“Reign” I could hear my mother's voice as she called out to me.
I covered my mouth, trying to suppress the laughter as I hid under the table right in front of her. She had gone to the living room and even my room but could not find me.
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It was Father’s throne anniversary. It was the 13th year he became the Alpha of the Half Moon Park. I had informed my mother I did not want the red bow she had picked for me nor did I want the dress she got for me but she did not listen.
“Reign, where are you?” Mother placed her hands on her waist as she turned. She looked at the plates on the table in anger and was about to call out the maids for not cleaning it.
“What is the matter? Where is Reign?” I could hear Father’s voice from afar? His voice interrupted her action as he walked over to her quickly.
I was gripped with fear because if there was something Father never liked, it was me troubling Mother or making Mother shout. Not wanting to face Father’s wrath, I came out from where I was hiding.
“Mother”
“Where have you been for so long? You got me worried!”
“I have told you time and again, not to make your Mother shout, haven’t I?” Father reached for my ear, and just before I could save it, he squeezed it tightly. I winced in pain as it was so painful.
“She is just a child, Kelvin, I didn’t even complain to you” Mother tried to save me from Father’s grip with worry boldly written all over her face.
“Just a child? A disaster she is”
I could not tell why I was hurt at Father’s words. Of course, I was used to his words but each time he said them, it hit me differently. I was just thirteen years of age yet Father never failed to use and hurl insults at me for as long as I could remember.
“What is wrong with you? She is our child!” Mother yelled at her father. Yet another reason why Father loathes me, I guess.
He claims Mother yells at him only when I am involved. Father shook his head and walked away.
Ever since I could remember, Father had never been good to me. He had never been nice to me.
“Mother, do I not belong here?” My eyes were filled with tears. Mother could see the pain on my face as her face was just like a mirror, reflecting the pain I felt.
“You belong here, my child. You are our daughter” Mother embraced me and afterward, scooped me into her arms.
“But Father does not treat me like I am one. He does not treat me like I am his daughter” I could no longer hold the tears that fell from my eyes so I let them fall freely.
“Come on” Mother carried me to my room and placed me on the chair as she brought out a comb to comb my hair. My black curly mane was beginning to get tangled. It always does that.
“It is the truth, Mother” I pouted my lips as Mother gently brushed my hair and packed it into a bun. Despite being Luna, she did the majority of her things herself especially when it had to do with me.
Right from when I was a child, she would bathe me, make my hair, and even feed me breakfast herself.
It was amazing!
“Stop it, Reign. You have no idea how much your father loves and cares for you” She assured me as she continued brushing my hair.
Of course, I had no option but to stay quiet because Mother would try her best to convince me but what could I do?
The celebration went on well, of course, with Father trying to avoid being associated with me. It made no difference anyway, I was used to it. If wishes were horses, a beggar would ride one.
With every day that passed, I could see the worry on Father’s face increase. I don't know why though but the expression of worry did not seem to fade away.
“Alpha Kelvin” Beta Elvis suddenly rushed in one day while we were having a family dinner. A look of worry settled on his face too. Mother was also unhappy. What was going on with everyone?
“In a bit” My father looked at Mother and walked out of the dining room. Mother nodded In approval as she continued eating.
I had no idea of what was discussed but a few minutes later, Father walked back in with a frown settled on his face.
“Henceforth, you will begin to go with me to the train every morning” He stared at me, anger boldly written on his face.
My eyes widened in shock and so did my ear. What just happened? Did I hear him right?
“What do you mean?” Mother looked at Father with shock and fear in her eyes.
“W….why..why will my daughter go with you to train?” Her lips quivered in unison with her eyes which initially widened but began to flicker in shock.
“What do you mean? She is my daughter after all” His husky voice was beginning to rise. Fear gripped my heart. I did not know if I should be happy or sad. I doubt if I ever heard my father call me his daughter. It was strange and weird. I was excited he called me his daughter but was confused if he meant it or if it was just for that moment.
“Go to your room, Reign” Mother ordered. I nodded my head as I went to my room, walking slowly, trying to eavesdrop on whatever they would say.
As long as I would like to follow Father and have a moment with him, some of the few things I feared the most were anything about war or fight like sword fighting, archery amongst others and I believe that was why the moon goddess made me a female.
I sighed as I slowly strolled the stairs, walking straight to my room. I was an only child and I wished I had siblings. I sighed again as I waited for the meeting to be over so I could go over to meet Mother. A minute without my Mother was boring for me. I lay on the bed as I brought out a book to read.
“Reign!” I heard dad’s call. I jumped in shock. I had slept off without realizing it. I hurriedly dashed out of my room as I could not afford to anger Father.
“Get ready with me because from tomorrow, you would begin to go with me to the training ground”
Mom was quiet. I could not tell why because I had no idea of what Father had said to her but I knew whatever it was, it was not right.
“Yes, Father” I bowed my head in despair but even from the corner of my eyes, I could see the maids watch me in pity.
They knew what I was going through. I was no less a maid even at that tender age. If wishes were horses, a beggar would ride one. What choice did I have? I got to know from eavesdropping of course because no one would dare to tell me.
I got to know that my father had always wanted a son so when he had me, he considered me a disaster. How could I easily forget the disastrous and dangerous words Father said to me? Constantly reminding me I was worthless. Constantly reminding me I amounted to nothing. I didn’t need to be told before I knew Father hated me simply because I was a female child.
I didn’t choose my gender but Father was not ready to listen. As soon as Father was done, he walked away and I also headed to my room, laid on the bed and slowly drifted off to sleep.
“Wake up Reign”
I could hear my maid, Andrea, call out softly.
I pretended not to hear her as I was not willing to get up. Why would she wake me up at that time? It was still dawn.
“Come on, wake up” She tapped me gently but I pretended not to be aware. Why couldn’t I just sleep as much as I want?
“The Alpha awaits you” She finally managed to say.
“F.F.Father?” I stuttered as I flew up in fear. My heart beat tripled its usual. Why was father waiting for me? Then, it clicked me. He had said I was going to join him to practice.
“Come on, you know your father would be very upset with you if you are late”
“Of course” I rolled my eyes as I got prepared. “How do I look?” I questioned as I stared at her.
I was already frustrated and tired as I picked different outfits to know the perfect one for the training.
“This is perfect” She looked at me from head to toe as I was cladded in a small top and a trouser that looked so convenient for me to fight in.
“Come on, let’s go. I do not want us to be late or else your father would get upset” She stood up from my bed with an expression of worry all over her face. She was worried for me. I nodded as I watched her lead the way and then, I walked after her.
She looked behind occasionally to be sure I was behind her. Where was I going to run to even if I wanted to? I sighed as I walked past the mirror that was by my side, about ten steps from her. My mane was looking so rough. I had not brushed it that morning. I had only gotten dressed even without having my bath.
“Come on, hurry up!” She whispered to me as she neared the where Father was. I was a few steps away from her.
“I am” I furrowed my brows as I tried to meet up with her. She was way too fast. I looked around. There were several guards there alongside Father. Everyone had a sword in their hand.
“Good morning, your Highness” She bowed. He nodded in response and looked at me with a frown. I knew what that meant and it was not good.
“Good morning, Father” I greeted humbly, trying to avoid his gaze. Slowly, he brought out his sword. I could not dare to look up at him but somehow, something felt off.
“At this point, be prepared to die” He slowly said. My heart skipped two beats at his word and raising my head, it skipped even more
“Father!”
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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.