Chapter 3: Soul Sealing Sword

The ground shook and I saw how large vines crawled inside the hall. I looked at Queen Romina and saw her eyes turned to fiery green. I didn’t waste time and made my own move. I formed the dragon’s bow—a blazing bow that could make a fire arrow that could burn anything. I aimed Ren who’s now cutting the large vines attacking him. I thought it would hit him, but just when it was about to hit the part of his chest where his heart lies, he moved as fast as lightning.

He threw a ball of dark energy towards Queen Romina that slammed her to the wall. It all happened too fast, I wasn’t able to move.

The queen coughed blood and my lips parted. I quickly ran towards her side. That was a big blow, it must have badly injured her.

“Mother, are you alright?”

She struggled to give me a nod but I know she can no longer fight with her condition. Her body is weak. During those days she locked herself, she hadn’t eaten anything. If she would receive another blow from Ren, I’m afraid her body won’t be able to take it.

“You should stay back, Mother. I will fight him as much as I am allowed to. I’m sure there are people coming to help us.” I glared at Ren. He must be lying when he said that Demitri and the rest are dead. That couldn’t be possible. King Arthur was with them and I trust Demitri and Martin’s skills in fighting. There’s no way they would be defeated by this bastard.

“But Ophelia, you can’t…” she trailed off and her gaze drifted down to my abdomen.

I know. I’m afraid, too. I’m afraid that I would put my child’s life in a big risk, but if I would do nothing all of us will be killed here. I just need to be careful while buying time.

“I can’t just leave and let you sacrifice yourself for us, Mother. Demitri will never forgive me if I do that.”

“He will not forgive me too if anything will happen to you and your child. And I will also never forgive myself if that happens. You are already a daughter to me, Ophelia, and the child you are bearing is my first grandchild, the heir to the throne. If someone is to be sacrificed, it should be me and not either of you.”

“What a dramatic scene this is,” Ren suddenly butt in.

I threw a ball of fire to him but he dodged and smirked at me.

“You heard Her Majesty. She wants to die in your stead. Such a touching act, isn’t it? If I were you, I would choose to save myself, dear Ophelia. What’s wrong if the queen dies, anyway? She’s weak and getting old. Without her and her bloodline, you can have the throne for yourself. I can be your king and we can rule the world together.” It was followed by his burst of laughter.

I clenched my fist so hard I felt like I would break my own fingers. I stood in front of Queen Romina, holding my blazing bow.

“You are not qualified to be a king. You will never be,” I said before I sent him a rain of dragon arrows.

His evil laughter echoed as he blocked the arrows with his sword. It pissed me more seeing how he’s enjoying this. I figured he’s not just an evil asshole but also a lunatic.

“I am already the king of Frostville, Ophelia. And soon I will also be the king of this kingdom and will later on be the king of all kingdoms. I’m giving you a choice. If you marry me, I will give you the world as my queen. Be wise, sweetheart. Choose wisely.”

“You talk too much.” I hissed and stomped on the ground. Fire flowed from where I was standing towards where Ren was.

He leaped and launched an attack. He must have figured it out that I only want to fight him in long range. I was about to move to defend myself but my lips fell open when I couldn’t.

I braced myself for the pain it would give me, but to my surprise, I heard Raja’s growl and Ren was slammed to the opposite wall.

‘That was close, My Lady. I apologize,’ Raja said. ‘His pet is old and quite experienced.’

“No. You just came on time.”

I hurried to Queen Romina and helped her stand.

“We need to leave, Mother.” If only I’m not pregnant, I know I stand a chance against Ren but I couldn’t take the risk. At this point, the only thing we could do is escape and seek for help.

“Wait,” Queen Romina said and closed her eyes for a moment. Her forehead creased and tried to concentrate as if she was trying to talk to someone in her mind.

“What was that?” I asked when she was done.

“I relayed some message through the nature. I hope it will reach Rousiana soon and your father will come to help us.”

Right. Father could help. He’s a king and has his own men. But it will take time if they would travel through land. Orion could help since he could make a portal but he’s not in the kingdom at the moment. Lucia and him are in the West Rail and will stay there for the next months to make contributions in the newly built academy.

“I hope so. But for now, we should leave.”

She nodded and I was about to guide her out when I heard Raja’s pained growl.

My eyes widened when I looked at him. Ren is floating in the air with his sword pierced through Raja’s chest.

“No!” I cried.

My tears fell when I saw the glowing symbol in the blade. Even if it was the first time I saw it, I was sure… it was the Soul Sealing sword.

My knees trembled.

‘I apologize if I failed to protect you, My Lady. Till we meet again…’ Raja said to my mind and it was the last time I heard his voice.