Chapter 43

Andriel's POV

"Dad, you called me?" I stepped inside the study room. Dad was looking outside the window with his hands resting behind his back. Even mom was there sitting on the couch with an expression I can't tell. I frowned at the situation. What happened again?

"You are here" dad turned around. "Andriel why didn't you tell me before?"

"Tell you what?" I asked back, not understanding his meaning at all.

"Andriel" Mom called my name "today Sandra and Alessia went to a hot spring bath. I thought to join them too so I went there"

"Is there any problem with that mom?" I frowned.

She shook her head "of course not. Why don't you let me complete my words first?" She stand up and sighed "the problem is Sandra— "

"What?" I almost jumped in shock. "What are you saying mom? She is my mate" I protested.

Mom frowned and walked to me before slapping my cheek "why are you so aggressive? Can't you stand still and listen to my words first before showing your attitude?"

I held my cheek "mom, you almost gave me heart-attack"

She rolled her eyes while dad chuckled "look at your son, he got all your arrogance. This is all because of you. How can I live with it?"

Dad walked to her and threw his arm over her shoulder "how can you accuse me darling? It's not only me who made him isn't it?"

Mom's cheek flushed. This is the reason I don't stay in pack houses more than necessary. When I didn't find my mate, their sweet antics would always burn my heart in jealousy. But now I could only roll my eyes and ignore their presence.

"Can we just get back to why I was called here? I guess I am not here to see your romantic gestures dad" I said in a bored tone.

Dad coughed and strengthened himself "you really have that ruining mouth Andriel" then his expression changed into a serious one "so as I asked, why didn't you tell us about the mark on Sandra's chest?"

I frowned "dad it's a private thing for her, how can I say it like nothing?" Then something crossed my mind " wait, is there something wrong with it?"

He nodded "have you thought about it before?"

"I guess I did. That mark seems strange. I first thought it was a tattoo but the pattern design is somehow different. She also stated that it was her birthmark or so what her mother told her"

"This is what she said to me too" Mom nodded "she said her mother told she was born with it"

Dad shook his head "the shape of the mark and color, it's already confirmed that is not a birthmark"

"Dad, you know something, don't you?" I asked.

Dad didn't reply but went to his book shelves and pulled out a gray covered book which looked old and dusty. He wiped the dust and walked back to us. Without any sound he opened the book and flipped a few pages before showing it to us.

"Is it this mark?"

I looked at the page and was surprised to see the exact mark drawn on the torn page. The blue shaped mark was something I have only seen on Sandra.

"Ah, that's it" mom gasped "but how come it's here?"

Dad turned the book and looked at the mark. He frowned slightly and sighed at the end. "As I predicted, this is not a tattoo or birthmark"

"Then what is it?" I asked.

He looked at me "it's a seal Andriel"

"Seal?" I couldn't understand. "Why would she have a seal like this? Or it's....." Then my eyes widened "dad is it because she is..."

He nodded "I have always had doubt since the first time I saw her, Sandra's background is not what is shown to the world. Her real identity is hidden and sealed. And this mark on her chest is the real proof. You don't believe it so read it yourself" dad tossed the book at me. I caught it and turned the pages. My eyes glued on the drawing before it slid downward to the content written on the page in old calligraphy.

BLUE WATER SEAL

The ancient trick of sealing the power within the body to protect from the untrusted beings. The seal will hide all the abilities and power of the subject until it's broken. But this seal will weaken if the subject is more powerful.

I stared at the page and couldn't believe myself. So this seal is to hide the self identity. But why was it used on Sandra? If she was from a wolf clan then why was she raised as an ordinary human? She herself doesn't know her identity. It looked like there was more than one reason for it. My mate, who is unknown to her own identity, is really strange.

"So it makes sense," Mom said after some time. "When Alessia said Sandra fought with Kayleigh and won I couldn't believe it. I thought it was because she had the fortune but now joining all the incidence and indication I guess she could defeat Kayleigh because she is also one of us"

"This matter should be taken in a rush. Since Sandra's identity was hidden, it must be because of some reason which we can't interfere with. We couldn't let this matter out. There must be enemies trying to locate her. And because of the seal, till now they were unable to find her"

I nodded in agreement. Dad walked to me and patted on my shoulder "son, I have always believed in your choice and action. And this time, I am glad the moon goddess has blessed you with fortune. Sandra, if I am not wrong then must be from that destroyed clan, which is why her real identity was hidden for many years''

"If there are dangers lurking around her then we need to find the reason for this dad. I can't let anything happen to her, no matter what" I said as I clenched my fist, just thinking about her getting hurt.

"I know, son. But since Sandra herself is unaware of this then it's futile to ask her. She wouldn't be able to provide any needed information to you and it will complicate the whole thing" dad sighed.

"Maybe her mother could answer," mom said and we looked at her. She smiled "she must be a baby when this seal was used on her. And her mother would definitely know of it. Sandra's life must be in danger so she was hidden all these years. And if you want to get through this matter then the only person who can give you all the answers is only her mother. We need to talk to her about it"

"You are right mom" I smiled with agreement.

"Where is she now?" Dad asked.

"She is enjoying her vacation. But I guess she will be back in a week. Her vacation period is almost over"

"Then you need to go and fetch her here safely. Maybe we don't know but it doesn't mean others also don't know her, her safety is on demand " dad said.

"Yes dad, I know what to do. Don't worry" I nodded.

"This is what I was expecting from you son. You never let me down and I am so proud of you"

After the conversation I walked out of the study and found Lysithea was walking towards me. I frowned at her. Why is she here again? She smiled when she saw me.

"Andriel"

"Why are you here Lysithea? You know this place is not for everyone isn't it?" My voice was hard as I said.

"Andriel, I know please don't get angry okay. You went inside the study for quite a long time and did not come back. So I thought there must be something important to talk about. I was just thinking to wait for you outside" her expression was filled with guilt.

I sighed in heart "why are you here?"

"I...." She looked embarrassed. "I know you have a mate now and it's not convenient for us to hang out like in the past. But I was still hoping for you if you could drive me to the Healers pack today"

I frowned "you could have just gone there by yourself Lysithea. It's not like you don't know how to drive"

"I know Andriel. It's just you have gotten here after years and we never had a friendly chat. I missed you so much but I can understand, your mate must think differently. Mom, dad left already and they took the car. I was just asking for a ride" she sighed "it's okay if you don't want. I will find someone for it" she smiled.

"You are going to the healer pack?" I asked again.

"Yes" she nodded.

I thought of something. Healers pack.

"Fine, I also have something to do there. Let's go together"

She smiled widely "thanks Andriel. I know you will not forget our friendship. I will wait for you at the gate by evening" she walked away happily.

I looked at her disappearing figure and my eyes filled with frost.