Nyx's POV "Sylvia" Aunt Gacia replied and pulled out a cloak from the wall, revealing a magnificent clear mirror. "Wow," I felt my jaw drop to the floor as my eyes stuck to my reflection which was staring back at me through the mirror. Then it hit me, "My mom wants to talk? When did she start caring about my welfare?" I asked with an eye roll while folding my hands under my breast. "Stop Nyx, you are only misunderstanding this whole arrangement. Trust me Niece, this whole act, all of this is just for your own good and nothing more" Aunt Gacia's said in a pleading tune. I only scoffed and turned my face away from her "What more is there to understand Aunt Garcia? I don't need a reminder that I am a fragile being who has not transformed even when she is already past the age. Sylvia is clearly disappointed in me Aunt Garcia, I can't bear to see the look on her face or the disdain in her tune if I eventually talk to her" "Nyx, you need to understand that Sylvia is still your moth
Nyx's POV I heard some mumbling and then shuffling and strained my ears while asleep. Suddenly the sounds died down and the room returned to its silent state. I snuggled into my pillow intending to fall asleep again when the mumbling sound came again. My eyes fluttered open, slowly taking in my environment. Narin sat crosslegged on her bed with two sticks of incense smoldering at the end that was lit and releasing fragrant smoke into the atmosphere. The stick burns slowly, and as it does, the smoke travels up the length of the stick, creating beautiful patterns and swirls in the air. The scent of the incense filled the room, creating a calming and relaxing atmosphere. A small portrait lay in between the burning sticks and I needed not to be reminded whose picture it is. I watched Narin as she mumbled words of prayers while twirling a beady bracelet in her hands for some time before climbing down from my bed quietly. My body ached from the sleeping position I lay in, so I walk
Nyx's POV I felt my cheeks flare up in embarrassment and was about to turn to her only to bump into someone and spilling almost all my food on them. "Freak! Watch it will you!" I stared at Penelope who was standing in front of me with a terribly soiled uniform, yes you got that right, she was the one I bumped into. "Oh dear, sorry I misplaced you for a trash can but come to think of it, you actually look it" I mocked watching as Penelope's face turned red with anger. "One piece of advice Pen" I whispered and went closer to her ear, "You are not pretty so stop acting like you are, it's blinding" I gave her a thumbs up. "I wish you have a nice day today witch" I muttered, giving her a smug smile. "How dare you!" Penelope grabbed me in anger and almost hit me when Cindy came rushing in a flash of speed in her direction and slamming her to the wall while holding onto her neck. "I wouldn't try that next time if I were you" Cindy's voice was low and threatening. She bored holes insi
Nyx's POV I felt like a bucket of ice had been dumped on my body when Narek left after his warning which sounded much more creepy than it really is. Sensing that I was running late to Mrs. McMillan's class, I dragged my feet to the venue and tried my best to concentrate on her teaching. I tried to forget about Narek's words but the more I tried, the more I was filled with dread about what the reality is. Liz could be evil but what baffles me is why I am her prey, what does she want from me? The bell for recess went after my last class and I hurried down to the cafeteria to meet with Narin and if possible, the other members of the Rebels to discuss this with them. I was relieved to see Cindy sitting at the same table with Narin and made a beeline straight to their sitting position forfeiting my earlier plans of getting something to eat first. "Good thing you're here Nyx" Narin smiled when I joined them. " Yea" I return the smile and turned to Cindy, "I'm happy that you are here
Nyx's POV I picked up my phone and stared at the message with furrowed brows. Narin had written that she had a project to do in school and would not be coming back until late in the evening. "At least she would make it before curfew. There is no cause for alarm, Narin can always take care of herself " I told myself and proceeded to prepare for my training with Narek. After putting on a loose-fitting tracksuit I deemed perfect for easy movement during my training, I made my way to the ancient temple while practicing some of the moves Narek thought me from our last session together. Narek was engaged in a serious conversation with someone inside the temple and the moment I pushed the huge entrance door open, they both turned to me. "I... I'm sorry. I didn't mean to interrupt" I apologized with a nervous smile, looking over at Narek's guests whose face was covered with a veil. "Welcome Nyx. Go over to the back and start practicing. I will join you soon" Narek ordered and I nodded
Narin's POV Earlier that same day I watched Ms. Toddleboar, our teacher for 'Care of creatures' mix some ingredients into a pot that was glowing with a light green mixture with utmost concentration. Only that, she is not the teacher for our Alchemy class or like we prefer to call it, potion-making class but she is only filling in for Mr. Wood, a troll like her but he reported sick and so couldn't attend his class. Ms. Toddleboar was doing just fine, her knowledge of lots of courses is fascinating and she is kind too. Her classes are always interesting and exciting too, just like this one. But as always, her shoes find a way to amuse me whenever I am in her class. "If you were being attentive in your herbology classes, you will notice that many herbs are useful. Every plant is unique and has its special ability in seeing to our wellbeing. For the experiment, we will be using the chamomile plant to finish the preparation of the healing portion" she explained and began to crush
Nyx's POV I kept smiling to myself as I walked through the bush path leading to the ancient temple the next day. Narin's revelation about Benson's confession to her which was actually her ever first made me chuckle when it flashed in my mind. As a good friend, I advised her to give him a chance to be friends with her, she could find a lot more about him in the process and if they end up falling in love, then so be it. I entered the temple just as Narek was about to throw some clothes over his very attractive body. His tan skin glistened under the light in the room and his tight, chiseled abs got my eyes stuck to it. I swallowed harshly and traced my eyes from his exposed waistline up to his abs and slightly hairy chest then his face. Narek is breathtakingly hot, I tried to take my eyes away from him but his beauty had me trapped, I was practically drooling over my instructor. His eyes suddenly met with mine and I gasped in fear, burying my eyes in my hands like I had been ca
Nyx's POV "Excuse me?" I returned, straining my ears to be sure I heard him correctly. He only repeated his earlier request with a gesture on his face. I scoffed, "I should have known that appreciating you is of no use. You've always been a jerk Otis, can't believe for once I thought you've changed" I spat with disgust eyeing him dangerously. "I have" he stood up from his seat, "I have changed Nyx but you don't want to see it, you still think of me as an egoistic, stupid Alpha who is always trying to get on your nerves" "That is because you leave me no choice Otis, I mean what is this? Strip just to prove I'm grateful? How stupid? You expect me to believe you were changed when you are still a dickhead" I slammed. "Everything I have done is only to get your attention. I know I have done way crazy and stupid things to you. I bullied you, shared wrong information to keep friends away from you, had you given stupid mocking names, but trust me Nyx, I was being a jerk to have your at