JULIUS' POV I couldn't get the guilt of the past off my chest and it was something I didn't feel I could forgive myself from. How could I leave my family for something temporary and unfulfilling? I thought I could find more, I thought I could be free...all I wanted was to know who I was and where I belonged to but forgot the most important thing is never to forget the family that raised you unconditionally. I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed by guilt. Regret clutched my chest as I realized I chased after vanity. Because of this I became empty and isolated...while my parents searched for me day and night. I refused to reveal myself, abandoning their unconditional love for me, unknown to me that it could never fufill me. If only I could turn back the hands of time. The burden of regret heavily laid upon my shoulders, as though it was following my every step. It always whispered into my ears the mistakes of my past, it was a consistent reminder, of all the bad choices I've made. It w
EL'S POVIn the midst of tranquility, as I delved into the pages of a captivating book, my world suddenly shifted. The book slipped through my grasp crashing onto the floor like a thunderous echo. As if in sync with this abrupt disruption...echos erupted around me. The once serene atmosphere transformed into a mad storm of confusion. The air crackled with uncertainty, as though nature itself could sense the impending turmoil. The wind howled fiercely. It was funny though...how everything seemed to change within the blink of an eye. At the beginning everything was well and okay, the sun shone brightly across the horizon and the beauty of daylight was more captivating than night. I loved every bit of it. But today was different. All I remembered was reading a book in a very serene library, and the next thing was darkness. I was in the midst of chaos...the whirling of the wind sweeping through the trees and rattling the windows. Dark clouds rolled in, casting a shadow over the once brig
CASSANDRA'S POV I don't know what was going on in my head but I found myself moving towards El. She looked perplexed at my strange behavior, but it was as though I was getting drawn...like there was a magnetic pull. As I moved towards El and touched her hand, a peculiar sensation washed over me, unlike anything I'd never felt before, transporting me to a different time and place. The surroundings shifted before my eyes, and I found myself somewhere that wasn't here. The darkness was overwhelming, but I could see through it. There came, all of a sudden glimpse of El and realized that I was immersed in the depths of El's past. It was as though I had accessed a hidden portal, revealing fragments of her life that she had kept hidden from the world.As the scenes unfolded, I couldn't help but sense the weight of pain and sorrow that permeated the air. The atmosphere was heavy with unspoken secrets, echoing the struggles and hardships El had faced. I was stunned to see El in this sort of s
CASSANDRA'S POV I took it upon myself to be responsible for everything that happened from this moment onwards. I sat down with my legs crossed, trying to focus on my breath and my thoughts. The magic bubbling within me...I could feel the heat coursing through my veins, the atmosphere of the night adding to the intensity of the flowing magic. I shook a little as it was a bit overwhelming. The magic within me begins to bubble and surge, coursing through my veins with fiery intensity. The night's atmosphere amplifies the power that flows within me, creating an electrifying energy. I shook a little, overwhelmed by the sheer magnitude of this newfound magic. It's something I've never experienced before, but Julius, now my trusted mentor, took it upon herself to assist me through this process. At first I missed my concentration a lot of times because I didn't understand what to do. Most times I panicked especially in times when I felt like I was falling down. Those times I jerked upwards,
ALDERS POVAs I observed her from the window, I could see the determination in her eyes. This was a totally new side iof her that was seeing. The Cassandra I knew before didn't know how to manipulate this amount of magic and this, caused me to see her in a new light. It caused me to see her differently than I used to. I cherished the fact that she was growing gradually and daily. With my hand folded at my back, every movement of her hands, every incantation she spoke, was with precision and focus. It was clear that she had dedicated countless hours to mastering the art of magic manipulation. The progress was obvious and I couldn't be any more proud.These days, her nights were spent in deep contemplation, exploring the vast possibilities that magic held. She would immerse herself in books, studying ancient spells and rituals, seeking to understand the fundamental principles behind the magic she sought to control. Apparently, she didn't have time as much as she used to, for me, and eve
JULIUS' POVAnd while I was training Cassandra one night, I couldn't help but notice the shadow from the woods from the corner of my eyes. Then I turned to Cassandra, who obviously needed a good night rest...I noticed her dozing off and took that as an opportunity for me to leave and go after the shadow. As I quietly slipped away from Cassandra, my heart pounded with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Who or what could be lurking in the shadows of the woods? Curiosity propelled me forward as I followed the foot steps of the shadow. The moonlight filtered through the branches, casting eerie shadows on the forest floor as I ventured deeper into the dense foliage. Every rustle of leaves or snap of a twig sent shivers down my spine, but I pressed on, driven by a need to uncover the mystery behind this. The atmosphere was familiar, the sensation was also familiar. I knew the feeling of that magic from anywhere and I wanted to know who this person actually was. Could it be who I thought
CASSANDRA'S POV I squeezed the water out of the soaked cloth and placed it on El's head, I couldn't help but wonder what had suddenly befallen her. Just hours ago, she seemed perfectly fine, and now she lay before me, pale and motionless, in need of urgent treatment. The medical practitioner was yet to arrive, and the fear for her health weighed heavily on my heart. I mean, we were literally discussing about our life journey moments ago and had even been laughing at so many silly things that we both did while we where younger. I just decided to go out for a while to check up on some things and when I came back, she was laying down, completely unconscious. I knew how high my heart jumped when I noticed I sudden fatigue. I was shocked and worried out of my mind, and that made me rush towards her to check if she's okay. Fortunately, she was breathing, but then again, I had to check her temperature and saw how heated up she was. It caused me to be even more worried than I used to be.El
CASSANDRA'S POV "I felt it too." I heard Julius say as she walked in. "I knew Kathrine was somewhere here, lurking behind the bushes. And I also felt energy leave me." She said as she looked at me, then she looked at El. "I believe she's fine now." She said and I nodded. But then, I couldn't understand the fact that she had this unique scent. It was quite unusual, like the scent of a man or something. "Julius." I called and she glanced at me. "Your scent is different." I said and she cocked a brow. "I see." "Care to explain?" "Sabastian has returned." She stated and my eyes widened. So they did have something intimate to do with each other. As I watched Sabastian step into the room, a wave of surprise washed over me. I couldn't help but notice the undeniable intimacy between him and Julius. Their eyes met, and a knowing smile played at the corners of their lips. It was evident that they shared a deep connection—a connection that went beyond mere friendship. I couldn't help bu