After talking for a long time with the leader of the village, he sent us some of his men. From there, we moved on through the countryside to spread the word and see who will buy into our cause. Steve led us from one part to the other until we were able to get a reasonable number of men who were willing to fight for us. For us, it was a success at last. What we never thought will happen just came to pass. With our newly recruited soldiers, we went back to Gama's camp where the men were further trained and well briefed about the task at hand. In about a week, we were all ready. By then, we had put things in order and the battle strategy was well rehearsed by the men we recruited. Although we did our very best to recruit men as many as possible, however, the sad thing remained that we were still outnumbered by Magaritha's army. We have no idea of what they were capable of therefore, our operation was more like a gamble. Nevertheless, we were determined to win against the evil forces of
The watchmen on the towers raised the alarm upon sighting our movement towards the gate. They began ringing the huge bell. Their troops began reinforcing. They adjusted the lock on the gate as we try to push through. One of their commanders gave them the order to shoot at us. At once, they began raining arrows on use. They were meant to break our strong resolve but we never succumb to their pressure.The arrows rained down on us in many directions without mercy. Some of them managed to hit our men and put them out of the race to the gate. Some fell dead while others continued to run towards the gate. I was among those running towards the gate. Finally, we made it! We were at the entrance to the city. Our men began fighting back. We were able to take out some of the archers on the high wall. I watched their lifeless body fall from the top as they were been taken out by our men. Thus, we were able to push them back into the city. We busted through the gate and then our first hand-to-h
I was not stunned by the fact that the Alpha was kissing me however, what shocked me was the fact that he did it in front of everyone. He cared less about the crowd that was astonished by his act. Although we inflicted casualties on the enemy, we had ours as well. However, not as great as that of the enemy we fought. I wondered how some of the men would react after seeing the sight of my fleeting romantic affair with the Alpha. Are they going to be provoked by the fact that some soldiers are grieving after the death of their colleagues and friends and families, while two grown-ups are here kissing? So far, there was no reaction from the men concerning the passionate kissing I had with the Alpha. Nevertheless, I needed not to be told that it was time to stop lest our actions trigger a negative reaction from the soldiers."It's okay," I told the Alpha Ammon with a gentle tone, while at the same time pushing him away from my body gently. He showed no opposition instead, he simply let me
The scene unfolding took all of us by surprise. "Ammon!" I called the Alpha even though he was still in his Lycan state. He looked at me and growled one more time before he began transforming back into a human. Eric also did the same. Now, w had both of them back in their human form.The Alpha wasted no time after transforming from a Lycan back to a human, he reached out for me and scooped me up in his arms, it was the best feeling ever. The crowd was not left out in our little jubilation, everyone cheered the great comeback.Gama and Steve came running toward us after seeing what had happened. Steve, in particular, rushed towards the Alpha and embraced him. The expression on his face tells them all, he was becoming emotional. "Thank you, man!" began Steve as he quickly embraced the Alpha throwing his arms around him. The Alpha on his part also did the same. All of these happened as I stepped back from the Alpha when I saw that Steve was coming to join us. Gama on the other hand said
"What are going to do then to stop Magaritha?" Asked Gama. "Can we go to a place better than here where we would relax and talk?" said Eric.Everything that was said was never hidden from the men with us. It was made open for everyone. We left the thin strip of vegetation and headed back to Gama's camp. It was going to be our base from where we would lunch another attack to liberate Muldoch and then help the Alpha to regain his leadership in the wolf clan.I found myself alone with the Alpha under the shade of a tree around the woods in the camp. By now he was convinced that he had regained all that he had lost. His powers were back fully to him. However, just how that happened was what he could not explain. I was also finding it difficult to explain what had happened back there. It was a day after we freed him from prison. I'm pretty sure that some of the events that happened within the past 24 hours were still vivid in his memory. I believe he had a lot to tell me and to ask me ab
The Alpha did not understand what we have done, that was because I did not go into full details of what I did to him. But, believe me, it was all for his good and he understood that. "Do you mean, I'm free now and can I longer be cursed by anyone? Is that what you are saying?" he asked anxiously. "Yes, you are free now completely. Yesterday, you regained all your powers but today, you have become immune to any form of curse. No one can do that anymore," I told him with an even smile. "Thank you so much, Louis!" He threw arms around me and began to trail kisses all over my cheek. "I can not simply wait to have you in my kingdom. You are the best mate an Alpha Wolf can get. Together, we will reign in my clan as soon as all of this is over. Nobody will stop us again, never again!" He repeated. Just as I was about to reply to him, he scooped me from down below with his powerful arm. He was always fond of doing that. I felt almost weightless on his body as he carried me back to where w
When I turned around, I saw a face which I believe I have never seen before in my entire life. A female, in a black gown. Her fingers were pretty long but not as long as that of Magaritha who likes to keep long fingers to Intimidate her enemies. The woman was fairly beautiful but, was in her mind forties. She also wore a head scarf. On the headscarf was a fancy replica of a snake. If the woman is a witch then, the replica of the snake on her headscarf must be the symbol of her power."Who are you and why were you calling me the whole time?" I demanded boldly. I was not afraid of her because I believe my powers were powerful enough to deter any attack coming my way. She smiled at me and began. "My name is vera and I'm here to reach a deal with you, would you mind?""Yes, of course, I would mind but first, may I hear what you have to say." I began walking closer to her because we were standing more than twenty metres apart from each other. I stopped at about five metres, I could hear
Vera and her Witches were treated well. They were made to understand the Alpha's extreme response to them. I introduced her to Gama as well as other people with us in the camp. After that, it was time to go so, I went to see her and her Witches off. There was a particular question which I needed her to answer. By now we had walked to the outskirts of the camp. We were at the right place to ask questions."What made you go into hiding all those years?" I asked. She stopped walking and look at and answered."I was waiting for the right time! And as long as you have not grown up to fulfil the prophecy, I kept hiding.""What if I was killed that night at the castle, what could have become of your faith in the prophecy?"A sparrow passed by. Vera looked at me briefly before pointing at the flying sparrow. "Look at the bird that just flew above our head, as small as the bird may be yet, it believed it can never fall off the sky. Now, let's bring this illustration home, as that sparrow ha
"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