It was now time for the last group from the red tent to appear."Let's welcome the last but not least group, Mistyka."As Mr Rex said this, Phoenix and Tyrion walked out of the tent and ascended the platform. They were attired in ragged clothing of different colours. Their hair looked wild and there was charcoal on their faces. Their skin looked dirty too. Tyler's shoes had holes in them while Phoenix was barefooted."Oh my gosh. What a... unique appearance." Mr Rex commented after finding the lost words. "So what will you guys be performing?""We will be performing 'Celestial's rise from ashes'," said Phoenix."Clestial's rise from ashes? What song is that?" Mr Rex wore a puzzled face just like many in the audience."It's a song sung in the olden days by our ancestors," he replied."Oh." Mr Rex said with a look of realization. So this last pair had decided to grace them with an ancient song. Hopefully, they won't be like those unlucky ladies."Alright. We look forward to your perfor
The next morning.7:49 am. All eight of them were at the hotel's restaurant's VIP section, seated around a large round table made of rosewood. Through mind link, they discussed who among them would possibly battle today and also the various strategy that could be used. Phoenix provided quite a lot of help in the latter regard but didn't divulge too much since it might lead the other 6 to deduce something that he didn't want them to. Then he and Lavana surprisingly chose to talk to the six about what happened yestermorning. "Um... My mate and I, we're kind of um... special wolves. We don't know if it's ever been on record but after shifting, we both have this ability to fly and um... vanish. It's the moon goddess' gift to us."Mel sighed before responding to Lavana's mate's words. "Phoenix, Lavana, everyone has their own secrets. I'm sure you guys had your reasons for not telling. Unlike yesterday, I'm not that keen on knowing.""Me neither," said Oliver. The other 4 agreed too by no
"Alright, playtime's over. Let's get to the real business. Today, as the norm, each Alphaless pack must produce 6 members to battle. We've specially selected the warriors from each Alphaless pack. So I'll be calling your names. Then you'll take your spot on the field with your pack members and form a group. Am I clear?" she asked with a serious expression.Those in the packs who were to compete today yelled: "Yes!!""Fantastic! I'll be calling the names randomly but you'll know where you belong. (looks at the paper in her left hand) First on the list is... Dexter Iddyson."Hearing his name, the particular warrior left his pack mates and headed to the field.Seeing this, she continued without looking at the audience. "Ralph Linnington, Cuzner Louis, Ryan Cooper, Juliet Ackley... Hmm, interesting. Romeo Bierton, Urwin Zacksfield, Gilbert Dallison, Zain Dumphy, Zachary Braxton, Eaden Kaine, Zyair Leoson, Liam Brooks, Vincent Rangecroft, Jade Daliby, Erwin Zacksfield, Karlin Naylor, Johns
5 minutes later. The female fluters danced around the drummers who seemed to be in a competition of their own. At one point, two more ladies joined the group, each carrying a small bowl. They danced around the two men in front. After a while, they both poured the contents of the bowl- milk- on the female singer’s head. Then they helped her stand and danced together with her. Soon the entire group danced around the ring thrice before ending the performance, hands across their chest. The singer was an exception as she had her left hand on her waist, beckoning at the audience with the other while wearing a provocative smile.The audience applauded their performance as the troupe left the field unhurriedly. Not long after that, Ms Charlotte returned to the platform and expressed gratitude to the troupe for their amazing performance.“The fun’s about to begin. The rules of the matches today are simple. No cheating! No shifting! No killing! Injuries can be featured. Supports cannot give
"You still have a chance to admit defeat, Emberlyn." the man warned.She shook her head in refusal. "No. I don't do such a thing. How can I just give up without even trying? I'll bring shame to my pack."He scoffed. "You'll bring shame whichever way since you'll be defeated by me.""Who are you to decide my fate?" she questioned with a frowning face as both of them started walking around each other slowly.At the referee's whistle, they charged at each other with battle cries, their nails changing into claws.*** Alpha Chase didn't bother going to the venue today. He was only interested in the winning Alphaless pack that would have a new Alpha. Therefore, he didn't need to sit and watch the battles at the venue in person. He simply called the officials of the competition with the excuse that he was unwell but would be present tomorrow surely. In his lodged residence, he was watching the battles being displayed on the huge tv screen while half-seated on the comfy bed, his back restin
However, his phone rang again after two minutes. Lazily picking it up from where he kept it, he answered the call."Hello...""You idiot! Why did you even bother calling this number... Oh sorry, Alpha Chase. My stupid son was the one who called you, haha." Chase could recognise this voice. It belonged to a friend from another pack. Both attended the same school and then they were separated after graduation. He had also changed his number and only important individuals had it. "Henley..." he muttered."Pal, it's been a long since I heard your voice.""Yeah," Chase agreed, his eyes still fixed on the Tv screen. "How did you get my number?""A secret, my dear.""You can die with the secret then." Chase replied in a bored tone. "Fella, are you alright?""(scoff) You talk as if you know me.""Of course, I know you well, Alpha Chase. I think you're bothered about something.""Hey, all Alphas are bothered about the welfare of their pack, alright." Chase snapped."Yeah, I know that, Alpha K
"Weakling!" Eaden chuckled on seeing his opponent's plight. "I'm gonna crush you." he spat."Hey, stop spitting on me. Disgusting!" Mel complained."Oh, my saliva is what you worry about, huh?" Eaden finally overpowered Mel and punched him in the face."Damn, that hurts. My mate is watching me. I gotta make her proud." Mel said as he pushed Eaden off him. He sat on his opponent's body and landed heavy blows to Eaden's face. "Your punches are weak, dude," Eaden threw Mel off him and rose.Mel tried to rise but Eaden kicked his gut hard, sending him to an edge of the ring before walking over as Mel struggled to rise.“You’re not even enough for me to beat. How disappointing!” Eaden raised Mel by the neck with his left hand and then spat on him.“You were worried about my saliva. Now I spit on you. What can you do?”Mel’s nails elongated into claws and he stuck them in his opponent’s arms forcing Eaden to let go of him.“Now you resort to this. Pathetic!” Eaden’s nails lengthened too. “L
Back at the venue, Lavana and the other 5 pack members were at the costume hall. Mel's bone had been reset successfully. He could move his hand now but not too much as he was still healing. He and the other 4 thanked Lavana effusively. Blood Star pack would be at the Finals tomorrow and it was possible because of her!Even if she can fly and vanish, she can't use any of these abilities in that ring and neither can she use her really long claws. She didn't have much experience in battle but with her strength, she secured a place for them. They all had changed back to the outfits they had come to the venue with. Then they headed back to the field to stand with the other 3 packs that made it to the finals.Charlotte addressed them for a while before sending them off the field amidst applause from everyone. Most were clapping mainly for one person- the female that impressed them.Several Alphas watched as Lavana walked to Phoenix and sat beside him. He placed a kiss on her forehead and c
Wiyzh-Sybylle Landia Imperial Ceremony hall. 9:00 am. The venue was a gigantic hall built with numerous gleaming gemstones, all having different shades of white, regardless of shape and quality. Surrounding the hall at a reasonable distance from each other were a few golden statues of various fairytale beasts. Numerous shrubs with white or silver flowers could be seen in the large area. If one flew above the hall, he'd see that the flowers surrounding the venue in specific spots actually formed the symbol of love— a heart. There were also some large trees of different heights possessing rose gold trunks, white leaves and silver bell-shaped fruits at random spots, adding to the beauty of the environment. Several beautiful and colourful little effervescent birds were singing in harmony on the branches of those trees, blessing the ears of whoever heard their wonderful melody. White and golden butterflies made from light magic could be seen fluttering their wings around the area. The
"Oh, selfless, huh? Fine, my bride would prefer to see you alive anyway. I'll just take you with me," he looked at the pink snake, "You have any problem with that?" Echidna hastily responded, "No, No! You can take him with you, sir. It's an honour," Phoenix lifted a brow, "You give him up so easily?""I have assurance that since you aren't killing any of us today, you'll take care of my son. Besides, he's too disobedient,""Mom!" Tamesis couldn't believe his mother said that."Your son can only visit you once a year after this. You still want me to take him?" Phoenix questioned with a raised brow."Sure. I'll give you as many treasures. I also know that by the time he returns next year, he'll be more mature and obedient,""Okay. You guys wait out here. I'll take whatever treasures that interest me myself," without waiting for their reply, Phoenix vanished. He reappeared a few minutes later with a star-shaped gleaming purple stone.All of them looked hesitant. This stone was located
The young Vulkhaen finally reached its destination. The part of the cave that was very specious had a lake below. The lake's water was refined and of great purity.In the big lake, 25 snakes of different sizes and colours- big and small- swam with glee and the largest of them- a black-coloured snake- was on the shore just watching. Suddenly it perceived a familiar smell and its golden eyes lit up.Turning its head, it found to its delight that its suspicions were correct- the runaway youngling was back! "Father!" the runagate snake flew down to the shore of the lake and coiled its head around his father's."You finally know to come back, huh?""Yes, father. I'm so sorry. I won't ever defy your orders again. Please forgive me,""It's ok, son. As long as you know and acknowledge your wrong, it's fine. Hey guys, Tamesis is back!" Immediately, all the snakes left the water and flew to shore the moment their wings sprouted."Son, you finally returned," a feminine voice was heard from the
Wiyzh-Sybylle LandiaImperial Sacred Ceremony Ground. Those watching had anxious looks on their faces. The king put on a calm expression, even though his heart was thumping in his chest.But at the moment, he saw Phoenix's hair turn silver with cerulean ends, the calmness on his face fled, getting substituted by anxiousness. ‘Gosh! He’s planning to use his powers?’ the king became even more anxious. No, this mirror had to be stopped from showing any further happening. He didn’t care what people might say; he was king, who were they to complain?But Phoenix suddenly faced the beast with his back and then smiled, giving a signal that the king should let things happen as it should. Worst case, he’ll just present this strong beast's head when he comes out of the portal. The king sighed defeatedly. The first prince had resolved that if the people present on the ceremony ground found out he was actually a sorcerer and not a high-level wizard as they believed for so many years, so be it!
Forbidden Forest. Lavana’s mate exited the portal, landing on the ground on his feet. He steadied himself and saw the portal quickly close. Looking around with his now glowing viridian eyes to see where he was currently, all he could see were tall and wide sturdy trees that could likely be a few hundred or maybe a thousand years old. Their rough trunks were wrapped by various thin or thick golden vines. There were also numerous shrubs, each having different leaf colours. A few of them were known but the majority he couldn't identify. Hence, he had to be careful since the possibility of poisonous or lethal shrubs being amongst the plants was high. Ahead of him was thick white fog and it served as the gateway to the lair of the creatures he was to defeat tonight, Silgioth- ranking first on the top dangerous beasts’ list. He had told the king that this was what he wanted, so the king had the portal drop him right near its dwelling in this taboo forest. In addition to being hard to se
“Greatness of Wiyzh-Sybylle Landians!" the king called out solemnly, with his sceptre raised.In response, the others who were holding sceptres also raised theirs upwards. A resounding "For Eternity!' was heard from all subjects present.The king and the subjects repeated this action two more times, before putting down their sceptres. The satisfied king nodded with a small smile. "Tonight, we’re all gathered here for a special occasion. My son, Prince Phoenix has found a beautiful flower, the mate gifted to him by the goddess. All required rituals have been done up to this point. Now, it is time for him to demonstrate that he can guard the precious flower that he has found, from danger, even at the cost of his life. He will enter the forbidden forest and return by midnight with the head of a dangerous creature. With its teeth, he will make a special necklace for his bride. The beast's core, he will use as the pendant and engrave his name!”“Aye!” the crowd yelled, full of pep. “I, he
Two days later,First Wiz prince's abode,Phoenix's chamber,8:55 pm.Phoenix was back to normal; Now, he could wear clothes and touch himself without feeling any sort of discomfort. Lavana had long been taken away to her assigned residence to be provided special beauty treatments and perform a few other essential rites that required only the bride's presence. According to custom, the couple weren't to see or talk to each other physically before the wedding ceremony.On his part, he had to pass one more test meant for royalty, and that was to bring back the head of a dangerous creature in the forbidden forest- As assurance that he could protect his bride!It was to be done tonight, beginning from 10 pm to midnight- the task had to be done in two hours or less.He had just one hour before beginning the trial. Currently, his hair is neatly tied in a bun, his upper and lower eyelids are painted black and there is a necklace on his neck made from a conscious beast's dark brown teeth. His
The King and his wife were seated on his consort's scepter Alvana, heading towards the monarch's residence slowly."Extreme pain at being touched..." the queen pondered, "If anyone who touches Phoenix makes him feel a lot of pain, then why could his mate touch him without increasing the pain?" she wondered out loud."Probably because she's a mermaid?" the king guessed, "You know, it's rumoured that their touch is comforting to an afflicted soul," The queen sagely nodded, "It could be the case. I can understand that our son is a hybrid, being a wiz and Alpha Blood, that's why there are blurs covering his special places. But his mate is the same! Since when do mermaids have blurs? That didn't look like some sort of magic spell that shields others from seeing the private places either. It's sort of natural,"The king let out a defeated sigh, "Darling, you know she's capable of producing a fireball,""Yeah, I saw that. Even telekinesis!""Lavana is actually tribrid," the king revealed via
She made the pot levitate from the stunned doctor's hands and fly over to her. While it was still levitating, a small fireball materialised atop her right hand, shocking the others. Peter knew she had fire and ice powers, so he wasn't too shocked. But making things levitate, well, that was a first. "Okay, don't increase the fire, maintain it for five minutes," the doctor ordered after regaining his calm and she nodded her agreement. Anything, she would do, as long as Phoenix became well again. She couldn’t lose her darling mate!Doctor Alstein took out several coloured fresh herbs from his second spatial ring and put them in a white porcelain mortar taken out from his first spatial ring. He picked up the pestle that was in it and started pounding it with the right amount of strength required. Then he added some strange-looking fruits taken out of his second storage ring and continued pestling. When he was done, he squeezed out the essential dark green liquid from the crushed stuff i