And, The mysterious door sucked in Eleanor. And, she was forever lost.
The End.Hey! Sorry! It didn't end here. But I thought it would be nicer if you'd get to know your leads better. So I arranged this Bonus Chapter for you guys and we shall interview them today.Sounds exciting. Right?So what are we waiting for? Let's go!Author : Hey Eleanor! How are you feeling today?Eleanor : (smiles) Just great! Thank you for inviting me here.Author : (smiles back) Thank you for coming here. So Eleanor, could you please tell our dear readers a little about you?Eleanor : Ah sure! Well hello guys! I'm Eleanor. Just Eleanor. I'm twenty-two years old. My birthday is on the 13th of December. My favourite colour is purple. I guess… that's all? Oh yeah! My nicknames are El, Flower, etc. Actually just call me whatever you like.Author : Okay! Sooo you are from Eleneas?Eleanor : Definitely.Author : Do you miss your mother? What happened to your father? We never got to meet him in the story.Eleanor : I… I do miss her a lot. (tears appear at the corner of the eye). As, for my father, I just know his face. Nothing else. Can we proceed further?Author : Sure. Just feel comfortable.Eleanor : Thanks.Author : So Eleanor! Any tips you would like to give to others who aspire to be an assassin?Eleanor : Umm… Honestly, don't become one unless you like- . Actually, just don't. Don't put your life in danger. Don't kill anyone else needlessly.But, if you do want to become an assassin like me who's notorious throughout the kingdom. Just kill a few corrupt-. No, forget it. I don't wanna get canceled. Don't do anything that would put you behind bars.Author : I see. What are your thoughts on Daniel?Eleanor : (laughs) I kinda knew that question would be there. Just didn't know this early. Well… Daniel is a sweet guy, isn't he?Author : Indeed. Just the sweetest and most doting boyfriend. I definitely want a boyfriend like him!Eleanor : Yup. I love him too. (gets lost in thought) If only he hadn't lied to me. Everything would have been perfect.Author : If he hadn't lied. Would you guys have ever been together?El : Honestly?Author : (nods head)El : No. Maybe not. But, still.Author : Okayyyy… What was it like for you? To fall in love with Daniel?El :I… I...I don't really know how to say it. But I guess. It was when I looked at him. It all changed. The world around me stopped. I don't really know how it happened. I guess it just did. The moment he put his arms around me. The way he cared for me like no one ever did after my mother. That warmth from a stranger when we first touched. It was new. The electricity I feel through my body whenever he's beside me makes me feel as if I could do anything. I guess that was what it was like for me. Yeah.Author : Did ever feel like this was wrong? Like..you know, we go like… This is a wrong decision. Was it ever like that?El : To be honest, it wasn't wrong. It wasn't a mistake. It was just too good to be true. So good that my heart at times felt it was just an illusion which would fade away and that was actually what made me scared. But, it wasn't a wrong decision. Not even when I discovered his lie.Author : So it wasn't a mistake? Even when you said it was.El : People say and do a lot of things in anger. Doesn't mean they mean all of them.Author : I see. By the way, you are quite a good singer, aren't you?El : Not really. All I have is little inherited talent from my mother.Author : It's pretty good for just an inherited talent. I'd say.El : That's really sweet of you. God! Thank you for saying that.Author : What are your thoughts on Henry by the way? (Eyes sparkle with curiosity)El : He's like a very good friend and a brother I have.Author : But, didn't Henry lie to you as well? Why doesn't his lie affect you as much as Daniel's did?El : That's because I never really expected anything from him. He was just like a person I could talk to. However, Daniel? I placed my entire heart in his hands and he went out to crush it in a jiff. He also broke our promise.Author : I see. I don't know what else to ask. Anything you want to say?El : I don't know. I… ThThank you so much for inviting me here. I guess you are running out of time.Author : I am, actually. I have 3 assignments due and I haven't even started. Can you help in doing assignments?El : Well… I can watch over you. But I won't help with it. I can more like the parent standing behind the child making sure he's doing his work.Author : That's not fun.El : Sorry? I guess I should go now. I have to continue with my research.Author : Please.________________________________Author : Hello Daniel!Daniel : Hello, Miss. Author.Author : *scratches head* Very formal.Daniel : Pardon?Author : Nothing. Tell us something about you, Your Majesty.Daniel : Well… I am the King of Eleneas and I have a very cool girlfriend who's just really...Author : She's just headstrong.Daniel : More like stupid but cute half of the time.Author : I see. So how's your kigdom doing?Daniel : It's running smoothly till now. But the assassination attempts have been increasing day by day.Author : Any idea who is behind all of this?Daniel : No. But I have my men trying to find the culprit's identity. It's quite hard but I'm pretty sure we'll find them in no time.Author : (whispers) Pfft. Eleanor is more contempt than you at this point now.Daniel : Excuse me?Author : *coughs* Nothing. What's your favourite colour Daniel?Asher : Dark Navy Blue.Author : When did you realise that you have feelings for Eleanor?Daniel : It was when I first saw her running and laughing around with kids. I just knew I had to have her.Author : Well… What's the relationship between you and Kiera?Daniel : How do you know about Kiera?Author : Just do. So?Daniel : Well, we studied in the same school. We are friends. To find out more, just continue reading the book.Author : Anything you would like to add for our lovely beautiful readers?Daniel : Not really. I have work to do.Author : I see.Daniel : I have to leave now. Can we wrap this up?Author : Ah sure! Your business must be important. Thank you for being here with us. It was a pleasure.Daniel : Same here. (gets up and leaves)Author : Man! That was so tense. I never felt this much nervousness during my exams.Someone behind the camera : He's a king. What did you expect?Author : A little friendliness?Someone behind the camera : That's only for Eleanor. And, you definitely aren't her.Author: Sad life. Anyway , thank you for being here. That's all Daniel and Eleanor for today. If there are more questions please comment them and we can hold another interview when I am free.*Runs off to finish her assignment*Daniel's P.O.V Sounds of footsteps made my heart pick up a quick pace as I shoot my eyes open. Turning my head my eyes glanced at the first rays of sun rising from the window. Another hectic night had yet ended. My eyes landed on my Eleanor who was snoring peacefully. Such a beautiful sight obstructed only by a single strand of that brown hair which once used to be brighter than the sun rays themselves. Flower... I don't know how to say sorry for what I've done to you because of my selfishness. I know I am not deserving of forgiveness but I can't let you go, my pretty flower.Removing the strand of hair from her face, I pressed my lips to her forehead as I got off the bed. And, as soon as I did I saw her stir in her sleep as if her heart knew I was leaving but the trouble expression soon relaxed as she faced the other side of the bed.A smile stretched through my lips as I walked to the door, opening it lightly. As my eyes took in the vision of Henry and Petroka. I placed my finge
Keira's P.O.V The glass shattered into a million pieces right in front of me to the ground. How? How can this be possible!? How can Daniel do this to me? So many years. So many years we have spent together... Just for him to leave me and run to his mate?I... I even rejected my fated mate for him. Everytime took care of things for him in the castle whenever he wasn't able to. Adjusted myself to his tastes to be the kind of girl that he likes. Kill my childhood happiness just to work hard enough to be worthy of standing next to him.And, what do I get in the end? WHAT THE HELL DO I GET IN THE END?Him going away with Elina! That witch who came from God knows where!?Tears streamed down my face as I stood there, staring at the shattered glass. Each piece contained my reflection. Just like how I was right now because of his love. Shattered into a million little pieces. The pain in my chest was unbearable. The betrayal, the heartbreak...it was all too much.I thought the years we've sp
Eleanor's P.O.V How... How can this be?How can it even been possible?My eyes have to be deceiving me! It's impossible. The sight before my eyes is impossible!My brain told me to run. Run from this place. Pretend I was never here. But, somehow my feet dragged me to the portrait.The portrait which should have never existed. How can there be a picture of Daniel and me with a child barely two in my arms!?My hand reached out for the frame as it traced over the carvings on the frame of the portrait. { ELEANOR ELINA CASSIAN DEVIN }{ CASSIAN DANIEL DEVIN }{ DANIELLE ERIS DEVIN }Reading the names all the sirens started ringing in my head as if alarming me. Telling me to run.Run far away and not to delve further into this chamber which has been hidden away for god knows how long.But my feet refused to move. I just couldn't take my eyes off the portrait. As if... as if it had enchanted me. Frozen me to the ground. Left me astounded and blank.Why?
Daniel's P.O.V Bickering. And, hurting my ears.That's all these people ever do. The day has turned to evening as the sun was about to set now. I could feel my patience running thinner by each passing second as it finally shredded to a million pieces as my hand met the table making all of them go silent."This is not a fish market. This is the Royal Court. If you can't maintain the decorum of this room. Leave this instant." I say in a stern tone, my eyes scanning each and every one of them.Silence prevails in the room.I let out a deep breath before continuing. "I understand that we all have different opinions and perspectives on this matter, but we need to work together to find a solution. Arguing and shouting at each other is not going to solve anything."I look towards the leaders of the two argumentative sides, who was glaring at me. "Do you have anything constructive to add to this discussion?"They scowl at me but remains silent with their head facing the table.I turn my att
Eleanor's P.O.V I don't know how but somehow I ended up in a room with Daniel and Henry's childhood friend, Rayene, Petroka, Devin, Valerie, Erina and, of course Henry and Petroka. And, if anyone is wondering where is Danielle. Then, she is sleeping in Rayene's room as she got tired after playing with her for the entire day."El? Are you okay?" Daniel's words brought me out of my thoughts as my eyes snapped to his hand which was placed over mine.I quickly pulled my hand back, feeling a little self conscious as my eyes snapped to Daniel's so called friend who wasn't giving me very great vibes. "I'm fine," I replied with a small smile, my eyes still fixed on his very neutral friend who was giving me some weird kind of gut feeling."You haven't eaten anything?" "I'm fine." I insisted as the air between Daniel and me somehow turned awkward. The air was somehow sensed by Henry as he piped in trying to dispel the awkwardness in the air, "So, El, meet our childhood friend. Her name is K
Daniel's P.O.V Words.Actions.They all replayed in my mind as I stared at the papers in front of me in a room full of dim candlelight. I closed my eyes and the scene reflected in the back of my mind. As, I remembered the expression of hurt on El's face. It didn't last long but that one glance I had at it imprinted that image in the back of my mind. Making me remember it all too well.But, that wasn't the only thing that was making my heart twist in chest. It was also the fact that Keira reprimanded of the mistake I knew I was making. I didn't like the feeling of disappointing my best friend. But, somehow I disappointed her and even hurt El with my actions. My mind replayed the statement Keira stated over and over again. "Daniel! How can you arrange your marriage so soon? And, that too without any consulting!? What are you thinking? I'm seriously disappointed with the reckless kind of behavior you have shown today." Keira said as she got up, raging in fury and left the dining r
Eleanor's P.O.V "Rayene... Danielle..." Their names left my mouth as they both stared at me with eyes as soft as these royal cushions, as wide as the moon out there, as innocent as those little pups and as defenseless as me around Daniel. "Mom! Pleaseeeeee! Aunt Ray and I are meant to stay together forever! You can't separate us! Buhuuuu!" Danielle whined as she threw a tantrum on the bed making Henry giggle. But, the amused expression was soon converted into one of shock when Rayene decided that it was okay for a twenty one year old to throw a tantrum as if they were a seven year old.She too joined Danielle as both of them laid down on their backs on the bed, throwing their arms and feet left and right."El! You can't take away my niece from me! I don't allow it! No! No!" "Ray. Stop acting like Danielle. Henry slept on the couch yesterday because of the two of you." I scolded as Henry stood up from the couch and walked to us."Let them be, El. I'll be fine. Moreover, Rayene likes
Daniel's P.O.V Blood Wine.It's the strongest wine brewed in the Kingdom of As a vampire, I have a particular fondness for it. It's not just the taste that draws me in, but the rush of power it gives me. With each sip, I feel my senses sharpen, my strength amplified, and my speed increased.I've always been careful not to overindulge, though. Blood Wine might be potent, but it's also highly addictive. Too much of it can turn you into a mindless, blood-thirsty lustful monster. Besides, there's always the risk of getting drunk and losing control of myself.I should have focused on the last bit. Because if I would have then I wouldn't be holding a fragile hand which held a vase ready to be smashed on my head any moment I let it go. Blue irises of flower stared back at me shocked, twisting and turning the wrist begging me to let go of the hand that held the vase.I took a deep breath and tried to steady my hands through which power was surging through with an uncontrollably uncomfortable