Enamoured

Original Edition: Chapter 34

Klas chuckled, clearly finding the humor that I failed to see. "Of course they're close. He's her brother."

I stumbled and nearly fell if it wasn't for the hand that held my arm firmly. I muttered a thank you to Vlad then turned to Klas. "I thought Queen Rhea is an only child."

"Everyone thought so too but apparently she's not. Spyridon is her stepbrother. We didn't know about his existence until Pete died and he took his position."

Now I felt bad for thinking that innocent kiss on the cheek as something more. To be honest, I thought he was her secret lover by the way he blushed over a small kiss. "Seriously, someone needs to map out the whole family tree without forgetting to put secret children or hidden siblings."

No one had a chance to comment as Spyridon walking towards us. He stopped a few feet away and pointed at the leveled ground nearby. "We should camp here. I think it should be fine."

Klas spared me one look before proceeding to follow Spyridon and build the tent. I found myself a nice tree and leaned against it as I looked up at the sky. The sun had gone to rest and the moon took its place as the darkness begun to surround me. The forest looked different as if the daytime trees and flowers and stones had gone to bed and sent slightly ominous versions of themselves to take their places.

"Are you alright?"

I smiled slightly, keeping my eyes on the sky above. "I think so."

"Oh, Avy," he sighed and moved beside me. "Sometimes I wish I have more power so I could protect you."

I turned and faced him as he continued, "you know, even Adrian has sacrificed his life so many times to save you. He literally took a bullet for you. And I've never even done anything close to that."

"Vlad, you don't—"

He closed the gaps between our lips and kissed me. Our lips soon fell into the usual rhythm yet somehow I felt that this kiss was different. I could feel his desperation and frustration in it.

"When your connection with Adrian broke, I was so happy to know that I was your soulmate." He shook his head slightly and took a sharp breath, holding back his tears. "I mean, how could I not? I've been in love with you for years, even before we had a click." He let out a small chuckle and added, "even when I was too busy making you hate me."

I put my hand on the side of his face and caressed his cheek softly with my thumb. For me, those days where I'd thought he was an asshole didn't matter.

"Sometimes I wish I am worthy of you."

"Please don't say that." I shook my head and looked into those dark green eyes. "I'm probably the one who doesn't deserve you. Your love, your kindness, your heart."

Vlad continued, almost as if he didn't hear what I'd just said. "When our bond broke, for me, it was a confirmation that even Zeus knows that I'm not worthy of you."

"Oh the hell with Zeus!" I yelled, causing Klas and Spyridon to spare one wary look at us. I glared at them and they went back to pretend they hadn't heard anything. I cupped Vlad's face with both hands. "I love you and only you. The bond has nothing to do with that. We know some couple who have the bond but they don't love each other and the relationship went ashtray. We have something more powerful than the bond, Vlad, we have love."

His eyes bore into mine for what felt like forever before he finally nodded and crushed me in a hug. "I love you, Avery Montgomery, I really do, with all my heart and soul."

I wrapped my arms around him and smiled. I could only hope that he had banished all his doubt since I was no longer able to read what was in his head.

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I ran as fast as I could. I knew they were going to catch me soon and I couldn't let that happen. Despite everything that happened, I still wanted to live so I forced my feet to run, ignoring my muscles screamed in protest.

Once I was sure that they wouldn't be able to catch me, I slowed down and stopped by a lake. I had been running for two days and my throat was on fire. Water would save my life surely. I crouched down as I examined the water, making sure that the soil was firm enough so that the water was clean enough for me to drink.

I scooped some water with both hands and drunk. I continued drinking until my thirst was satisfied. Now that I could finally relax, I surveyed my surrounding. It was peaceful. I could hear the sound of birds chirping in a distant. I would stay here forever if it wasn't because of those people who wanted to kill me. Letting out a deep sigh, I raised to my feet and that was when I saw it. My own reflection. I looked exactly the same except for the crown that rested on the top of my head.

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Any idea what's going on? Any theories you'd like to share? Please do so in comments cos I'm dying to read them!

As usual, the dream isn't on my command so it took me two days before I finally had an inspiring dream. I hope you enjoy this chapter, my angels and thank you for being incredibly patient with me (and my dreams).

Have a wonderful day/night! Stay blessed!

Loads of Pizza,
agatha x