Eleanor's P.O.V After serving the five of them some cookies Danielle had baked earlier, I walked in the direction of my room. Opening the door, I walked inside closing the door behind me. What a long night! And, it still hasn't ended."Mom?" The voice of my daughter brought me out of my thoughts as I crouched down to her level. "Yes, little one.""You look tired. Why don't you go and have a bath? I'll pick out a pretty nightdress for you!"Her excitement made me throw my head back laughing like a little kid. "Sure." I said as I got up and walked into the bathroom as I closed the door behind me.Daniel...Tears streamed down my cheeks as I fell to my knees as they memories we had created together hit the back of my mind. Why? Why did you do this? Why did you create such a deep crack between us? Even if you wouldn't have threatened me I would be following you like a dog after a few days...You just have no idea. No idea how you have me wrapped around your finger.Why, Daniel? Why do
Eleanor's P.O.V "Who, Eleanor?" Daniel growled as he gripped my chin tightly yet gently. "Why do you care?" I fired back at him. I didn't know why but I felt a sudden surge of power through me as I spat my words at him, making him further angry as I was pushed on the soft mattress with a beast hovering over me."Eleanor, you better not test me, right now. First of all, you are wearing so little making it harder for me to breathe than it already is. Second, you are telling me you are going to see some bastard wearing this!?" His words made me feel disgusted at myself. How could he think so low of me? The only person I would wear this for was him. How could he think that... that I-"Is that what you think of me?" I asked as I forced a smile on my face, fighting to keep my tears at bay.The question seemed to have struck him hard as his expression of anger was quickly replaced with a look of guilt. I watched as he quickly got off me looking away from me. I got up and sat back in the
Daniel's P.O.V "Eleanor has to die." My words left her speechless as she gaped at me, stunned.I walked closer to her, trying to hold her in my arms and explain why had to be done and why it was necessary to protect her and Danielle. But, instead of coming into my arms like Eleanor usually would, she backed away from me as her eyes did an instant flip going ice cold.Ouch!"You are an excellent strategist, aren't you? Rumors really don't lie. Selfish and smart. Both qualities are embedded perfectly in you."Her words and behavior left me stunned. "Eleanor, I don't know what you understood from my statement to act like that. But, I can explain. If you just-"I was cut off by her thunderous and mocking laugh raged in the room. "You, seriously. I can't believe you are even explaining it to me. Should I guess your explanation? That would be fun."Her voice contained anger beyond my comprehension. She was angry and yet at the same time looking so miserable in my eyes. I just didn't know
Eleanor's P.O.V The words left my mouth as I could feel his breath on mine, making me lose all my newly found courage. "It's not forced if you have a choice." Daniel's comeback struck a nerve in my head as I glared at him."A choice I can't afford to choose." I spoke through my gritted teeth. Honestly, I felt like punching and knocking out all of his teeth but I refrained myself as I decided to act like a civil person. Daniel's expression softened for a moment before returning back to being blank as he took a step back and said,"Still a choice nonetheless. Anyway, decide a name for yourself. You'll need a new identity."I stood there, still glaring at him but slowly loosening my tense muscles. "A new name? I already have one, my love. What are you talking about?" This feeling of being a rebel and irritating person is quite soothing. Now I know, why people act like this.He sighed, running a hand through his silky smooth hair. "Eleanor, if you are trying to irritate me. This tactic o
Daniel's P.O.V I woke up, yawning. But as soon as I opened my eyes, I felt as if I had been hit by a truck. My head was aching. I was feeling a throbbing pain across your head, as if a tight band was wrapped around it.I had passed the remaining of the torturous night, lying on the cold lush green grass outside the house. As if fate finally decided to be merciful to me, the rays of the sun pierced through the leaves of the green trees and falling upon my eyelids.The long cold night has finally ended with the break of this dawn which was marking the beginning of a new day.And, a possible new chapter in El and My life was about to start possibly burying the blazing past. As I get up, I stretch my limbs and feel the warmth of the sun on my skin, and the gentle breeze brushing against my hair was as fresh as her scent. I take a deep breath of the fresh morning air, feeling the scent of blooming flowers, the woods of the trees and the dew on the leaves."You were sleeping here? Outside
Eleanor's P.O.V At this point, I really feel weird. Like weird weird. It's nor like I haven't seen magic. But, I haven't seen magic teleport a house. Standing in front of this wooden structure as I abandoned it made me feel weird.Speaking of weird. Lately, everything feels weird. Like Danielle not even questioning her father further and accepting whatever he says. Daniel lying so proficiently. Yeah, definitely weird."Elina." Oh! Forgot people mentioning me with a name I've never been called before."Yes, Henry?" "It's nothing. Since the rest of group is not here as well as Danielle. I just wanted to ask how you've been feeling." Henry spoke as he sat down beside me on the grass.Someone cares about I feel. Nice. Though, I'd prefer if I was left alone like before so that my old friend silence could keep me company."I would actually prefer if you didn't ask me that question after knowing what your cousin has been doing. Moreover, I hope your brother and his group comes back fast
Daniel's P.O.V "Mate?" Henry's pale voice pierced my ears as my steps towards Eleanor came to a halt and our widened gazes gazed into each other's, completely baffled. I spun around to glance at Hailey who was lying on the ground, twisting and turning in pain and Henry whose time had been frozen completely as his hands were shaking. As for the rest of us?We were just as shocked. How did Hailey end up becoming Henry's mate?"Henry?" I called out as I walked in the direction of my shocked brother. As soon as I placed my hand on his shoulder, he was brought out of his trance as he shook his head and stared at Hailey in disbelief. "Impossible." Henry muttered staring into the distance as he shook his head in denial. "Henry, listen to me." I tried gaining his attention but he was too lost as his mind was in denial of the situation before his eyes.He muttered under his breath as he took a step back from Hailey like she was contagious. I couldn't blame him for the shock he was in. Som
Eleanor's P.O.V Opening the curtains of the carriage, I peaked out a little as my eyes were filled with different hues and thunderous claps and chants of "Long Live, Your Majesty Daniel" pierced my ears.My eyes lingered from the people to an indifferent man riding a black horse excluding an of unapproachability like a dragon. So unapproachable yet so honorable and royal.Daniel...Tearing my longing gaze from his back, I put the curtains back as they originally were. "So, you really are not Hailey?" I asked the person sitting in front of me as I stroked my sleeping angel's hair."No." She spoke letting out a huge sigh."Then, how did you end up in her body?" I asked, confused.Though it wasn't entirely impossible. Still my mind couldn't accept the fact that Hailey's soul has left her body and was replaced with another one. "I really don't know." Rayene said as she looked at the window, looking lost and tired. "I was just going home after work in my world and then I got a call as a
Eleanor's P.O.V We rode on the horse for approximately two hours before we arrived at Henry's castle where the guards opened the gates, letting the four of us in.From under the hood of my cloak, I watched a young lady run in our direction followed by a man and a woman.Daniel dismounted the horse, gently picking up Serphy and placing her on the ground as I did the same with Rayn."Dad! You're here!" The young lady screamed as she jumped at Daniel, making him laugh as he twirled her around, placing her on the ground as she began to chatter. "I've made lots of preparations for mom's birthday this time, dad. Will she come back this year?" Danielle... My baby..."Hello, elder sister!" I watched as Serphy jumped beside Daniel, shaking Danielle up."Ummm... Hello, love. Who are you?" Danielle asked crouching down a little shocked. However, she masked it quick enough with a smile for Serphy to ever know. "I'm your little sister!" Serphy chirped as Danielle's face hardened. Danielle snap
Eleanor's P.O.V"Mom, how did the table break? And, did you cry?" Serphina asked as she walked in my direction."There's someone in the kitchen!" Rayn finally spoke after a long while, making my body grow tense as he walked in its direction."Wait! You can't go there!" I tried to stop Rayn from entering. However, instead of him, Serphina ran into the kitchen."Hey! That's the man we met in the park! Mom, why is he here?"Great! I am so screwed.I quickly rushed after Serphina, my heart pounding in my chest. As I entered the kitchen, I found Serphina pointing towards Daniel holding a glass of water in his hands."Daniel!" Couldn't this guy stay still until I sent the twins back to their room?"What!? I was hiding. It's your son's fault he found out," Daniel spoke as he placed the glass on the counter, coming out from hiding."My brother is very smart. Humph. Even if you stayed still, he would have found you out," Serphina spoke, holding her nose high as she praised her brother. "But, I
Eleanor's P.O.V "You live here?" Daniel asked, his eyes staring at the wooden cottage. "Eleanor, my children grew up here?""It's better than a castle and a luxury life with a sword hanging over their heads instead." I retorted, rolling my eyes as I stood back on my own two feet again. "Coming inside?" I asked the man staring at my house, criticizing it surely inside his head."You know the one in Black Forest is fancier than this. You should have stayed with the children there if you had to.""I didn't want them to be isolated and have no friends, Daniel.""Well, to protect all of us you decided to isolate them from their sister and me." I sighed, frustrated with Daniel's lack of understanding. "It was for their own safety, Daniel. And, yours and Danielle's as well. Do you want to come in or not?"Moon Goddess! Please help me or I might smack this man today.Daniel crossed his arms, a disapproving frown on his face as he entered the wooden cottage behind me.I locked the door once
Eleanor's P.O.V "Okay. So, we are here at The Orphanage. You can go to the park and play with the kids. I'll help the adults. Don't create trouble. Am I clear?" I looked at the twins, strictly as they looked at each other before saluting me."Yes, mom!"And, the next moment I knew, both of them were running in the direction of the park."They are so cute, Ele." Crystal said, chuckling at them, making me sigh."When you marry Eden, you can have your own pair. Let me see how cute they look to you then." I replied as I watched Crystal turn red, making me chuckle as both of us walked to the backyard of The Orphanage."Hey, Ele! Hey, Crystal!" Martha, the dean of the Orphanage and everyone else greeted me and Crystal. "Hey guys! What are you all doing?""Sewing new clothes for the orphans, Ele. Come join us!" Martha replied, motioning for Crystal and me to join the circle of the village women.I smiled and joined Martha and the other women, sitting down and grabbing a needle and thread.
Daniel's P.O.V "What do you what?" I asked the man standing in front of my horse. "You must pay up if you want to cross the forest." The man spoke in a rough voice as he withdrew his sword, holding it out.Ugh! I can fight. But, why waste time? I'm feeling very relentless. I must go visit Danielle quick and get rid of this feeling. "How much do you want!?" I asked the bald man as I stared at him."3 golds." The hell!? What a rip off! But, whatever. I got no time. Be cool, Daniel. Just pay and leave. You don't need to kill these bastards.I dipped my hand in my pocket as I pulled out three gold coins in his direction. "Can I go now!?" I demanded impatiently, holding the coins towards the man.The man sneered and quickly snatched the gold coins from my outstretched hand. "You may pass," he grumbled, stepping aside to clear a path for me and my horse.I wasted no time in urging my steed forward, eager to continue my journey. The encounter had left a sour taste in my mouth, but I coul
Eleanor's P.O.V Okay.Balloons. Check.Gifts. Check.Breakfast. Check.Flowers. Check.Birthday Cake? Oh! I kept it in the fridge so that it cools down.I walked to the fridge as I opened the door, a gust of cool air hit my face. I smiled, knowing that the cake inside would soon be the centerpiece of our celebration. I carefully took out the cake and placed it on the kitchen counter, admiring its perfectly frosted layers.The kids will be so happy. I smiled staring at the cake when my stupid subconsciousness struck me.Happy birthday to you too. Thanks. I replied as I rolled my eyes. But, my birthday is something now that doesn't exist. I'm happy my children didn't have to go through all that I experienced. Isn't it nice?You're trying to live your life through them, Eleanor. Nonetheless, smooth lie it was, wasn't it? I'm an orphan so neither do I know or celebrate my birthday. My subconsciousness retorted as my smile hit the wooden floor. There have been lots of eventful things
Daniel's P.O.V "Your Majesty, the Sapphires are the best in the Empire. The mine will be of utmost help to the Empire." My eyes stared at the fraud merchant standing in front of me as I gazed at him with icy cold eyes.Are these people stupid? They really think I wouldn't see right through their lies?"Baron Sendor. If the Sapphires are so good. Please keep the mine. I'll write the deed of the land for you personally. Remember, to pay the taxes of course. You wouldn't want your head detached from your body after all." I spoke coldly, making Baron Sendor tremble as he stared at the ground. I had dealt with enough corrupt officials and conniving businessmen to recognize when someone was trying to deceive me. Baron Sendor's attempt to sell me on the supposed value of the Sapphires was transparent and insulting.I could see the fear in his eyes as my words sank in. The threat of losing his head, a fate that had befallen many others who had attempted to deceive or betray me, was enough t
Eleanor's P.O.V "Mom! It's all Rayn's fault!" Serphina's chirpy voice rang in my ears as I stared at the twins standing in front of me drenched in mud."Rayn? Have something to say for yourself?" I crossed my arms and looked at my son, awaiting his response. Rayn, the older of the twins, seemed unfazed by the accusation. He calmly glanced at Serphina and then turned his attention back to me.He was a replica of him..."It's not entirely my fault, Mom," Rayn said, trying to defend himself as I snapped out of my thoughts. "We were playing tag near the pond, and Serphina tripped and fell in. I couldn't help it. But, I did get her out of the pond like a good brother would and didn't let her die by herself. Which I regret now because she pulled me in too."Serphina huffed, crossing her muddy arms over her chest. "That's not true, Rayn! You pushed me! So, I pulled you in."Actually, neither of them are like me. They both are little Daniels. I miss Danielle. Hic... my big baby was so cute.
Daniel's P.O.V Nervous.I was nervous as I walked back and forth in the hallway. What was I thinking? What the hell was I thinking when I let her go? I should go...No. Let's wait a moment. I'm pretty sure that Eleanor would stay. She would leave me given the chance. She wouldn't go, right?How much time has it been? Should I go back? Should I not? Should I wait a little longer?These thoughts were racing through my mind, causing my heart to pound and my palms to grow sweaty. I couldn't help but imagine a little picture in my head of me watching Eleanor walk away, her figure becoming smaller and smaller until she disappeared completely.I should go back. I should go back. She wouldn't have left. I'm just worried for no reason! Eleanor wouldn't leave me. She wouldn't. What are the odds she wouldn't leave me after all that I've done to her? What are the odds she would stay? What are the odds that when I walk into the room that she would run into my arms and hug me? What are the odd