Chapter 49 A Family Reunion or a Curse

Raija's pov

Grinning like an insane person, Axel chuckled and embraced me tightly, getting gold dust everywhere. Glancing over at my grandfather Axel chided the older man,” I told you we were perfect for each other!”

Ellis dismissed his remark with a wave of his hand. I watched Atticus eye the older man with a frown.

“You didn't bless Anita and I and we were a more suitable match,” he asserted harshly. Nodding Ellis agreed and surprised Atticus by saying that he had been wrong.

“I've learned much over the years being alone and that is that love is the strongest power in the universe. I'm sorry I didn't honor you or your mother's love. I've been a sour old goat since I banished her over my pride,” he sighed regretfully. Stepping away from Axel I approached him.

“Perhaps we can find her and bring her back. Maybe she misses you too,” I offered, causing Ellis to lower his eyes and exhale deeply.

“Can't you just tell her that I would like to speak with her,” he asked Atticus. My lips purse