes before a sweet smile crawled up to his lips and he didn't know when he jerked her off the ground and twirled her around the room while she giggled in bliss."That's enough Lin," West said in between giggles and chuckles."I love-love you West Harvey, Wifey." Lincoln did a combination and West just rolled her eyes before taking the initiative to kiss him.Lincoln immediately summited to her as he let her take control over his lips and mind.He immersed himself in the warm kiss as her soft lips
"Let the heavens and the earth bear us witness. The heavens as executors, the earth as eye witness to this peace treaty between Vampires and Witches" King Cassian shouted, addressing the crowds, the king was standing in front of the hall's balcony, the crowds were massive, all from every part of Hagrid, in the middle of the crowds was a space that maintained the barrier, vampires at the right-hand side while the captured witches were on the left-hand side.The witches were not as many as the number of vampires there, but they were many.They were told about this treaty, the oldest wizard there, the father of Miguel Cervenka led the witches, and Miguel was amongst the crowd of captured witches and wizards.Some were not in support of this peace treaty but they had no choice but to swear the oath of allegiance after Cervenka,Miguel's father, summoned their goddess and The Vampires prayed to the heavens and their past kings."This peace treaty shall be passed down from our generation to
"Do not spite my dead son, I won't accept that!" Hugo growled."How did you think your son died?? he was working for a witch, I was there to witness it and Kyle and Mateo were also there" Rhysand rolled his eyes "That is to show that some vampires who think have egos are sort of worthless without pride....but that's not what I am here for" Hugo staggered backward while the king gazed at him with a piercing look "What do you suggest we do Rhysand""Let's form a long-lasting treaty that will bond the two sides so they can never break the agreement "Lord Drogo cleared his throat "How are we sure this will work? We can't control them with just written words on a scroll that can get torn over time"Viscount Magnus Lestat twitched his mouth a bit "That's why he suggested a huge wall that can stand as significant agreements between the worlds and also an oath of allegiance""I think it's a good idea then" Lord Drogo acknowledged.Some also whispered amongst themselves in agreement on the m
Walking into the hall of King Cassian Von Vendela, Rhysand and Mateo entered to see the lords gathered there.King Cassian frowned "Rhysand why did you hold this meeting and come late?" He asked.Rhysand had called for this meeting a while ago when he got to the palace and now it was commencing."My lord" he acknowledged, not bowing as he walked straight to the front of the king.Lord Drogo was seated in the very first seat close to the King's throat, lord Armand,lord Molocbai, Viscount Magnus Lestat, Lord Vittorio, and Emiel Velkan were there with so many other lords.They were all wearing blue robes with golden embodiments on them, their hair was long and close to their waistline, and they backed it in a bun.Rhysand's gaze wept to Prince Ollivander who was sitting on the right-hand's throne close to the king. Sensing his gaze on him, Prince Ollivander adjusted nervously on his seat while averting his gaze elsewhere.Prince Thibor was sitting amongst the lords, sitting close to the
"Am I the only one who heard that??" Rhysand asked ridiculously and Mateo and Kyle walked over to the bed "That sound came from her""Call the Physician Kyle" Rhysand bubbled in delight.Soon the Physician Was checking Amren, she placed a hand on her neck, and her face remained bland as she concentrated on her diagnosis.Rhysand and Mateo including Kyle couldn't seat still, Rhysand had both hands folded on his chest, his eyes remained on the physician, waiting for him to make the news.Rhysand felt his hands were covered in sweat as he sat there nervously, after a while, the physician turn to look at them."Well...Prince Rhysand""I'd appreciate it if you go straight to the point" Rhysand cut through as he asked, his eyes resting on Amren's body."Yes, Was it just us or...did it happen? we heard that sound from her " Kyle backed up Rhysand's words.Mateo remained quiet as he just waited for what was to come.The room had its tension as the air hung up, It was as if it was closing in o
"I was thinking of letting the king know of Rhysand's passing, it's been five days now" Kyle suggested as they both walked into the house.The living room was quite as usual as they made their way to the small stair and ascended it,"Just keep mute Kyle" Mateo groaned out in displeasure, his face was stoic as he knocked on the door but didn't hear a sound.Kyle was standing behind him with a pouty face "Let's just go in, maybe she's probably sleeping" Kyle concurred."What if she's dressing up?" "She would have answered" Kyle argued back."I do not have the time to bicker or banter words with you" Mateo interjected but Kyle had already held the doorknob and pushed the door open.The smell of smoke first hit their nose before their eyes scanned the room.Such enough, Rhysand was still in the bed but Amren was nowhere in sight.Their eyes scanned the room as they made their way into the room, Mateo laid his eyes on the table and they quickly walked over to see the items on it, Kyle mad
"Prince Rhysand hasn't returned to the palace for days now" King Cassian Asked Hugo who nodded."Did he perhaps find out that you know he did that?" The king inquired."I sent the body to the old Physician my lord," Hugo said quietly, his both hands folded "She did a test on his body and found that he was indeed killed not by vampire claws but by a witch"King Cassian frowned "you mean, Rhysand didn't kill Caine? But a witch?" Hugo sighed "I do not know how this whole thing came about, Rhysand has always hated Caine to the core and that's the very reason he had Caine banned from the human world and sentenced to Crege where Caine saw death face to face " King Cassian relaxed his back on the chair "I know Rhysand isn't that stupid to do that to you or Caine, he can get Caine punished not killed" "My lord, then who is this witch?" Hugo asked."Feyre?" The king asked instead and Hugo shook his head "We have destroyed the whole clan of witches and their community ""Then we have no othe
Just like that, Amren was living in the house Rhysand had kept her, his body laid on his bed as they used incense to keep his body warm.It has been two days and he's still not responding or making an attempt to wake and the hopes within Amren crumbled even more.The doctor has confirmed that he was dead as he was stabbed by that witch's sword that contains deadly magic and poisons.But somewhere within couldn't settle for that, she had always seen him as a strong man that couldn't fall, he was untouchable and strong.He couldn't die.Amren wept close to his body "Rhy....please wake up and I promise you won't be hurt for a second time, I know how to use my magic now and I'll protect you, your mom is no more so she can't hurt you, I failed you.... I failed to keep you safe but rather brought you closer to your death, I'm sorry" Her eyes were red and swollen.Soon, Mateo and Kyle came in, they both looked thinner just like Amren who hadn't been able to eat anything for days as she kept
All strength in her faded off, her soul lost its very essence, Amren's heart clenched on her chest, her blurred eyes looking at the lifeless man in her arms.Words couldn't form in her throat, the pain numbed her that she had no actions left to perform, no words to speak out, and all her brain cells were too short to process a thing.The pain made her lips quiver, her hands grow cold, and Amren felt like a lost thing.The whole room bore tension and Amren felt the cave was closing in on her, her face twisted in pain before she burst out.All the pain she had been holding in until now, she let them out as her ear-piercing cry ran out of her throat, hoping for the cry to lessen the pain she was feeling in her heart.For it to reduce the weight of hate in her heart, and for it to cleanse the memories of how Rhysand died in front of her."Argh" Mateo and Kyle couldn't retract their gazes, their eyes numb as they turned red."Is that Brother Rhysand?? Mateo, this can't be true right? It's
"Have you discovered Rhysand's whereabouts?" Hugo asked the guard before him but he shook his head "Not yet."Hugo balled his fists "Keep searching and be more proficient ""Yes sir" he bowed before leaving to find Rhysand's whereabouts.Hugo's eyes narrowed to the far distance "I'll get you Rhysand " ••••Meanwhile, inside the cave, The once quiet place was now filled with tension, They had initially thought it was just Feyre but it turned out several witches were also there with her.Rhysand killed two of the witches with his bare hands but the others kept using their magics to outrun them.Amren Watched on with dread, her eyes following Rhysand's every move, alerting him when a witch was close to striking him, her heart drumming heavily in her rib cage, hoping he would come out unscathed.Feyre was rather aggressive, she had injured Rhysand a few times with the multiple blades sent his way, she summoned blades at him, and they pierced his chest, cutting him roughly but the part