"You can see now, so why do you still carry that walking stick with you?". I heard this and clenched my fist."It seems Alpha has forgotten this jade is not only a walking stick but also a weapon, how can I throw something so useful away?". I said and lowered my head not wanting to see his face. How could he ask something like that? This is the only gift I have received from him, how could I possibly throw it away... How annoying!He didn't say a word again so I kept quiet and enjoyed the silence. "Dinner is ready". Mom yelled from the kitchen and I stood up to help her set the table. "Mushroom brunch, Mac n cheese, and your favorite lamb meatballs with roasted carrots dig in". She said excitedly and sat down.I looked at the filled-up table and lowered my head, I just couldn't help but think, 'What if I didn't regain my sight? Will I be able to sit here and have dinner with them? Would he even spare me a glance?'. My head throbbed at this question."What is wrong with you two!". M
ETHAN'S POVVampire EmpireWe arrived right in front of the Empire, I immediately noticed something was wrong so I quietly headed to the guard's workoutroom."Your Highness, what happened? What are we doing here?". Natalie asked."Keep it down, can't you see everything has changed, even the guards at the gate have been replaced with Zeke's men". I replied before looking at the four guards with us."You should head back and join the army, they won't notice you were with me as long as you don't say a word". I said calmly but to my surprise they refused."Your Highness, we don't care, we shall stay with you!". Their voice echoed in the room."Yes your Highness, we don't mind what danger awaits, we will stay with you". Natalie added.I rubbed my temples before saying, "The reign has changed, Zeke is in charge now, I'm sure all he wants is my head! Staying with me won't do you any good, if you return to the army it will. Make things easier for everyone". "We understand Your Highness". They
knock!! knock!!"Who is it?". Maxwell answered. "Physician Maxwell, you have been summoned to the palace to check on His Majesty". The guard said." I almost forgot_". Maxwell muttered before replying to the guard, " Alright I will head there immediately". The guard left and an idea popped up in my head."I have a plan". I said."Do tell your Highness". Maxwell replied as he put on his Physician uniform."You have tons of artifacts right? Then you must have something that can change one's appearance, I will go to the palace with you as your assistant!", I explained."That is way too dangerous!". Mom immediately refused this idea."That is the only option we have, for two days I will need to stay with him to protect him so that you will be able to make the antidote". I faced Maxwell."Yes, your Highness". Maxwell replied before turning to Mom."Let me send you back Highness". He brought out the mirror and opened up a portal."Natalie, it's best you go with Mom". I turned to Natalie."
"I will go get the cure your Highness, but I will need my assistant to stay with His Majesty to ensure a stable condition". Maxwell said."Alright!". Zeke's Mom said but Zeke refuted it immediately,"No Mom!". "What do you mean no?". She asked him with a confused expression on her face, it was then I realized she didn't want Nicholas dead."Why would a mere servant get to stay with his Majesty?! Mom, think of what will happen if the word gets out, Father would be ridiculed". Zeke said."But_". Maxwell was about to speak but I signalled for him to keep quiet."That's right but_". Zeke's Mom said worriedly before Zeke cut in,"Don't worry Mom, I will keep checking on Father okay?". He assured and I internally rolled my eyes. "Alright". Zeke's Mom nodded before turning to Maxwell, "Go get the cure, I will be expecting you after a week, worry not I will reward you greatly!". She said making the other physicians jealous.Maxwell smiled and bowed, "Thank you, your Highness, I won't disapp
I went silent for a while and he said, "I would love to take your silence as a yes again...but then again it is not possible ". He then proceeded to sleep.I gritted my teeth and said, "You have not answered my question "."Hold on_ You are serious about this!". Maxwell said in shock and sat down."I want to awaken my wolf, Maxwell, tell me how". I said almost like I was pleading."You how hard we tried to activate just one side of your blood then, I have no idea how to awaken the wolf of a hybrid like you... But the old friend I told you about at Blood Moon pack, I'm sure she will be able to help you". Maxwell said and I sighed."Do you have a mate?", I asked him."No... I have not found her yet, but then again how can I find her when I'm in this empire filled with filthy vampires". Maxwell said and I could feel the pure disgust in his voice."Then what does it feel like to meet your mate?", I asked.Maxwell chuckled nervously before saying, "I don't have a mate I have not experience
Then why are you crying?". Ruby asked and I turned away from her to wipe my eyes."I'm not crying... Something just flew into my eyes", I said with a smile.Ruby didn't say anything even though she understood everything, she just nodded and said, "My lady I will go prepare your bath"."Sure", I nodded and replied and she left carrying the box in her hands.ETHAN'S POV6:00 AMI put on the servant uniform and the mermaid necklace with a smile on my face, I just can't wait to see her... I just hope there will be time to take this camouflage off."Your Highness, Should we get going?", Maxwell asked as he put on his brown bag."Yes", I replied but then the door suddenly opened and Natalie came in."Natalie?! Why are you here?", I asked."Greetings your Highness, Her Highness sent me here to give you this...", She said and brought out a white envelope. I collected it and examined it, seeing the paper was empty I understood Mother used the secret paper coated in milk to hide the content
I couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration for my little goddess. Despite the challenges she faced, she remained strong and determined, earning the respect of those around her through her courage and skill. I couldn't wait to see her and let her know how much I admired and missed her.We continued our journey towards the North Wing, the anticipation building with each step.Finally, we arrived at the entrance to the North Wing and I noticed the subtle change in the environment, the air got thicker making it hard to breathe, if I had not put on this disguise I could have passed through it easily but now I'm just a weak vampire.Maxwell brought out a yellow stone from his bag and the thick air dispersed revealing a different world. We were welcomed by a woman with kind eyes and a warm smile. She bowed respectfully to Maxwell before addressing him."Welcome, Rinn Maxwell. The great witch Agatha is expecting you. Please come in." She then led us to a cottage.Maxwell nodded and steppe
"I'm sorry my little flower 'sniff' I just can't help it 'sniff', I feel like a huge rock has been lifted off my chest". Aunt Agatha said and my expression changed."Why are you saying this Aunt? It's not like you are the one who made me blind in the first place ". I said to comfort her but unexpectedly her body immediately went stiff and she withdrew her hands from mine.Seeing the dreadful expression on everyone's face I asked, "What is wrong?".Aunt Jasmine patted my hands as if telling me to calm down but I can't because I don't understand what is happening! I don't understand why Aunt Agatha and everyone is acting so strange."Agatha, don't hide it from her any longer, let it all out". Aunt Jasmine said and I turned to her, "Tell me what? What are you all saying? What is going on?!". I yelled frustrated. I'm sorry for keeping you in the dark all this time after I tell you this if you end up hating me it's fine... I'll gladly accept it, just don't start too far from me okay, you k
"What a lovely way to start my day," I muttered with a rare smile, carefully holding Selene's letter. Her familiar scent of grapes and lavender still lingered on the paper, driving me crazy.Just as I began to read it again, a knock at the door disrupted the peace of the moment. My smile faltered slightly, but I immediately recognized the faint scent of metals; it could only be her."Come in, Natalie," I said without looking up, my voice calm but firm.The door creaked open, and Natalie stepped inside, her graceful movements and steady demeanour as composed as ever. She was one of the few in the empire who dared approach me unannounced. Her sharp eyes scanned the room before settling on me, and a faint smile tugged at her lips."Good morning, Your Highness," she greeted, her tone polite but laced with curiosity. "I see you've received something… interesting."I folded Selene's letter, "What is it, Natalie?" I asked, keeping my expression neutral. I wasn’t in the mood for small talk, n
ETHAN'S POVThe clash of swords rang in my ears, but my mind wasn’t in the fight. Every movement, every swing, every parry felt hollow, mechanical. I could tell Valdemar, my sparring partner, was growing frustrated. His strikes became sharper, more precise as if he was daring me to retaliate with the ferocity I was known for.But I didn’t. My thoughts were elsewhere—on her.Selene.She hadn’t replied to any of my letters. I’d sent so many, each carefully crafted yet desperate, hoping for some sign that she was okay. The silence gnawed at me like a huge rock was placed on my chest.“Crown Prince Ethan!” Valdemar’s sharp voice cut through the haze in my mind. His blade hovered a hair’s breadth from my chest. I hadn’t even registered his approach.My eyes narrowed, meeting his steely gaze. “What?” I snapped, my voice cold as ice.“You’re distracted,” he said bluntly, lowering his sword. “If this were a real fight, you’d be dead.”I sheathed my blade with a deliberate motion, the scrape o
"Sel," Claudio began, his voice steady but heavy with concern. "The celestial power sealed within you is breaking down. Your body can withstand it, but it will take time—and a lot of meditation—to adjust. As a result, you may experience temporary blindness whenever you tap into the celestial power."His words struck me like a thunderclap, silencing the thoughts racing through my mind. I swallowed hard, my voice trembling as I asked, "You’re saying every time I use the celestial power, there’s a risk of losing my sight?"Claudio nodded solemnly, his eyes meeting mine. "Yes. Today, I was able to cast a rejuvenating spell to help you find balance. Without it, you would have been without your sight for at least twenty-four hours.""A whole day…" I repeated, the weight of his words settling over me. I forced a sad smile, trying to mask the growing unease in my chest. "Well, that’s not as bad as I thought." I hesitated, glancing down at my hands before whispering, "For a moment, though, I t
My heart dropped again at my own words, the weight of them crashing down on me like a tidal wave.The darkness pressed in, thick and suffocating, wrapping around me like an old, cruel companion I had hoped to never meet again. It was the same as before—the endless void, the familiar feeling of weakness and helplessness. My body froze, unresponsive, while my mind spiralled into a panic."My lady!" Ruby's voice broke through the oppressive silence, sharp and filled with worry. I could hear her footsteps rushing toward me, the faint sound of paper rustling as the writing materials were pushed aside.My trembling hands rose to my face, my fingers brushing over my eyes. I blinked—once, twice—but the darkness remained. My chest tightened painfully as dread clawed its way up my throat."I… I don’t understand," I muttered, my voice barely a whisper. My words trembled as much as my hands.Ruby knelt beside me, her hands gently cupping my shoulders as she shook me lightly, trying to draw me bac
I didn’t want to make them worry again, so it seemed best to head back to my quarters. And yet, my heart ached with anticipation to read my Mate's letter. Just the thought of it warmed me in ways I hadn’t realized I needed. "I’ll send word to them," Ruby said, her voice steady, and I nodded in agreement. Hand in hand, we made our way back to my quarters. As we arrived, I noticed the six wolves guarding the gate. I recognized them instantly. They sensed my presence before I could even speak, their deep, resonant howls filling the air in unison. The sound was a song of reverence, a celebration of my return. Their fur shimmered under the moonlight, their eyes glowing with recognition as they stood in their full, imposing forms. The moment I approached, they howled again, softer this time, as if acknowledging my return. Their joy was palpable, and it lifted my spirits more than I could have imagined. A smile tugged at the corners of my lips, warmth flooding my chest at the sight of th
"Oh, what would I do without you?" I asked, shaking my head, the faintest trace of amusement in my voice.Claudio grinned, his confidence shining through as he replied without missing a beat, "Nothing."I couldn’t help but laugh, the sound breaking through the lingering tension like sunlight piercing through storm clouds. He joined in, his deep chuckle blending with mine, and for a moment, the heaviness of everything we faced felt a little more bearable."You’re insufferable," I said, still smiling."And yet, you’d be lost without me," he teased, his tone light but his gaze warm and steady.I rolled my eyes, but my smile didn’t falter. "I hate that you’re right.""Get used to it," he said with a wink, leaning back against the nearby tree.As the moon continued to cast its soft glow over us, I realized that no matter how hard the road ahead would be, I would always have Claudio by my side. I silently thanked the Moon Goddess for our friendship.But then, a prickle of unease crawled up
Mother taught me sword dance because I had no other hobbies except fighting, she didn't want me to grow with only fighting in my head so she taught me sword dance, a unique way of combining violence and peace, the best way to relieve and express myself, it's a pity I have been too busy with the Hybrid attack I forgot about it.Claudio waved his hand, and a drum appeared in his hands; he sat down calmly, ready to beat it. I smiled happily; it has always been like this: he drums, and I dance.Excitement surged through my body the minute his hands started to beat the drum majestically. Dum Dum Dum Dum Dum.With my twin swords in hand, I let the rhythm guide me, each beat coursing through my veins like a long-lost melody. I moved gracefully, my feet gliding across the earth as if I were dancing on air. The blades became an extension of myself, slicing through the wind with precision and elegance, their sharp edges catching the light of the moon.I twirled, leapt, and spun, the sound of C
My ears perked up at the mention of this, "Mundonile", I muttered, Father nodded and continued, "Yes, Mundonile, Legend says it has the pure essence of the moon goddess herself, Agatha said if we could find it, then your mother could be healed and she will be able to conceive", Father paused again, he took in deep breaths and continued, " On hearing this news I was overjoyed along with the pack, I sent wolves out to find it but our efforts were fruitless, I went to all the clans on the search of it but still no good news, worry gripped me I thought maybe the flower is just a legend after all in the past decades no one has ever seen or used it, I started to lose hope, just then I realized I have searched the whole of the supernatural realm but not the mortal world, so I went to the mortal world and I found leads to the flower, the Hunter Family, Mundonile is their Family Heirloom, passed down from generations to generations ".My eyes widened in shock on hearing this, "Hunter Family?!
Ruby gave me one last look, her eyes filled with both concern and affection, before excusing herself. "I'll go help Luna with dinner, my lady," she said softly, giving me a small bow. "Thank you, Ruby," I replied, watching as she quietly left the room, closing the door behind her. The room felt emptier without her, but I knew she was just as eager to make sure everything was perfect for my first meal since waking up. With Ruby gone, I let out a breath I hadn’t realized I was holding. My thoughts immediately drifted back to the letters waiting for me, tucked away in that secret compartment. My heart swelled with anticipation. I could almost feel Ethan’s presence through those letters, the connection we shared bridging the distance between us.I took another bite of the fruit, savoring its sweetness as I imagined what his letters might say. His thoughts, his worries, his love—all there, waiting for me to discover. A part of me itched to dash to my room and read them all at once, but I