Leah fainted due to the poison from the dart at least, that was my initial assessment until alpha Ammon confirmed it. She was brought inside the cottage and made to lay on the bed in the alpha's room, where I had slept the previous night. We were all seated around Leah as if we were her family members. I have never felt free among the wolves before like, I did that afternoon. Derek was my problem but now, he is gone and the alpha has started showing me the soft part of him. Eric was not too cold at me too. Among the three wolves, I can say that he is the friendliest."What are we going to now? Is she going to die?" I was becoming worried because, Leah has been sleeping for three hours now, and there was no good sign she will wake up anytime sooner."She will be fine. The poison may take days before it can be cleared off her body system," replied the alpha. Derek who was standing close to me had a better idea. He was the only one standing in the room. I sat closer to Leah on the bed.
I smiled at her. "I see no big deal in your question, so I will have to answer you," I told her."The answer please?" She demanded."You passed out Leah. We have to take you in here and attend to you. Now, the herbal drink you just finished taking is an antidote to the poison. Remember the dart? It contained a poisonous substance and that's what had gotten you weak. But don't worry, the drink you have taken will fix the problem in no distant time," Eric adjusted the blanket that was covering her body."You heard the man," I added.The alpha leaned closer to her bedside and reached for her right hand. "I'm sorry Leah about the way we treated you. I hope you can find a place in your heart and forgive me," he pointed at Eric, "likewise Eric.""Yes Leah, we are sorry for all your loss and we will help you to take vengeance on Revolutionists, as you had requested. But now Leah, we need you to help us," said Eric."You are our only hope now. Without your help, our quest to find the magic bo
Ammon looked exhausted nevertheless, he had no choice but to explain to the inquisitive witch. I'm sure he knows it was the right thing to do. If he must get all the help he wants from Leah then, he must be willing to open up and cooperate with her."It all started when my half-wolf brother conspired against me with some wolves. I was defeated. I'm ashamed to admit defeat but that was what happened," he bent down as he speaks. "I was banned from our pack and sent into exile."Startled, Leah responded. "This doesn't make any sense. I'm still trying to figure out what you have narrated has got to do with the magic book you seek?""Yes, it may not be connected to the magic book from the little explanation I have made so far but trust me, it does. Maybe you should listen to the full story as it happened." "You may proceed," Leah gave her the order to continue. "Yes, Leah a witch named Magaritha, I'm sure you have heard that name before, Helped him to fight against me with her powerful m
Hours have passed now, and we have long had our supper. Leah's health has improved significantly so far. The herbal mixture did the work of an antidote on her. For the first time, I was beginning to have so much freedom that, I could go outside all on my own, and that was what I did. I have been sitting alone at one of the benches built by the alpha. I stared at the moon and imagined all kinds of myths and folklore tales I have heard about the heavenly body. The moon has been said to play an important role in the world of magic and sorcery. Just like some werewolves needed the moonlight to activate the Lycan powers, so do some witches with advanced knowledge who needed the lunar light to activate some rare magic spells. I'm an amateur witch therefore, the prospect of digging to know exactly what kind of powers that can be tapped from the moon is out of the agenda. I kept gazing at the moon as well as enjoying my thought, when all of a sudden, I felt a hand patched at my back. It was
'Okay first, he placed his hand on my shoulders, my upper arms, and fingers, now that we have fallen into a moment of silence, what's next?' I reasoned."So tell me Loius, what was life like before the Revolutionists invaded the castle where did you and your kind live?" His hands began to move again. This time, his left hand touch the side of the rib down to my abdomen. Just what he wanted was something I can not figure out."Life was good, enjoyable and sweet," I replied to him with sweet words to describe how was before disaster struck. "Although I missed the-mother-figure in my life, lady Gia did her best to make me feel less ungrateful in life. She treated me like she was my mother. Not just me but, other orphaned witches who were brought to the castle felt the same way under her. She was all we had. She was the pride of the witches. All witches who were previously maltreated, or sent away by my wicked Aunt Magaritha, were all welcomed by lady Gia. I believe that was what made Mag
The alpha cackled for some seconds. "I thought you have to figure out how they were able to do that?""Don't be ridiculous, how am I going to do that? Come on!" I almost laughed aloud."Hey, you are a witch. Must I do all the digging for you all the time? Can't you use your magical powers to foretell the future?" He teased me but, I didn't take it lightly. Was he making fun of me because I'm falling short of exploiting my abilities as a witch?"You know what?" My voice sounded mean. At the same time, I moved my head away from his chest in protest of his annoying jokes."What?" He fixed his eyes on me. Perhaps, he is wondering if he had made me angry with his little-annoying joke."Just forget about sir! Keep your secrets to yourself, if you don't want to share them with me," I turned my face away from him and stared to my left indefinitely. In that way, I avoided any further eye contact with him. To make the situation more intense, I folded my arms like a housewife trying to take a st
I was stunned for some seconds as the unimaginable was unfolding. I pulled out my mouth reluctantly although, it felt good. "What is this all about?" I shouted.He returned his hands to my shoulders, his eyes dilated. He was acting so gentle at the moment. His behaviour at the moment further increased my desire to have him back in the compromised position. However, I held back."Loius," he called and was about to continue as I looked at him but, that never happened. He never completed his sentence as Leah emerged from the cottage. I was pretty sure she caught us in a questionable position. "Clara," Leah called and began walking towards where were seated by then, the alpha had withdrawn his hands. There was relatively no body contact between us again. "Oh, there you are!" She sat beside me, by the left, while the alpha sat beside me, by the right. "What are you two doing out here by this time? Don't tell me you want to be an active witch again?" She teased."Hi Leah, how are you feeli
Soon, it became clear to us that the shadow we saw was no other but Eric's. He had suddenly woken up. Perhaps, he heard our voices and decided to join in the party. "Hey guys," Eric began. "I thought you ought to be asleep but no, you are all here having a good time." He stared at the moon. Perhaps, just like us, he had noticed how irresistible it was to watch the moon that night. "Would you three mind if I join you?""Sure you can," I adjusted and so did Leah Ammon. Eric was able to find a spot and sat with us. "What a night!" He said. "Ammon, do you remember the night we were attacked by the witch Magaritha, Milan and those sell-out wolves?""Yes, what about?" The alpha asked with a low voice. Maybe, he had remembered how relinquished power that night."Can you remember one special thing which happened that night?" Eric sounded excited as he asked."There was nothing special about that night Eric. For as long as I could remember, it was the ugliest night in my life." The alpha se
"Sandra, this is Louis, my half-sister and the one you have spoken of," began Steve. "And Miss beautiful, (as he was fond of calling me) this is my friend Sandra. I just met and I'm begging her to go on a date with me," he said."Oh, that's great...what's keeping the two of you then, from going out to have some fun?" I smiled at Sandra as I spoke."We are from different worlds mistress, I can't go out with him," said Sandra.I was surprised that Sandra addressed me as a mistress. I never liked that title, I always wanted to be addressed as Louis. And I'm always satisfied by hearing people address me by my simple name. That was what I had to tell Sandra."You can call me by my name," I smiled at her because Sandra appeared to be confused. "Don't worry Sandra, I said it, go ahead and call me by my name. I have nothing against you.""Alright ma'am!" she said. She quickly remembered that I told her to always call me by my name and not a mistress or any other bossy name.... names that will
"I'm....my name is Steve," he began."Oh, I see... who doesn't know Steve? I do... you the commander of the king's army!" replied the Witch."Yes, that's right...may I know your name?""I'm Sandra!" she glanced at him and smiled. Next, she held on to the handle of the mob stick. She resumed mobbing the floor."Wow! Sandra is such a beautiful name... How long have you been here?" Steve asked.Sandra appeared to be surprised by his odd question."How long I have been? Is that what you are asking me?""Yes," he affirmed. "Oh, come on.... not long ago...I thought you were at the banquet when the king permitted my mistress to inhabit the castle!"Steve grabbed hold of his hair as if he has been disoriented and was trying to put himself in order again."Pardon my negligence..." he smiled at her and continued, "I was wondering if you could make out some time for me, I would like to know you more!"I knew what was coming next. I just hope, my stepbrother Steve will have the gut to let his emo
Alpha Ammon tabbed Steve on the shoulder. "Give it some thought, it's not bad if you do so but don't do it for a long time. I know you will be fine in no distant time, kid! Don't think too much!" he tabbed Steve on the shoulder again before walking out on us just like, Eric did.The Alpha and Eric did not leave because they were heartless and insensible to the plight that their ally was in. I. believed they left because they wanted to give Steve some time to think and put himself back in order. That was how I understood it.Vera was the next in line to leave. "I think I will have to wait at the other side while you put yourself together," said Vera. She walked out too.I never took my eyes off her until she was gone and out of sight.I turned to Steve. "I think it's time you put yourself in order. Remember you are a man and not a woman!""Yeah, I know!" he nodded yes to what I said. "You know how I feel, don't you?""I do! I feel your pain....it has never been easy for me just as it
Vera turned to me and said apologized. "I'm sorry for doubting you. I was wrong the whole time I thought you were lying."I was not interested in her apologies rather I was more interested to know why lady Gia's spirit has decided to suddenly visit me without warning."Do you know why she decided to show up here?""No, but, I guess you are the one who summoned your Spirit."" What the hell are you talking about? When did I do that?" I asked"I guess the letter we read had something to with her.... maybe it was that summoned her here. Moreover, we are in her castle. What do you expect from a restless soul?""I believe you," I told her. "Maybe, I should summon her again!""No, I will not support you on that...you know it's a very bad idea. Her soul needs to rest. Let her be...let her rest in peace."I abandoned the idea to summon Gia's spirit even though I couldn't stop getting enough from her. I felt like having her all day long talking to me. I know deep down that it was not possible.
I listened as she began reading the letter to me."Dear Louis, I know that someday you will find this letter. This is the least I could do to let you know that I have always loved you from the bottom of my heart. You caught my heart when I held your tender hhand'ssandlegs in my arms. You were just an infant who I could not abandon or allow Margarita to kill. That was why I escaped to Muldoch and found a new home--this castle. I have always wanted the best for you but am afraid, I may not be here for you any more. I want you to know that it was never my intention to abandon you but, I will have to. I have no other choice. You will take it from here my dear.I believe you will survive in any condition you find yourselfrselfin. I wish you the best of luck in all you are doing. Always remember your past. Let it always be the basis for your existence... always remember who you are.You are my child although you are not my biological daughter, I consider you one. The love I have for you eq
Later on the next night, I and Ammon, my Lycan mate went to the castle which was to be inhabited by Vera and her Witches. On the balcony, we sat and enjoyed some sweet discussions.Because the Alpha was a funny type, I would laugh any time he comes up with any of his funny jokes. However, he took me by surprise when he knelt on the ground, right in front of me and began to apologise. Why was he apologizing?"Louis, I'm sorry for all that has happened between us. You are the best mate any Lycan out there could get. I'm sorry for putting you through enormous pain. I shouldn't have abused you through those dark times of my life but, I did. I'm sorry, Louis, I want you to forgive me for that's all I ask from you!" he bent his head and never wanted to look at me.I lifted his face slowly to look at him but to my greatest surprise, he was shedding tears. His tears compelled me to cry. I was moved by tears since I can not stand the scene of watching people cry especially, my loved ones."I f
The King glanced at Vera for a few minutes and said, "I know her... she approached me not long and asked for permission to have the castle!" The king looked specifically at Vera and asked. "Is this all you could do?" "No, your majesty!" replied Vera, "I know you think of me as a bad person... I know you think I have bad intentions but I don't. All I want from you is to have access to the castle and keep the memory of lady Gia alive."The king was still in doubt about Vera's honesty. He turned to look at me. "Are you sure about this, Louis? Are you sure you are making the right decision now? There is no going back on my word?""Yes, your majesty. Grant her permission to have the castle in my name." I paused for a moment and glared at Vera."You see, your majesty," I continued, "I owe my life to this woman. When margarita killed my mother, she was among those Witches that took care of me and ensured that I was safe all the time. If you let her have the castle, it's the same thing as ha
Just when we are not expecting him to speak, Steve stood to his feet and began talking."Your majesty, that was an incredible opening and sure that my fellow guests agree with that. Thank you very much for your benevolence but I must ask a favour from you." "Oh, I see...a favour?" said the king."Yes, my king. I need a favour from you...it's a favour which I'm very convinced that you can grant if it pleases your majesty."The King seemed to be impatient as he quickly ask Steve to go ahead and make his formal request."Yes, go ahead and make your request!""Thank you, your majesty," Steve thanked before proceeding with his request. "If it pleases your majesty, may he grant me the ownership of the quarter at the side of the city?""Oh, I see...that's a tough one!" began the king. "That's tough...I thought you said it was gonna be an easy request." The King sighed as if he was easing himself from discomfort. "Anyway, Steve, I have great trust in you. If you don't mind, can you tell me wh
For the next few minutes, Vera remained silent. Perhaps, she has suddenly run out of words... I really can't tell. Or Maybe, she was still thinking about the right answer to present to me concerning my humble request."You are not talking, Vera!... You are not saying anything... Why did you suddenly become quiet?"I asked while expecting her to reply to me immediately. She never did. Vera began walking away from me. I did not try to stop her. I let her do what was on her mind at that moment. At first, I thought she was going to walk out on me. I was wrong, she never did. Instead, she walked only a few meters and stopped.... about four meters so to say.She was still turning her back on me. I guess she was going to say something after pausing her movement abruptly."I'm sorry to disappoint you again, but I can't go with you to the banquet at the king's palace."I countered immediately. "And why will you say that?.... I ask you again, what's the problem?""I can not go to the palace of a