Amelia Knight - Bound to the Vampire Prince (Released April 20th)

Chapter 47

Chapter 47

Kiki and I are sitting in my chambers, surrounded by maps and documents, trying to devise a plan to find my father. It's been months since he disappeared, and I can't take the uncertainty anymore. Kiki's eyes are filled with determination as she speaks, "I know it's a long shot, but it's better than doing nothing."

I nod in agreement, feeling a surge of hope in my chest. "You're right, Kiki. We can't just sit here and wait for something to happen. We have to take action and find him."

We go over the plan again, making sure we haven't missed anything. We'll travel to the kingdom where my father was last seen and start searching for any clues. It's a risky move, but we don't have any other options.

"I'll make sure we have everything we need for the journey," Kiki says, standing up. "We'll leave at first light tomorrow."

I thank her and watch as she leaves the room, feeling a mixture of excitement and fear. It's been a long time since I've left the safety of the castle walls, but I'm willing to do anything to find my father.

As I sit alone in my chamber, my mind wanders to the last time I saw my father. He had been so proud of me, and I had promised to make him even more proud. But now, as I set out on this journey, I can't help but feel like I've let him down.

I shake my head, pushing those thoughts away. I have to focus on the task at hand. I take a deep breath and gather my courage, determined to find my father no matter what it takes.

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"We need to be careful," I say, my voice hushed as I look around the dimly lit room. "We don't know who we can trust."

The thought of betrayal sends shivers down my spine, and I can feel Kiki's apprehension as well. She nods, her expression serious as she leans in closer to me.

"I agree. And we need to be prepared for anything," she adds. "Who knows what kind of dangers we'll face on the journey."

My mind races as I consider the potential threats that lie ahead of us. Will we encounter dangerous creatures? Will there be enemies lurking around every corner? I take a deep breath, trying to calm my racing thoughts.

"I know it won't be easy, but I'm ready for whatever comes our way," I say, trying to sound confident despite my inner turmoil.

Kiki's smile gives me some reassurance. "That's the spirit, Amelia. We'll find your father, I promise."

A glimmer of hope ignites within me at her words. For so long, I've felt lost and alone, but with Kiki by my side, I feel like anything is possible. We'll uncover the truth about my powers and find my father, no matter what it takes.

As Kiki and I continue to discuss our plan, my mind starts to wander. A voice in the back of my head whispers doubts about my decision to trust her. I question whether I should tell her about my powers or keep them hidden, even from my closest friend. It's a tough call, and I'm feeling conflicted about it. On one hand, I want to trust Kiki and be honest with her, but on the other hand, I fear the potential danger that may arise if I reveal too much.

I bite my lip, pondering the decision. I can feel the weight of the secret weighing on me. I know I can't keep it hidden forever, but I'm not sure if now is the right time to reveal it.

Finally, I come to a decision. For now, I'll keep my powers a secret. It's safer that way, and I can't afford to put myself or my loved ones in danger. But deep down, I know that eventually, I'll have to come clean if I want to find my father. It's a daunting thought, but one that I'll have to face sooner or later.

As I come to this conclusion, I can feel a sense of relief wash over me. It's a small victory in the grand scheme of things, but it's enough for now. I look back at Kiki, trying to hide my inner turmoil, and continue our conversation as if nothing has changed.

My mind is filled with thoughts of my missing father and the potential clues that we might uncover on this journey. As we discuss our plan, I make a mental note to keep my powers hidden for now, but also to be prepared to reveal them if necessary.

"He was last seen in the town of Eldrid," Kiki says, breaking the silence. "But that was over a year ago."

I frown, trying to recall anything I may have heard about Eldrid. "What do we know about the town?"

"It's a small town, mostly inhabited by farmers and merchants," Alexander chimes in. "There's not much there in terms of resources or wealth."

I nod, thinking it over. "Maybe he was looking for something there?"

"Or maybe he was hiding," Kiki suggests. "Eldrid is a neighboring kingdom, a small one, it would be easy to blend in and disappear."

I consider her words, feeling a knot form in my stomach. "But why would he need to hide?"

Alexander's concern for my missing father fills me with both hope and fear. Hope that we can find him, but fear that something terrible has happened to him. My father always taught me to be cautious, to keep my guard up, but I never imagined that he himself would be in danger.

As we discuss the situation with Kiki, I can feel the weight of the unknown bearing down on me. Where do we even begin to look for him? Alexander's suggestion to start asking around in Eldrid gives me a glimmer of hope, but I can't help feeling overwhelmed.

"We need to be careful," I add, my voice shaking slightly. "We don't know who we can trust or who might be listening in on us."

Alexander nods in agreement, his face set in a determined expression. "We'll have to be discreet, but we can't just sit around and wait for something to happen. We have to take action."

Kiki looks at us both, her expression serious. "I'll do what I can to help. But we need to stay alert and be careful. We don't want to draw attention to ourselves or make any enemies."

Kiki and Alexander exchange a nod, and my heart races with excitement and anticipation as we start making plans to travel to Eldrid. The journey ahead is long and daunting, but I am willing to go to any length to find my father. My mind is plagued with questions and doubts, and uncertainty creeps in with every passing moment. What could have possibly happened to my father? Why did he vanish without a trace? And what kind of situation awaits us when we reach Eldrid?

I try to shake off the nagging thoughts and focus on the task at hand. Finding my father is the only thing that matters now. With determination in my heart, I start packing my bags and getting ready for the journey ahead. I have no idea what challenges lie ahead, but I am ready to face them head-on.