❄️ CHAPTER 40 ❄️ END OF FLASHBACK " After his deal of money with the King of all Dark Genie, we both got married and I gave birth to Axion. But then...Axion wrecked everything for me " Medusa continued, her eyes turning dark purple and fist tightening in anger. " The moment the King of all Dark Genie set his eyes on Axion, he fell in love with him and all of sudden altered his mind and decided to make him the next king... " He shoved me aside to second place and wanted to place my son above me. He wanted to make him the ruler, something that should be rightfully mine! " She thundered. " I toiled so hard for hundreds of years to be the queen but he just tossed all my hard work away just because of that useless son of mine! He fucking tried taking what's mine, mine! " By the time Kelsey was done, Phoenix was petrified. She was shocked to the bone if possible to her marrows. She only gaped at Medusa with parted lips. " When Axion turned 12, I made another stupid mistake by runni
❄ CHAPTER 41 ❄ Axion can be seen in his office at home, going through a file when out of a sudden... " Axion!! " He heard Phoenix scream his name making him jerk. " Phoenix? " He mumbled, getting up and dashing out of the office to his room. He was more than shocked when he didn't see Phoenix in bed. Her voice came up again in his head and his body hair stood in alarm as a bad feeling consumed him. It was a feeling his Phoenix was in danger. Almost immediately, a vision appeared to him. In the vision he could see Phoenix lying helplessly on the floor, covered in blood and calling out for him, in a weak state. His eyes poked out in great horror. " Phoenix! " He exclaimed and disappeared instantly. He reappeared in the room Phoenix was in. Seeing her in great pain, he too felt a sharp pain pierce his heart. He instantly hurried to her. " Phoenix " He called softly, squatting before her and placing her head on his lap. Seeing him, " Axion " Phoenix smiled faintly. " Sush " Axio
❄️ CHAPTER 42 ❄️ " That's how much she loves you. But the question is...do you love her, Axion? " Glinda questioned and he immediately snapped his head up, looking at her. " I don't know, aunt " He mumbled truthfully, playing with his fingers nervously. " Do you feel anything at all for her? " Glinda asked and he nodded slowly. " I suddenly want to be with her aunt...always. I long for her every passing second and I want to protect her. Seeing her in pain is killing. It feels as though my heart is tearing apart whenever I see her in tears. I also feel a sense of fulfillment whenever I'm with her. Her smile is enough to make me smile too " Hearing all these, a satisfactory grin formed on Glinda's lips and she couldn't help the chuckle that left her lips. It was confirmed already. Axion loves Phoenix, there are no two ways about it. THE NEXT DAY Axion can be seen driving with Phoenix beside him in the car. They were leaving for some shopping and it was actually Axion's idea. He
❄️ CHAPTER 43 ❄️ " Hello...little brother " These words were like waves of shock that struck Axion's brain and his jaw almost lowered to the ground. Little brother? How? Who is this man standing before him and why do they look exactly alike? " So nice to finally meet you after 27 years of waiting " Corbin's grin was an evil one that had so many emotions lurking behind it. " By the way...I'm Corbin and I'm back " He reached out his hand for a shake but Axion only gaped at him like he was so sort of a mad man. Corbin frowned in disapproval but then, he scoffed. " Oh, I forgot. You don't even remember me...do you? " One could see and feel the pain and disappointment behind his scoff as he snarled at Axion with all the hatred he has for him evident in his dangerous gray eyes. Ever since he was born, Medusa had always tormented and inflicted pain on him in that dungeon whilst instigating him against Axion. And now all he yearns for is to rip Axion apart right away but...not so fast. F
❄ CHAPTER 44 ❄ " While doing some research, I came across a book that revealed the easiest way to kill a Dark Genie. The book talked about a particular Golden Dagger. It says the dagger is powerful enough to paralyze a Genie's power and eventually kills him or her " Glinda disclosed and Phoenix and Axion beamed. " Where can we get that dagger from? " They both questioned. " According to what I know, there is only one person who keeps and safeguards the Golden dagger " " Who? " The duo stared at her in anticipation. " A very ruthless wizard...Alastair " According to Glinda, Alastair was Melinoe's first lover and Gianna's father who abandoned her after accusing her of cheating. He later came back but it was too late as he watched a group of Dark Genie destroys Melinoe's kingdom. He cunningly stole the Golden Dagger as a counterattack and has been on the run since then. It was years later that Ashley, Phoenix's mother, crossed part with him and found out the way to his secret
❄ CHAPTER 45 ❄ Phoenix strode down the path leading to Alastair's clan. It was finally time to meet him but Glinda didn't let her go unprepared. She did a great job with the makeover that made her look more like Ashley than Phoenix. She also cast a spell on her that entirely changed her voice to Ashley's and told her everything there is to know about Alastair. Phoenix's heart throbbed in fear and nervousness as she came to a halt right before the door. She is about to meet with a wizard pretending to be her mother and she couldn't help but be nervous. Exhaling deeply to steady her racing heart, she stepped in. Right there standing by the mirror, was Alastair who was backing her and all dressed up. Unlike before when everything in his clan was unkempt and old, everywhere was sparkling neat and decorated beautifully. In the middle was a table fashioned with flowers, roses to be specific with a jar of wine and cups. Alastair turned gracefully and the moment his eyes landed on the bea
❄ CHAPTER 46 ❄ " Why don't you figure it out yourself...Phoenix? " Phoenix's eyes broadened and her heart almost jumped out of her chest. Did Alastair just call her Phoenix? She gulped nothing, deciding to play cool. " Erm...excuse me? " She chuckled nervously and Alastair slammed the door tight, startling her. " A daughter pretending to be her mother..what will I call that? " Alastair raised a brow at Phoenix whose heart digested into her stomach. Shit! He knows. She's busted. " How did you find out? " She tried not to stutter. Her question made Alastair crack up in a laugh, much to her surprise. And just like a fading wind, his laughter was wiped off and replaced with a fierce glare. " What were you thinking, Phoenix? That I won't be able to differentiate between Ashley and someone else? " He scoffed, stepping closer. Phoenix bit on her lips, keeping her head up to show she wasn't deterred by his glare. " I'm a wizard if I'd gladly remind you of that. And I know Ashley more
❄ CHAPTER 47 ❄ " Fine then. Get on your knees and beg me, Axion " Axion gazed down at Phoenix on the bed before looking up at the buckets of acids above her as Corbin's words played on his head and he grew weak instantly. No, he can't lose Phoenix. He can't bear watching her scream in anguish if the acids pour on her. He'd rather it pours on him. Looking at the evil grin on Corbin's face he was certain he meant what he said. He could just easily fight Corbin because he too is a Dark Genie and possess powers but...he knows that Corbin is way stronger than him. He is a full Dark Genie while he is a half Genie and their powers can't be compared. With all these going on inside his mind and not having an option, Axion crouched to the floor on his knees, his head bowed in shame. Corbin beamed in excitement staring down at him. " Please Corbin...keep Phoenix out of this. Please don't hurt her and do to me whatever you want instead " Axion's pleading sounded like a melody to Corbin's ear
🌺 EPILOGUE 🌺 Soon they were done bathing and dressed up. Axion was combing Phoenix's hair while she giggled still thinking of their baby's first kick. A knock came on their door just then. " I'll go answer it " Axion volunteered and left for the door. He opened it and there was Glinda with a tray of food and a smile on her face. " Good morning aunt " Axion greeted. " Good morning my dear. I made breakfast for you two " Glinda replied and walked in. " Tamara and Lola are back from the holiday I sent them. When I figured out who Medusa was, I had to send them away so she won't use them for her evil plan in any way. You can go visit them now " She strode up to Phoenix and placed the tray on the table. " Aunt " Phoenix beamed on seeing her. " How are you doing my dear? And the baby? " Glinda cupped her face. She has become a mother to Phoenix these past months. " We're both fine. It's just Axion. He has been acting like a dick head these days" She teasingly pouted and Axion gla
❄ CHAPTER 72 ❄ The King of all Dark Genie slumped to the floor and let out a peal of painful laughter, not minding that Axion had stabbed him again in intense rage. He was giving his last happy laugh seeing as Corbin was lying dead on the floor next to Glinda and Phoenix who were crying. He was going to die for sure but yes, he made sure to ruin their happiness before doing so, at least now he can go in peace. Axion yelled in anger and jabbed him continually with the dagger, his tears rolling down without control. Even in his last breath, this beast ruined the chance he had with his elder brother. He is just bent on ruining him! They both were supposed to live happily ever after together and make up for those 27 years they were apart. Corbin deserved a second chance. He shouldn't have stood in his place! Now his elder brother died because of him and because of this heartless Devil. Who is going to call him little brother now? With all the rage in him, Axion stabbed him until he ma
❄️ CHAPTER 71 ❄️ Pulling the dagger out, his cloth already stained with her blood, " Goodbye, Medusa. I hope to see you soon...back in hell! " He spits in disgust. With the dagger still dripping blood, Corbin extended his arm and the orb reappeared. And then he set off, resuming his search for the heart. ................ " Lucifer " Phoenix called out to the face of the Devil and his eyes widened in horror. And for the first time, he felt fear and his Golden heart started beating wildly. His name was his prestige, his honor, and hearing it from the mouth of a mere mortal was his weakness. It made him insecure. Since the first King of the Dark Genies began up until now, no one has ever known or found any of their names. So how did she figure out his name? How? Seeing the shock on his face, Phoenix snorted and glanced at Axion who was smirking. So his name was Lucifer after all. For once they thought that since he normally uses the title 'Devil', his name will be something diff
❄ CHAPTER 70 ❄ FAST-FORWARD " To kill the King of all Dark Genie, you all need to go to the Lone Forest and find his heart. Inside his heart dwells all his power, his caged feelings, and weaknesses. When you find his heart, destroy it with the Golden Dagger. Doing so will render him to nothing but a mere, weak mortal...then, you can easily slay him with only but one strike of the Dagger into his chest." " But note...only a Dark Genie can find his heart and only a Dark Genie should strike him down with the Golden Dagger..." Glinda narrated in detail all that Narcissa told her to Axion, Phoenix, and Corbin who were all preparing and getting themselves ready for the battle ahead. Tonight was just the perfect time to end that Devil. In the Lone Forest, for the first time after 500 years, there will be a Golden Moon summoned by the Devil himself. This means the Golden Dagger will be more effective tonight. Meanwhile, in his dark cave, the King of all Dark Genie had reckoned
❄ CHAPTER 69 ❄ Axion pushed Phoenix off and stormed out. He was fuming in rage and his was aching badly. He got to the garden and stopped, ruffling his hair in frustration. " How could she give our child to that Devil just that easily? What the fuck was she thinking?! " He yelled angrily. Crouching to the beach, he face-palmed himself and started crying. While still crying, he felt a hand on his shoulder prompting him to look up only to see Corbin standing beside him. He looked away, sniffing back his tears. Corbin stretched out a handkerchief which he reluctantly accepted. " Do you want to talk about it? " Corbin spoke up after a moment of silence. " Why did she strike such a deal with that monster? What is going to happen to my child now? " Axion blurted out. Corbin sighed and settled beside him. " Why don't you try to put yourself in her shoes? What would you have done if you were her? " He inquired. " She should have just let me die! It would have been better than ruining ou
❄️ CHAPTER 68 ❄️ The Devil erupted in a loud, hoax laughter making Phoenix shoot him a hard glare. " What the fuck are you doing?! Let them go, now! " She roared angrily. " Calm down, Phoenix. You aren't able to move because I said so. The instance you do, those spears you see over there will pierce straight into their head and...dead! " Uncontrolled tears flooded Phoenix's eyes as she glanced at Axion and Corbin. This is all her fault. She shouldn't have allowed them to go ahead despite her instinct warning her about the danger. Why didn't she listen to it? " Listen to me Phoenix. The life of your mate and that of his brother is in your hands. I might decide to let them go if you tell me what you're ready to give me in return. So tell me, how far can you go to save your Axion? " " Just let them go! Why won't you just let us be?! What have we ever done to you?! " Phoenix yelled angrily as her tears rolled down. " Mind how you talk to me, young lady! " The Devil thundered. "
❄ CHAPTER 67 ❄ " The King of all Dark Genie's name? Does he really have one? " Axion couldn't help but ask. Glinda and Corbin we're back from the library and had told Axion and Phoenix about their discovery. They were all having a discussion. " For this book to mention something like it, then he definitely does have a name " Glinda presumed. " Erm...maybe his name is Lucifer, I mean that's the common name for a Devil like him " Corbin chipped in. " I don't think so. If his name was Lucifer then he wouldn't be using the word 'Devil' all the time because it will be a lot easier for us to point out his real name " Phoenix reasoned and they all nodded in approval. " I think his name will be a simple one but it will be way more difficult for us to figure it out. Maybe we can try finding someone who knows his name or isn't there? " Axion demanded. " I think Medusa might be the only person who knows his name. She is his most loyal worshipper after all and also his woman but you know he
❄ CHAPTER 66 ❄ Axion slowly opened his eyes and the first person it landed on was Phoenix. His eye beamed on seeing her. He was lying on a bed with Phoenix seated by his side and holding his hand while Glinda was standing beside Phoenix. They both smiled broadly seeing he was awake. " Axion " Phoenix flashed him a smile and he slowly sat up. Before he could even say a word, she hugged him. He was confused at first but still returned the hug. " I'm so happy you're fine. I missed you so much " Phoenix cried, placing a kiss on his neck. " What happened, momma? " He asked softly and Phoenix pulled out. " I understand you don't remember anything but that doesn't matter. I'd explain everything to you later. Right now, you need to get enough rest to replenish all the strength you've lost, ok?" She explained and he nodded without objecting. He was about to lie back down when Corbin entered. He had been standing outside, contemplating whether or not to come in. He was ashamed to face Axi
❄ CHAPTER 65 ❄ AT THE HOSPITAL Phoenix was resting on the bed with Glinda beside her, squeezing her hand reassuringly as they wait for the doctor to come back with the test result. Corbin was also present. The door opened and the doctor finally entered. Seeing the doctor, the tension in Phoenix only increased. " Doctor, what does the result say? " Glinda asked and the doctor passed the test result to her. As she opened the envelope, a smile crept up the doctor's lips. " Congratulations Miss, you're three days pregnant " She announced and shock went down Phoenix whose eyes almost popped out. " What?! " She exclaimed and the doctor chuckled. " I'm...pregnant? " It was more like a question as she stared down at her tummy. Glinda on the other hand was more than happy to hear the good news. She immediately hugged Phoenix. " Congratulations my dear. Axion will be more than happy to hear this " She chuckled happily. " How is that even possible? " Was the only question going on in Phoe