Chapter 47 The Magus kingdom

CYNTHIA MAXIMILLIAN POV
I should pack my belongings. I must go to the Magus kingdom. The next piece of information I needed to continue my study into Maximillian's family heirloom. The door suddenly open.
"What's the deal with those bags? Cynthia, where are you going?"-he asks. I placed my backpack over my shoulder.
"I need to look into an important topic. I have to go to the Magus kingdom."-I said. His expression changes.
"Magus kingdom? Is that some sort of joke? Gladys is your nemesis, as you are well aware. What is the point of this?"
"It's an heirloom left by my ancestor in the witches' territory. Trust me, I'll be okay. I promise I'll return as soon as I find it."-I said. He heaves a sigh.
"I'll accompany you."-he said. I looked at him and took his hand in mine. I knew he didn't want to hurt me or anything, but he had to do what he had to do.
"Ulysses, you need to be here and do what you need to do. I promise I'll be okay."-I said.
"Cynthia…I love you."-he said. Because of the tears that were streaming from my eyes, my vision became fuzzy. This is the second time he has stated it, and it feels like the first time. I embrace him.
"Silly, why are you crying? This isn't the first time I've said I love you."-he said. He shed the tears in my eyes. I smiled and leaned in to kiss him.
"And so? Ulysses, I love you even more. I'm going to think of methods to stay alive from now on so that I can be with you forever."-I said. He grinned and kissed me as well.
"That's my mate. Beautiful and strong. I'll still accompany you. There are no buts. I'll speak with Pricilla, and don't dare to enter Magus' kingdom—alone!"-he remarked, pointing his finger at me. I laughed.
"Yes, Sir!"-I said, saluting him. He burst out laughing.
"Wait for me in the garden,"-he instructed. I visited the garden. As I go through this grimoire, I discover that we have an heirloom. I was curious as to what type of gemstone that was. It is claimed to contain powerful magic that, if seized by a villain, that will bring about calamity. Windy was licking her daughter's fur when I saw her. Dallas is probably preoccupied with his everyday exercise. Marko is trying to satisfy Dallas's desire to become a knight as well. I offered them a little of my pie.
"Look after everyone."-I said. Windy speaks herself.
"Are you going somewhere else, princess?"
"Yes. I'm going to the Magus kingdom."-I said.
"The witches' region? What is the reason, princess?"
"I'm looking for something, Wendell. Don't worry, Ulysses will accompany me. Just keep an eye on everyone; after all, I gave the three of you a special ability. It will come in handy when problems might happen while we're away."-I said.
"Understood, your highness."-he said. I smiled.
ULYSSES ALEXANDERS POV
"Where were you guys going?"-Pricilla.
"We'll go to Magus' kingdom. I believe she was looking for information on the area."-I said. She got to her feet.
"That's Gladys' territory, Ulysses.? Cynthia is in peril. She's a psychopath—or should I say lunatic? Whatever. You understand what I mean, don't you?"-she remarked.
"I understand. That is why I am accompanying you. Don't be concerned; we'll be okay. We'll be back as soon as possible. We will make sure of it, Pricilla. We promise."
"That's exactly the issue. You two are like important pieces in a chess game. We will not allow you two perish. I mean, we can go there and finish the job for you two. Leave the risky task to your pawns."-she said. She is taken aback when I hug her.
"Thank you, Pricilla. I owe you so much. Please accept my apologies if I have disappointed you on certain circumstance. We are family, as Cynthia stated. As a result, we won't be utilizing anyone or viewing each other as pawns. Let us collaborate. I'll leave you with the task for the time being, okay?"-I said. She sighs.
"What is that, reverse psychology?"-she said. I let her go, laughing at what she said.
"Does it work?"-I respond by teasing her. She giggles.
"Okay. Okay. I've got your back, you obnoxious werewolf king. Just promise me you won't do anything risky while you're in Magus kingdom, okay?"
"I've got it. All right, we'll go ahead then."-I said. She gave a nod. She is conversing with the colossal tigers. She gave me a kind smile.
"Did she scold you?"-she asks. I nodded.
"While we're on that place, Wendell, look after the others.? I am entrusting you with our family."
"No problem, king of werewolves. Make sure that the two of you will come home safe, okay?"-he said.
"I hear you. We will. Shall we go?"-I ask and face her.
"Yes,"-she said. I grabbed her hand, and the next thing we saw was a town in the Magus kingdom.
"I'm hoping we don't run into that old lady."-I said.
"Hey, mind your mouth."-she said. I laughed.
"I apologize, Mrs. Alexanders."-I said. Her eyebrow arches.
"Mrs…? When? I'm kidding, but I kind of like it. Mrs. Alexanders…uhm! Mango! I think that's delicious. Can you buy one for me, please?"-she said. She even looked at me with puppy eyes. I burst out laughing. I bring my face closer to hers and murmur in her ear.
"Don't make a puppy face at me. Cynthia, it's dangerous to my heart."-I said. She is flushed. I end up kissing her in front of everyone. She pressed her hand on her lips. She feels ashamed since we have caught their attention.
"Why did you do that?"-she asks. I stroke her nose line.
"For being adorable and made my heart skip a beat."
"Huh? That's unfair!"-she pouted. I dragged her to the mango stand and bought the mango she had requested.
ALEXA RILES POV
I let out a long sigh. I knew I shouldn't be feeling this way, but I suddenly wish I hadn't made that decision. I feel his warmth embracing me closely as he wraps his warm hand around my waist. I turn to face him.
"Are you a little exhausted, hmm?"-I ask. He gave a nod.
"Yes. Perhaps because I need to be more vigilant about our people's safety. I'm still thinking about what happened at the meeting."
"What if I have a secret I'm hiding from you, my king?? Will you despise me if I am not the lady you expect of me? Will you hate me or...fall out of love?"-I ask. He takes a glance at me.
"We vow not to hide secrets from each other, right??Alexa, tell me what's troubling you."
"I'm...just a little concerned that when you discover this. You may see me as a monster, or you may dethrone me as your queen."-I said. He took a glimpse on me.
"Are you a vampire??Or even a werewolf? Or are you a witch? Which of them three?"-he said. But his eyes have a distinct look. As if he is amazed or discovers an intriguing story or scenario. I gulp.
"I'm a witch, Aunt Cendrea seals my power after I tell her that? I wish to be a normal person."
"Okay. But…? Alexa, why are you troubled by that?"-he ask. I look at him, confused.
"Is that your only response? In other words, I'm a monster. Did you ever consider that I could have cast a spell on you to make you fall in love with me? Uhnn…"
He kissed me and forced me to face him. As I gazed at him, I moaned and my eyes softened. How could he be so nice? He kisses my cheeks and smiles at me.
"No, you didn't. Why? Because I fell in love with you the first time I saw you playing with a girl in the garden of Dawn castle. I believe you were just 13 years old at the time. You must have thought I first met you when you were sent here to marry me. I've already seen you a few times, you moron. You're the reason I usually accompany Father when he visits Dawn kingdom."-he said. My mouth agape.
"Really? Why didn't you inform me about this? You even waited years for my virginity. I assumed it was because you despise the notion of having sex with a stranger."-I said. He laughed and drew me in closer.
"How could I? I just waited for the correct time till I felt you were ready to make love to me. That's why I took advantage of the situation at the moment."
"Evan, I wanted to inform you that I wanted to lift Aunt Cendrea's seal. I'll seek Cynthia's assistance. I intended to use it to safeguard our kingdom."-I said.
"Are you certain of that, Alexa?"-he asks. I gave her a nod.
"Yes. I'm certain of it."-I said. He nodded and smiled.
"Then do what you wanted to do, my queen."-Evan.
ILDRICH EDROS POV
I have a look around. I can't seem to find Rita. What happened to her? I told her to come here and wait for me. I just went out and bought this hairpin on my own. I intended to give it to her as a present. Perhaps big sister is correct. Now is the time for me to make a move. I've already asked Yael for permission.
"That scent. That's Rita's blood!"-I said. I abandoned the cart in which we had stored our food. I followed the fragrance and glanced around. I noticed a blood splatter on the ground.
"What the heck is going on here?"-I exclaimed. I followed her lingering smell. I used my speed till I noticed a shadow approaching out of the woods. Oh, no! She is holding a knife to Rita's throat. She is out of it. I can't detect any scent from her. Her large wooden mask prevents me from seeing her face. Who the heck is she?! Rita, hang in there!?
"Are you going to keep staring at us like that, hmm?"
"What are you doing, you rascal?"-I said. She cuts her skin with that silver knife. Damn it!
"Stop it, you coward!"-I said, and then attacked her. Rita serves as a protection for her. I'm glad I didn't scratch her after making a fist with my hand. I cast a quick glance at her. When she opened her eyes, my eyes widened in surprise at what she had done. She injures me with her nails. Blood is dripping down my arms, which I was using as a shield. That witch! Is she—?
"Go...assassinate him!"-she said quietly. We began arguing when I took a step back. I take a step back and grab her hands. However, she jumped off and smacked me on the ground.
"Bwahahaha! That's it... Kill him!"-she said. She leaped on top of me and grabbed the knife that the woman was holding out. She's going to stab me when I grab the knife and it starts to burn my palm. I take a glance at her.
"Rita, wake up!? This is not your face! Don't allow a knucklehead like her order you like a dog! You're not this frail!"-I yelled. I observed her reaction. I'm willing to take that risk. I grabbed the knife and went at the woman, but she used a barrier to defend herself. A witch, you say? Rita coughs when I strike her in the stomach. She vomits, and a worm crawls out from her mouth. I crush it. That woman appears to be concerned. She vanishes, but I will remember that strange smile.
"Rita…? Rita?"-I said. She is about to fall, but I catch her and gaze her in the eyes. That worm must be the medium which she uses to controls her. Damn!
"What happened, Ildrich?"-she asks. She must have gotten a scent of my blood under her fingernails. She weeps.
"Please accept my apologies. I had no idea what had transpired. I'm at a loss for words. Someone grabbed my back, then something crawled down my neck, and I—"
"Sshhh. It's all right. You are now safe. Let's head home."
I carried her up, and she was taken aback by what I had done. Who exactly is that witch? What made her do this to us? Crap. What kind of enemy she is?!