“They can’t be serious!” Charise yelled in outrage.
Elaina had sat quietly listening to her rage on about the elders plan for retrieving the devil’s ceptor.
Of course Charise wouldn’t want Elaina to take them to it, going out into the open was pretty much like handing yourself over to the enemy.
“What can they be thinking doing that? What if Rathial follows them and then attacks?” Elaina didn’t bother responding, instead she waited until Charise was sure to have everything out of her system. “I won’t let them, they are not taking you anywhere.”
Elaina played with the edge of the blanket she was wrapped up in. “I don’t really think you can stop them.” She pointed out now not bothering to look up at her friend. “I mean, they’re the highest power in the brotherhood, they kind of call the shots.”
Charise turned her eyes flashing with anger. She stomped towards the edge of Elaina’s bed.  
Elaina dodged the first burlack beast attack landing painfully on her side.Cursing herself for not taking her friends warnings more seriously she scrambled off the ground and prepared herself for the next attack. Two burlack beasts stood on either side of her. She used her periphery vision to watch both waiting for their next move.In front of her Rathial made his way towars Elder Lionel, who had managed to draw a sword out of thin air, odd. The burlack beast to her left moved drawing all her attention. With a quick flick of her wrist she threw her dagger. It planted itself square in the beasts chest blood gushing out quickly as the creature crumpled to the ground. The beast to her left moved to charge beak open a shriek of rage escaping from it. Elaina turned fast sweeping her sickle across the beasts face, managing to take out one of its eyes. It reared back for a moment before lunging f
Chase remained stunned his wide eyes still fixed on Elaina. She sat patiently waiting for everything to settle, already preparing herself for the look of disgust and accusations that would come next.Slowly his face went from stunned, to confused, before finally settling on disbelief. He didn’t speak as he grabbed both of Elaina’s hands tugging her towards him. Caught off guard Elaina allowed him to hug her for a minute before quickly squirming away. Chase looked a little hurt as she righted herself again, being sure to keep a little distance between them.“You don’t want me to touch you now?” He asked quietly looking away.Shocked at his words Elaina let out a hysterical giggle. “I just told you that I possess the blood of the dark and all you’re worried about is me not wanting to be touched?”For a second Chase looked taken aback. “Elaina, I don&rsq
The sound of metal grinding together woke Elaina. Heart pounding she jumped up to face whoever was coming. Elder Joseph waltzed forward carrying a plate with nothing more than a piece of bread and an old slice of cheese on it. Eyeing Elaina he opened a slot in the bars of her cell and shoved it towards her. “I don’t suppose you’re bringing me this in order to poison me are you?” Elaina asked frowning at the food. “It would probably be the smart thing to do.” Elder Joseph made a noise of disgust. “Honestly I felt we should just let you starve, but Samantha insisted that we bring you food.” So Samantha knows I’m here and doesn’t care. Elaina thought bitterly. “I don’t want your food.” She spat throwing the plate back at him. “I’ll help you along with the starvation thing.” “You’re only making matters worse with that smart mouth of yours child.” Elder Joseph said now stepping away from the food that lan
Elaina’s arms ached as she swung her battle axe at the dark warrior taunting her. Underneath her, her legs felt like jelly. Despite her best efforts he was getting through her defenses and she wasn’t sure how much longer she could hold out. Blood ran down her face in waves as her opponent manged to slice a deep gash in her forehead.“Have you had enough?” He asked now stepping forward sword held high above him.Gritting her teeth Elaina shook her head in response. She could still hear the sounds of fighting all around, many bodies littered the grounds, but she wasn’t sure if it was dark warriors or light. Above the sun had begun to disappear behind angry looking black clouds. A loud rumble of thunder caught everyone’s attention. The dark warrior in front of Elaina looked to her dropping his sword.Placing two fingers in his mouth he let out a piercing wh
Night had come making everything seem eery as the fire rain continued to fall in the distance. Smoke filled the air around them making it almost impossible to breath properly. After a long debate the elders had agreed that it was best to burn the bodies of the fallen in the proper manner. Elaina stared at the large fire before her, the remnants of dead warriors almost completely gone now. It gave a little warmth to the cold fall evening. She clutched the devils scepter in her hand turning it over and over. Samantha had let her hang onto it for the time being since nobody else could put it to use if the wards that elders spent hours putting up didn’t hold.Elaina stared quietly at the scepters handle, the silver glinting in the fires unholy glow. Each of the black crystals embedded in the handle flashed with energy. The three prongs at the end hummed, begging her to allow it to be released. &nb
Elaina awoke to the blaring white light of the sun. After spending so much time underground her eyes had forgotten how bright it was. The air smelled thick of smoke, but all the fire from the night before had finally ended. Beside her Christopher still slept soundly looking almost peaceful. In the morning light she could see gashes along his face, which had been the source of all the blood on him. Nasty scabs mixed with ash and dirt covered them.Sighing Elaina got up deciding she would go find a first aid kit to try and clean them to see just how bad the damage was. Her muscles screamed at her from her night on the ground. Stretching she tried to loosen them a bit with no luck.Around her people still slept soundly, if it wasn’t for the bandages and soreson them she could almost believe that they had just had a massive campout.Quickening her pace Elaina made her way
Something cold and wet wiped itself along Elaina’s cheek as she began to come to. Pain seared its way through her whole body. Groaning Elaina lifted an arm and tried to ward off whatever was touching her.She felt her hand make contact with something almost as soft as velvet. Eyes flying open she found herself face to face with the creature that had come to her side before she passed out. As she moved her hand along its side a happy chortle escaped its lips. The creature stuck out its long snake like tongue and ran it along Elaina’s cheek.“Stop that.” Elaina sighed trying to shoo the creature away from her.It scuttled back just a little bit its nose twitching as it watched her. She watched it carefully not really sure what to think. Cocking its head to the side the creature took a few tentative steps towards her, only to scuttle back again as the pounding of footsteps mad
Later that evening after the Eastern Warriors had fully settled in a welcome dinner was held in their honor.Elaina hadn't seen Chase since earlier that afternoon, she was almost positive that he had immediately run off to meet with his little fiance.Despite her best efforts to pretend it wasn't bothering her she couldn't help the burning jealousy that was raging through her.Charise who had come to join her and Christopher kept her curious gaze fixed on Elaina as she tried to pretend that she didn't notice."Have you stared enough?" Elaina finally snapped unable to take anymore.Charise laughed, "I'm just wondering when the smoke will come out of your ears." Clearly she was amused at Elaina's expense. "If you're so concerned why not go find him.""Who the hell is concerned?" Elaina growled crossing her arms across her chest. "If anyone is concerned it is you."Beside her Christopher began to laugh