SethIt was almost nightfall by the time we got to an opening. Aubrey chose the right path, and after shooting her a thankful glance, I shot out to the opening, searching for a cottage, like Xander had said."It's not that far from here, I'll lead the way." Xander said, leading the way into the woods.I followed right behind him, the soldiers walking right after us, all of them watching out for any danger ahead.Connor was right behind us, Aubrey beside him. We walked deeper in the woods, my mind clouded by worry with each step we took. What if I was too late? What if they've killed her for the ritual? What if they've done something to her?As if hearing my thoughts, Connor placed a hand on my shoulder, offering me a nod, his eyes filled with warmth as he said, "Don't worry, Seth. We would find her soon." I gave him a nod in return, unable to return the warmth and all, because I was lacking it. I was lacking all hope.I failed her. Something might happen to her because I failed her
One hundred and FiveNaomiI was jolted awake by the sounds of chanting and the feeling of something wet on my forehead and my eyes fluttered open to see Hazel's eyes glaze over as she conversed with the ancestors while applying a liquid over my head.A smile almost lifted my lips as I saw Hazel was okay. I was still yet not able to thank her for saving me, but that could wait. Hazel wasn't Hazel right now.Her whole aura sent a chill down my back, and her eyes were filled with a darkness that couldn't be explained. This is what Xander spoke about.I wonder if we were too late.My back was against a slab, and my hands were tied away from each other, and so were my legs. I resembled a starfish. But what alarmed me the most was the sight of my exposed belly.Hazel had painted words over them."What are you doing, Hazel?" I asked, rushing out my question in fear.Her eyes came back into focus as she smirked at me, "None of your business honey."I watched her drop the bowl of the liquid o
One hundred and SixThe rogue king laughed in his mind. It was almost too easy. Brighton wasn't really that bright, he thought. The minute he heard the plan to sacrifice a child for power, he jumped at the offer of more power.He shook his head at him. It was funny already that Brighton expected the power to be shared. The king wanted to laugh again.The power was solely for him. He wasn't going to share with anyone. He planned to be the most powerful creature, and he didn't plan to rule with any of the people he had with him.He was going to end Brighton and his stupid daughter when he wins the war, and he planned to use that witch until she couldn't be used anymore.He would be the most feared person in the world.He was feeling giddy just thinking about it."Nu wolves would end those men in a jiffy, you just wait!" Brighton said delightedly as they waited in the cottage with four of theur guards in, the room where his traitor of a wife used to stay.She had everything a person coul
One hundred and sevenNaomiStones and pebbles dug into the heel of my feet as we ran down the forest. Everypart part of my body screamed at me to stop running, but Hazel's grip on my hand wasn't relaxing as she dragged me deeper into the forest.Branches and thorns scratched various part of my skin, adding to my agony. My chest burned, and I felt I was going to fall and faint.All this stress wasn't good for me, or my baby. The stress I have gone through this year was undeserving of me."Hazel," I huffed as we ran, "I can't go much longer."Hazel glanced back, her eyes reflecting annoyance and irritation. "Unless you want to be caught by the Rogue King's people, you better hurry."I let out a huff, "It could be Seth-" I started but she vut me off."Well I don't cate who it is, but that baby in your belly is mine. "Fear gripped me at her tone. Evil Hazdl scared me to death, but I couldn't just wait for Seth. Was I weak, just like Megan said?I didn't take her seriously, but bits of t
One hundred and eightSethWe weren't able to search the whole forest before exhaustion took over, but we made progress. Naomi already made me rest assured that she was fine. I just had to make sure I found her before Hazel did anything to her.Connor, Aubrey, and the rest went back to the palace, while Xander and I ventured deeper into the woods. I couldn't sleep on a soft bed knowing my mate was somewhere out there under the mercy of a witch being controlled by black magic. I had to do something.I couldn't sit still.Connor offered to come in contact with witches who could help, but the least people who knew about this prophecy the better. Everyone wanted the power from the miracle baby and I couldn't bear to put Naomi under any more risk.We would find Naomi without black magic. I knew Naomi's scent, Xander knew Hazel's scent, and that was enough to begin our search.The search went on for ours and the fatigue was beginning to set in as we found nothing, their scents all over the
One hundred and NineNaomiIf I had a precious stone for how many times I blacked out in the past twenty four hours, I would have five precious stones, because four times is too many and I would be given an additional one as a bonus.My head throbbed as I regained consciousness, again. This was getting old.But I didn't have time to focus on that.My eyes took in where I was.I found myself in an unexpected room. A airy room filled with unlit candles, and plants growing at every corner of the room. The breeze coming from two of the huge windows in the room rattled the dream catchers dangling on the ceiling.I laid on a small but comfortable bed, and there was a cup of something sweet smelling beside me, and my throat longed for a drink.I contemplated taking the cup in between my lips when the door flung open, and Hazel walked in with an old woman who could barely walk."You are awake," Hazel said cheerily, sitting beside me on the bed, and picking up the cup from the table before han
One hundred and TenNaomiMama Genie refused to let us go without feeding us first, and after we ate, she handed us over to her helper, who had a horse.Hazel said he has always been in Mama Genie's life since when she was a child, and she never for once saw his face since he always wore a mask.He never spoke too. Just him and Dorothy, the horse. I wouldn't lie I was a bit spooked, but Mama Genie wore hair coats. The helper was the least weird thing about her.Putting an invisibility spell over us, Mama Genie bade us goodbye. "Don't forget little Wolf, never take that off. And wear the little one for your pup immediately it is born." She repeated, and i nodded, grateful for her help."Thank you, Mama Genie. "She gave a smile before turning to Hazel. "Missy."Hazel sighed, a smile on her face. "I wouldn't be scared anymore Mama. And I will use my sense."Mama cackled. "Thats my missy. Don't forget to visit." And with that, she sent us off. The journey of hours in the woods barel
One hundred and elevenXander.I practically raced downstairs to where Hazel stood, surrounded by the soldiers who weren't sure if she was a threat or not. But that didn't matter.What mattered was that she was here, and she was herself again.Her eyes met mine, and she tried to run to me, but the soldiers held her down."Let me go, I'm not a criminal!" She said struggling in their hold."Let her go." I commanded. The head soldier that also ushered me in eyed me, trying to gauge if he should obey me or not.He made his choice, tightening his hold on Hazel."She is a criminal. And can not be let in unless a leader says so."A groan almost left my lips until I saw Connor stroll down the stairs."Connor!" I called out to him, and he regarded me with an angry look. He still hated my guts and I hated him too."What do you want?" He asked, eyeing the situation. His eyes narrowed in realisation as they landed on Hazel and a smirk appeared on his lips."You need my help." He smirked, taunting