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Chapter Three

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Father’s words bruised my heart and my soul. It pierced into my heart like a two-edged sword. Did I just hear him right? It did not seem so.

I could not control the tears that fell from my eyes. It fell slowly and softly. I raised my head as I heard the clanking sound of the sword.

“Father!” I called in shock as Father raised the sword like he was going to murder me with it but then, he drove the sword into the floor, right by my side. I sighed in relief although there was still a hint of fear in my heart.

“At this point, be prepared to die…” He paused and combed his hair with his hand as he turned his backk to me. “If you are not ready to fight and destroy your enemies”

I had so many questions. Who were my enemies? Why would I even have enemies at this tender age of mine? Why would I need to train at this tender age? Why would I even have to train at that time of the morning? It was still dawn! But I could not dare to say a word.

“So, I have to start grooming you now” He turned back to me, this time with a blank expression. The frown had disappeared.

"Today, you are only going to learn how to pick up a sword and how to hold it. Afterward, you would watch me fight, I believe that is clear enough?” He looked at me with disgust.

I wish I could do something but I was not the moon goddess. I did not decide to come to be their child, the moon goddess made me! I was heartbroken because who wouldn’t? It was saddening.

“Yes, father” I wiped the tears that fell from my eyes.

“Pick up the sword” He pointed at the sword that was right by my side. I nodded. My hands began to tremble. I could see fear in the eyes of the guards present, I could see the fear in the eyes of the maids. Beta Elvis on the other hand was calm.

“Pick it up and stop acting like a fool!” Father’s hoarse voice disrupted my thought. I closed my eyes and summoned courage and tried to pick up the sword but it was quite heavy hence making it difficult to pick up.

“She is of no use” He rolled his eyes at Beta Elvis.

“She is just a child” Elvis smiled at him. “Give her time. This is just her first time. With time, she will get better, your Highness" He bowed.

Aside from Mother, he seemed to be the only one who could reply to Father without being scared of the outcome.

“You think so?” He smirked as he watched me still struggling with the sword.

“I know. Your Highness, even if it is not so, we have to believe in her and keep our hopes high. We have no choice. We have to start preparing her” Elvis added, again, with a bow.

Father’s face became blank again as he stared at Elvis. He raised his brows as he looked at me and then with an ‘It has to work’ look, he sighed and walked closer to me, slowly teaching me how to raise the sword.

“Now, do it”

“Okay” I tried to stay calm as I did just like he had demonstrated and although it was still heavy, I was able to get it. I could pick the sword and with each try, I was getting better.

A smile settled on my face. I was learning fast. I looked at Father, expecting an encouragement or a satisfied smile at least but there was none and then just with the wind, the smile on my face went away. I wanted him to be proud of me but he did not seem to be.

Elvis smiled at me and looked at him with the ‘I told you’ kind of look. Father simply nodded as he collected the sword from me and walked towards Elvis and some of the guards.

He walked to the center of the training ground and in a twinkle of an eye, he was surrounded by about 7 guards, Elvis inclusive. I watched in awe as I knew what was going to happen. They began to fight with him, all at once.

At that moment, I was so proud of Father as I watched him defeat them one by one till it was just him and Elvis.

Elvis did not seem to be taking it easy with Father as everyone watched them both. Elvis was quite good too. I heard he had been with Father even before I was born. He had trained so much with Father and was almost as good as Father but in the end, Father won. He defeated Elvis.

Even after all the years of training, he was still no match for my father. Father brushed his hands through his hair victoriously and that action alone could have a tingling effect on a woman.

I could see the maids stare at Father with shy smiles plastered on their faces as they looked at each other.

Mother was not there but I was jealous on her behalf. Maybe Father was not nice to me or did not show love to me, but I still loved him and of course, I loved my Mother.

Beautiful was an understatement to describe Father, little wonders the maids were always drooling over him.

I stared back at the maids with anger etched to my face. As soon as they realized I was looking at them and was aware of what they had in mind, the smile on their faces dissipated and of course, they bowed their heads quickly and straightened their face.

I rolled my eyes and turned to stare at Father. He was at a distance as he and Elvis conversed. What could they be talking about? I wondered as I saw Elvis occasionally look at me. What could be wrong?

“Breakfast is set” Mother’s sonorous voice interrupted my thought.

“Mother” I smiled as I turned to look at her behind me. I hurriedly ran to embrace her. “Good morning, Mother.”

“Good morning, my angel” She picked me up and placed me in her arms as she placed a kiss on my forehead. “How was the night?”

“It was awesome. Mother, I can pick a sword now” I smiled as I boldly informed her.

“Really?” She looked at me with a look of satisfaction on her face and a smile on her lips. That was what I had wanted to see from Father. I giggled with excitement but all of a sudden, Father snatched me from Mother and put me down.

“Good morning, my love” Father placed a kiss on Mother’s forehead and then on her lips. I looked at the maids and I was pleased with the dissatisfaction on their faces.

“Good morning!” She giggled and smiled. “Breakfast is set”.

“I will join you soon” Father placed his hands on her waist and they giggled again. It was so beautiful. I wished to have a mate who would love me like Father loves Mother but I do not want a mate who would treat my child the way Father hates me.

“Reign, I would be expecting you” Mother smiled at me and then walked in.

“Yes, mother” I smiled back at her. Again. Father brushed his hair with his hands and walked in quickly. I followed suit and went up into my room. I hurriedly undressed and dashed into the bathroom. Few minutes after, I dashed back inside and got dressed. I could not keep Mother waiting, otherwise, Father would get upset with me.

With a satisfied smile on my face as I stared at the mirror, I walked out of the room flying the staircase. By the time I got to the dining room, Mother had already set the table. Father was already sitting, watching her with love as she served him.

I grabbed a seat in silence and then, Mother smiled as she sighted me. She walked over to serve me too before sitting to eat.

“Mother..” I started. I was beginning to be bored at home. Immediately, she raised her head to look at me and Father did the same. It was funny because he had been avoiding my gaze all along.

“Eat your food. Whatever you want to say can wait till after the meal” Father immediately answered, looking away from me quickly. Mother looked at Father and then at me and she nodded in agreement.

I sighed as I hurriedly consumed my food and waited for her to consume hers.

Father was done with his meal yet he sat by Mother. As soon as Mother was done and picked a glass of water to her mouth, I quickly threw my question at her.

“Mother, would you want me to do anything for you today, or is there any chore for me?”

“No,” Mother smiled. “There is nothing you can do for me today”  

Father smirked and stood up to leave.

“Then can I visit Tonia today? Mother please, do not say no” I pleaded as I watched her facial expression change, and then she smiled again.

“Okay but..”

“No,” Father interrupted. At first, I thought he was talking to someone else but then he turned to look at me. “You are going nowhere and henceforth, you will not play with those wolves anymore. You will spend all day training and going with me anywhere I go”  

“Kelvin..”

Father raised his hands at Mother.

“But Father…” I stood up, struggling to hold back the tears struggling to fall from my eyes.

“Do you want to question my order?” Father’s brow furrowed.

“No” I bowed my head in defeat.

“Yes, Kelvin” Mother stood up in anger.

“Go to your room, Reign” Mother ordered immediately. Each time she said so, it meant she wanted to argue with Father and would not want me to hear a word. I nodded as I walked slowly, trying to hear whatever they had to say.

“You will not do this to my daughter, Kelvin. What has she done wrong to you? You ill treat her and never show her love. Your anniversary day was the umpteenth time she had asked me if she belonged here.

It was the umpteenth time she asked if you were her Father. It was the umpteenth time she asked me why you despised her this much.Why are you treating her this way?” Mother tried to keep her voice low but her anger failed her.

“She is my daughter too” Father fumed.

“But you never treat her like one. Reign is just twelve years of age yet you are already teaching her to be a warrior. She is a female child and not a male for goodness sake"

“Exactly!. She is a female and not a male. Damien is watching us. He knows we had a daughter and not a son. He is constantly waiting for the right time to strike. We have been trying for several years to have another child yet none is forthcoming. She is my only child and I cannot afford to take chances” He crossed his arms.

“ If you should be upset with anyone, it should be me or the moon goddess.’

“You did not choose to have a girl. The moon goddess gave you one.”

“And Reign did not choose to be a girl. Do not involve my daughter in this feud that has lasted from generation to generation "

“She got herself involved when she came as my daughter”

“She did not choose to come”

Father sighed and watched Mother for a while. They had no idea I was close by. I had hidden behind a jar as I wanted to hear what they had to say.

“Fine. If you do not want me to train her to be a warrior, prepare her for marriage then”

“What!”

I held my mouth as I realized I had spoken out but it was too late. Mother and Father had seen me and I could see the anger in their eyes.

I tried to stand up but again, the jar I was hiding behind fell and shattered into pieces.

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Four

    The ArgumentI turned back to look at them and I saw their faces, my father’s face was filled with anger and rage. I had never seen him that angry in my entire years of existence.I didn't care about the jar anymore, I just wanted to leave there that very moment. If wishes were horses, a beggar would ride one. If it was possible, I would have definitely played back time and start the day all over again but how could I? I couldn’t even move after hearing such words from my own father.My mother was worried and scared, I looked into her eyes and she knew I had heard everything they said and talked about, the continuous argument they had had always been about me and just me. How would I continue? I cannot bear mum always being hurt like this. My father loves his wife so much but because of me, they fight every day and every time, I feel so bad for my mum."Your mother asked you to leave, didn’t she? So what are you doing here eavesdropping? Is that what you are good at now? To just show

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Five

    Chapter FourThe Tell-Tale Spirit. My lunch and dinner were sent to my room, I didn’t have a reason to step my foot outside. I knew something was off. I decided to sneak out and run away, packing my things would mean I want them to know that I am running away, and that isn’t the best advice, or is it?”It would be rather obvious that I decided to disappear, writing a letter won’t be nice either. I was hoping that soon if I heard their voices that I would at least change my mind and stay with my parents but the house was quiet, it was said that there was still some bad blood in between and I would guess that the entire staff is walking on shells.It became awfully quiet, an hour to midnight, the moon shined so bright and it had a soft breeze, I closed my windows and I took some of my pillows and clothes and stuffed the bed to make it seem like I was still there, it is a trick that I had learnt in camp, although when it was to test how good the stuffing was, I didn’t do too well, I was

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-08-19
  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Six

    The Search for Reign.Reign's point of view.I was in the midst of the flowers and the grass. It was really comfortable and quiet. I looked around and it looked like a hidden garden. I spotted an orange tree and a very tall apple tree. I felt relieved, I mean spending a week here and eating fruits wouldn’t be so bad.I played and twirled in the garden, for a while I started feeling hungry, I opened my bag and I brought out my snacks to eat but it was barely enough, I knew I wanted to eat the apple, it is so red, plump but there was one problem, the tree is so huge and tall, climbing it would mean either an injured leg, a broken rib or a twisted ankle, and neither any of those options would work, and I wouldn’t want a broken body part.I sighed as I needed to think of other ways to get that apple, but how can I?” I pondered for a while. I tried climbing the tree. Maybe it was just because I was far away from the tree but then when I got to the tree it became way taller and I knew it real

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Seven

    The search for Reign 2: Reign comes back home[Alpha Kelvin and Luna Sophie] Author point of view“Sophie? Please, you need to eat, this is already past nine, it is late, you have searched for her and you are drained, you will fall sick, you have barely said any word, please Sophie.” The Alpha said to his wife that is weak, Reign had been gone for a whole day and her mother hasn’t been the same, she is so pissed at her husband, she believes he is the reason why she ran away, the Alpha has been looking for her but she hasn’t seen his care and pain that she is missing.“We haven’t seen her sir, we will go to the other clan tomorrow and search” Beta Elvis said as he walked into the room where Luna Sophie was, she was right in front of her mirror.“I will go to bed now, keep searching for her” The Luna said in a quiet voice as she went to the bed and covered herself with the duvet.The Alpha signaled Beta Elvis, it meant “we need to talk outside”The Beta understood and went out.“Sh

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Eight

    Finding out about each other.“Kelvin, I heard your daughter ran away from home because she was is scared of facing my son, afraid of losing too, I mean how could you lose your own daughter but it’s given, you are very in competent and you have been that way since we were kids and now, why would you pass down your incompetence to your unwanted daughter and more so, if I was her I would run away from you, any way my son will be at the games this year, he will participate with your lazy and scared daughter, I will tell you this, I assure you, she will be back after the whole competition. Alpha Kelvin received a letter from Alpha Damien, the last time this happened was when Reign was born, He made sure it clear in his letter that Reign, being a girl would never match up to his son and never will, and Alpha Kelvin would make his daughter practiced and practiced hard just to prove to Damien.His mood suddenly changed as he looked over to his wife and sick daughter, he took the letter and he

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Nine

    Even though his wife was against it, he knew his reputation would be at stake. He had to think of a way of getting his daughter in. Of course, she was ill, she had to somehow go.Alpha Kelvin walked outside, alongside his aide, Elvis.“How is Reign? You went up to check her the other time, didn’t you?” Alpha Kelvin questioned as placed his hand behind him, a mischievous and mysterious smile etched on his face.“Yes, she is, your Highness” Elvis smiled as he followed the Alpha closely. “She is very well. She is getting better. I think you should see her” Elvis added.“I think not so” He chuckled.“I think you should, your Highness. I know what your thoughts are. I know what you think. You believe she would be upset on seeing you but she is not like that. She is not that type of woman. She is not upset with you. You are her father, after all” He reassured him.“She is better, you say?” “Yes, your highness”“Very good. Get her prepared. She will represent our clan. She would represent

    Terakhir Diperbarui : 2022-11-21
  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Ten

    “She is awake” Beta Elvis called gently.“My angel…”Reign could hear silent sobs as she rushed in to meet her. Slowly, Reign began to open her eyes. What was going on? Had she collapsed again?“Reign, can you hear me?” The Luna questioned again as Reign was quiet. The Luna’s eyes widened in fear as she did not understand why her daughter was staring at her.Just then, the physician walked in.“What is the matter with my daughter?”“I am very sorry but Reign….” He sighed.“What is the matter with my daughter? What is wrong with her?” The Luna questioned, seeing the hint of worry on the Physician’s face.“Well, she was overstressed. Falling over had a disastrous effect on her. Her ears had been affected by the accident. For reasons unknown, her healing ability seems to be slow this time”“Are you saying she will not be able to hear again? Her ears are permanently damaged?” The Alpha questioned as he walked right in.“Not at all. I did not say that” The Royal Physician tried to explain.

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Eleven

    “What can you make of a relationship between water and fire!” An old man lamented. His hair had completely turned white as it stretched to his mid back, matching his white regalia.“I do not understand, grandfather. What do you mean?” The perplexed twelve year old boy questioned as he wondered what his grandfather was saying. He questioned his grandfather who sat at a distance from him, beaming with a calm smile, his breath almost audible. The old man was coated in a white regalia that hid every part if his body, save for his palms. The wrinkles on his face took the light from his eyes and in defeat, his eyes closed and opened like the gentle clapping and flapping of a butterfly’s wing.“One consumes the other. She is your father’s nemesis. The one to end this feud against your father’s wish. The young lady you would never be able to control. Her beginning would be your father's end. To show your father love, you have to let her go. She will be his end and his destruction” The old ma

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  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Seventeen

    The word confusion and shock could not do justice to the way Reign felt that very minute.Didn't they realize she was a Lina and not just any type of maid? She could not understand.Her soldiers immediately brought out their swords to fight but she ordered them to return it back in. They were not going to fight them.While some grumbled, they managed to return their sword. Reign knew they would be overshadowed if they tried to attack. She knew they would definitely be at a loss so she was going to play it cool."Who are you and why are you here?" One of the blazing moon soldiers, the one who was obviously their boss questioned, eyeing her and sizing her from head to toe even though she was still sitting on an horse."I am Reign, Alpha of the…..""Alpha, you say?" He questioned, staring at her, confusion in his eyes. It didn't seem to make sense to him that she was the head. She wasn't surprised though. That was not the first time she had heard things like that and she knew it was not

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Sixteen

    Reign could not understand why had happened that very minute. What on earth was going on? Anger welled up in her as she pulled away the garment with which he covered her face with. How dare he do something like that?Reign was visibly upset but what she saw when she opened her eyes made a gasp escape her lips and sent shivers down her spine.Her whole body trembled in fear. Of course, the little girl was a beauty to behold even though she heard pity in her eyes.They liked her so much and some of the guards could not resist looking at her while some of them were more concentrated on the entrance and getting it.Unfortunately, those who had stared at the young girl had burnt together with their horses.The little girl was no where to be found. The other guards were left in shock as that could not understand what had happened that very minute. It was like time froze and everything happened even before they could realize it.Reign's whole body trembled as she saw them. She was so confuse

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Fifteen

    It is a new day. A bright new day, a day Reign had made the decision to see the Alpha of the Blazing Moon pack. Of course, the was a woman and as such would not get much support from a lot of wves but she was going to try her best after all.She was anxious and filled with tension as she did not know how well they would receive it. I quickly said a short prayer before proceeding on my way out.The journey war indeed a strenous one as she had gone with few soldiers. She could not leave the pack all by itself as she knew anyone could take advantage of the fact that she was not present and attack them.“My Luna!" One of the guards suddenly called as she continued in the journey. She immediately brought the horse to a halt as several thoughts ran through her mind.Was their pack in trouble? Was the enemy aware that she was not there and had tried to attack them?A gazillion thoughts ran though my mind as she awaited his arrival. He began to breathe heavily like something was wrong, scarin

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Fourteen

    It is a new day. A bright new day, a day Reign had made the decision to see the Alpha of the Blazing Moon pack. Of course, the was a woman and as such would not get much support from a lot of wves but she was going to try her best after all.She was anxious and filled with tension as she did not know how well they would receive it. I quickly said a short prayer before proceeding on my way out.The journey war indeed a strenous one as she had gone with few soldiers. She could not leave the pack all by itself as she knew anyone could take advantage of the fact that she was not present and attack them.“My Luna!" One of the guards suddenly called as she continued in the journey. She immediately brought the horse to a halt as several thoughts ran through her mind.Was their pack in trouble? Was the enemy aware that she was not there and had tried to attack them?A gazillion thoughts ran though my mind as she awaited his arrival. He began to breathe heavily like something was wrong, scarin

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Thirteen

    Reign could not help but wonder what she had done to deserve so much hate from her father. Regardless, she was going to be the strong woman she had always wanted to be.***“Luna”In the Redwolf garden stood a young lady, pulling an arrow as she had her eyes on one of the trees there. Everyone stayed to watch her to see if she could really hit her target. She was determined to reach her target as she had a smile on her face. Regardless, she was going to win.“Luna…” One of the guards called. She smiled as she released the arrow from the bow. Just as she had expected, everyone began to clap for her. A smil formed on her face in satisfaction. She turned around to see who it was and why he had come for her.“You have a guest” Her Beta, Clement announced with a bow. She raised her eyes in surprise as she was not expecting any guest at that moment.“Who is he?” Clement asked with a bit of uncertainty. He was not sure who it was or what the person wanted but one thing was sure. He wanted hi

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Twelve

    Phil jumped off his father’s back in excitement. This time, he would be able to see the full glory of the pack. Ever since he was a child, he had always wanted to see how the pack was. Although he had always gone with his father since he was a child, he had always been in a palanquin hence restricting his full view of everywhere. The palanquin wasn’t so transparent and each time it was opened, only hi mither was allowed to go out.He was only with them because they could not leave him with the maids. He was super excited.Immediately, the guards and servants and even some maids came quickly. They had to follow them wherever they went.“Good morning, my Alpha. Good morning, my Luna. Good morning, young Master” They all greeted excitedly. The Alpha and the Luna greeted them as well, accepting their greetings as Phil only smiled.“We leave now” The Alpha ordered and they all bowed in agreement. The Lina got into the palanquin while the Alpha mounted the horse. The guards also jumped on

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Eleven

    “What can you make of a relationship between water and fire!” An old man lamented. His hair had completely turned white as it stretched to his mid back, matching his white regalia.“I do not understand, grandfather. What do you mean?” The perplexed twelve year old boy questioned as he wondered what his grandfather was saying. He questioned his grandfather who sat at a distance from him, beaming with a calm smile, his breath almost audible. The old man was coated in a white regalia that hid every part if his body, save for his palms. The wrinkles on his face took the light from his eyes and in defeat, his eyes closed and opened like the gentle clapping and flapping of a butterfly’s wing.“One consumes the other. She is your father’s nemesis. The one to end this feud against your father’s wish. The young lady you would never be able to control. Her beginning would be your father's end. To show your father love, you have to let her go. She will be his end and his destruction” The old ma

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Ten

    “She is awake” Beta Elvis called gently.“My angel…”Reign could hear silent sobs as she rushed in to meet her. Slowly, Reign began to open her eyes. What was going on? Had she collapsed again?“Reign, can you hear me?” The Luna questioned again as Reign was quiet. The Luna’s eyes widened in fear as she did not understand why her daughter was staring at her.Just then, the physician walked in.“What is the matter with my daughter?”“I am very sorry but Reign….” He sighed.“What is the matter with my daughter? What is wrong with her?” The Luna questioned, seeing the hint of worry on the Physician’s face.“Well, she was overstressed. Falling over had a disastrous effect on her. Her ears had been affected by the accident. For reasons unknown, her healing ability seems to be slow this time”“Are you saying she will not be able to hear again? Her ears are permanently damaged?” The Alpha questioned as he walked right in.“Not at all. I did not say that” The Royal Physician tried to explain.

  • Rising Of The Luna    Chapter Nine

    Even though his wife was against it, he knew his reputation would be at stake. He had to think of a way of getting his daughter in. Of course, she was ill, she had to somehow go.Alpha Kelvin walked outside, alongside his aide, Elvis.“How is Reign? You went up to check her the other time, didn’t you?” Alpha Kelvin questioned as placed his hand behind him, a mischievous and mysterious smile etched on his face.“Yes, she is, your Highness” Elvis smiled as he followed the Alpha closely. “She is very well. She is getting better. I think you should see her” Elvis added.“I think not so” He chuckled.“I think you should, your Highness. I know what your thoughts are. I know what you think. You believe she would be upset on seeing you but she is not like that. She is not that type of woman. She is not upset with you. You are her father, after all” He reassured him.“She is better, you say?” “Yes, your highness”“Very good. Get her prepared. She will represent our clan. She would represent

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