It was a hard decision for me to take but, I had to let him that all I'm doing was for his good. "No, no one is coming with me. This is a solitary mission, none of you is needed to avoid a complicated situation." I told them hoping they would heed my words. They did heed my words and stayed back but, not without the Alpha requesting a favour. "Wait, Louis!" I stopped to see what he was up to. He turned to face Eric. "Hand me over the sword in your sheath," he requested from Eric. As strange as it sounds, I wondered what he intends to do with the sword Eric has just given him. Ammon turned again in my direction and said; "stay right there Louis, I have something for you. Something I believe you would need."With an inquisitive voice, I asked; "what could that be Sir?""Wait, while I come closer to you. You will find out I promise." I watched as he hurriedly walked up to me. He grabbed my right hand and placed the sword he had collected from Eric, in my hand. He squeezed my hand agains
"No, I'm not a bad person, if I was, you would have known by now," I tried to defend myself. "Interesting, if you are then, why are you out here all alone?" The tall man countered."Are you calling me a liar?" I asked him with a calm voice even though, I was under immense pressure."Yes, you are a liar! Why should we believe me when your story tonight is as dummy as you." His voice became even harsher. I bent my head as if I have been hurt by his words. I pretended to be crying as my fake sobs were echoing through the darkness. The short man couldn't stand the sight of seeing me getting hurt. He quickly placed one of his hands on my shoulders as he came closer to me. "I believe you Loius. I will allow you into the city tonight but, be rest assured that if you were to be caught outside again at this late hour, I will have no choice but, to do the right thing. I'm only letting you go because of your old man which you have spoken of. Go in now and take nurse him back to life."The joy
My heart pounded in panic as one of the guards spoke. I thought I had crossed the last obstacle, how wrong was I! Only at the end of my mission, I could dream about it. The thought of the Alpha came like a flash, amid my plight. I remember the words he told me and how I did respond. I wished I had heeded his voice, I guess it was too late. "Woman, who are you are again?" Asked the first who seemed a bit concerned."My name is Lydia and I'm a resident of this town. I'm not a stranger and neither, am I a traitor to your cause," I mellowed my voice while speaking like a maltreated orphan. Perhaps, that's the only way I could draw some pity from them."That's good! But, you know the rules of this town? No one is allowed into the city once it's midnight, why then did you disobey? I bet you know why we are doing this. Well, let me spell it for you again if you don't mind.""Believe me, I left the town but, not on my accord. My master is sick. His sickness entails I go out from the town to
For a moment, I felt bad. I had just remembered that there was no way I could get out of Muldoch that night again. However, Steve got out therefore, how did he do it? That was the question I kept asking myself for about three minutes before, I concluded myself. My conclusion was a simple one, I can't get out of the city, not tonight again! There was only one option; to hide and wait till morning, when people begin to go about their activities then, I will sneak out of the Town like nothing happened the previous night.I found a hidden corner in the basement and laid down my laid down to sleep. However, my sleep was short-lived. The thought of the Alpha, Eric and Steve was the mainstay in my mind. I simply couldn't get them out of my mind. It was a sleepless night indeed! I wondered about the opinion they might have formed about the reason behind my long stay.I slept for a very short time at least barely an hour. The cockcrows were what alerted me. When I awoke, the sun was just begin
I needed not to be told that there was trouble in paradise. Just what he was up to, I had no idea. Suddenly, he grabbed my hands and swayed me slightly across the road. "I believe, that road leads to your house? Go away and don't torment me with your unkind words," he began walking back to his cart after he was through with his speech.'What a relief!' I told myself. I had thought mine was over perhaps, he was going to skin me alive. Upon discovering he was not going to harm me, I hit him hard with another line of my sentence. "Look who is talking, I should be the one to tell you that, stop tormenting my life. I never said anything against you ever since our paths crossed. Maybe, you should do a thorough check to see for yourself?"He had walked more than half to his cart when he heard my words. He turned around to take yet another look at me. It was a brief one. Without wasting time, he moved into his cart again and tried to make his horses move nevertheless, the two animals remaine
I watched as he slowed down until he stopped right in front of me. I did not allow him to speak first, I acted quickly should there be any problem. "What now?" I asked.For the first time in a long time, he smiled. "Relax young lady I don't mean to harm you even though, I have caught you red-handed feeding my loaves of bread to this stupid dog." As if the dog had heard what he said about the Canid, it barked at him. "Oh, wo-wo-wo! That's too fat doggie! How the hell on earth did this dog hear what I have said?""At you asking Mr Smith? Well, what can I say? Who will I ask if you ask me, huh? Is this why you suddenly came back to me? I thought you were in a hurry Mr Smith. You ought to be at your destination by now so, if you don't mind, I will leave. I'm not ready to take your insults. I'm not ready for your troubles as well. Enough of the ones you have caused me," I began to walk out on him. "No, lady. It's not done that way. Please, can you hold on for a second!" He requested but,
I brought out the magic book and then checked on the ring I picked in the basement. Mr Smith was fully concentrated on directing the horses on which way to go therefore, there was no way he would turn back to check what I was doing.I opened the pages of the book for the second time ever since I found it. I tried to read the first page a little bit but, was unexpectedly interrupted by Mr Smith. "Lydia!" He called and quickly turned around to face me as he began to speak. "What the hell was that?" He asked appearing to be astonished."My book of course, is there any problem?""No, not at all! I have no problem with that but, I was wondering where the hell on earth did you hide the book you are holding in your hands now the whole time we have been interacting?""I think that's none of your business, Mr Smith. It's my book and where I hide it certainly, has nothing to do with you, does it?""No, it doesn't! By the way, you have a good book with a nice cover.""How can you say it's a goo
I had to make a decision. Mr Smith was right, the place we were standing at the moment could be a hideout for criminals and very bad people. Since the Alpha and the others are not here anymore, I do not see a reason why I should ignore Mr Smith's warning. At last, my legs obeyed my brain and walk into the cart. He rode forward just like we have been doing before he stopped."Where are you taking me?" I asked because I had no clue about his destination."Oh, about that, I'm going to supply my customers with bread. They are newly baked and still hot. You have some if you don't mind?" He ended his sentence with a long smile."And then, what next?""We will ride back into the city or do you have any place in mind?" "No, I don't," I replied and then remained silent. My mood was not bright at all. Every time I remember Ammon and the others I would feel bad. I believed the Alpha may form two opinions; one could be that I was captured and imprisoned or killed, while the other could be that
"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