CHAPTER 32

Haven looked at herself in the mirror and didn’t smile at all. She was wearing her ceremonial robes. She was wearing a nice tight top with skinny jeans and the robe on top to cover what was inside.
She had her two Ignis daggers on her as well as a short gun. This wasn’t a normal ceremony like the others but a battle and there were going to be casualties which she was going to try to minimize as possible.
Her neck was plastered with a necklace which her predecessors used to wear. It was made of gold, rubies and diamonds. She had the bracelet and anklet she was given the day she became the Viper on.
After being satisfied with her dressing she left her bedroom and went to the living room where her retinue was waiting for her. She looked around and saw her shadow guards.
She smiled at them and said, “let’s return together.”
They all nodded in response and she sighed. Why did she have to kill her own people? She couldn’t forgive anyone who tries to rebel against the seat. It was custom and had to be followed no matter what. She went outside and they all followed her.
Tom opened the door to her car and she climbed in. Gina followed her too. She had tried to convince her not to come but she was stubborn. If she survives this then she was going to promote the little girl.
Her entourage left the grounds and drove to her destination. What was good about her organization was the fact that they had their own private lands and even if something were to happen; the civilians will never know.
When she arrived at the destination, the cars parked. It seemed her children were already there considering the number of cars already parked. Anyone who will come across will just think people parked their cars and left not knowing that the buildings were located underground and not above the ground.
They went to the entrance and the guards pressed the button which opened the ground and the elevator to pop upwards. They all got onto the elevator and went down below. When the elevator stopped they all got down and she put on her hood. Even though it was a special night her face was something no one should clearly see.
When she walked in the hall they all stood and bowed as she passed them walking towards her throne; the throne that was going to make a lot of blood to be shed.
She sat down and looked at the crowd.
“You may all sit down,” she said and they did what she said.
She looked at the huge numbered and wondered. Among all these people, a quarter was aware of what was going to happen. Her Oracle was corrupt and was planning to kill her.
There were so many enemies that she was even scared of eating the food but there was nothing to worry about. Her people were versed in poisons and poisons couldn’t kill her since she consumes them on a daily basis.
Sam stood up and looked at her for permission which she gave.
“We are all gathered here tonight to celebrate and honor those of us who did well and for those who are just joining the family. Welcome all of you and thank you for being patient and being loyal. I hope you all have a great time and have a night that you will never forget,” Sam told the people.
Haven wanted to laugh but she couldn’t do it. This old man was very sneaky and crafty. A lot of speeches were made and the ceremony officially began.
There were at least hundred children getting the medals tonight and she had to shake them all. It was very tiring but she kept her composure as she shook each and every child after getting their medal.
After the medal ceremony, it was time to eat and mingle. Everything was done and she knew there was no way they were going to attack right there. Gina brought her food which she ate leisurely and slowly looking around, seeing exactly what they were thinking.
“I need to go to the ladies,” she said standing up.
“I will go with you,” Gina said.
“No, go and be with your man. I will be fine, Lee will be with me,” she said and left.
She had a feeling they would want to attack her alone and that would be for the best. She didn’t want any innocent people to die because of her. She saw her corrupt priests and priestess whispering and she knew her time was nearing.
She didn’t go to the bathroom but rather went to another elevator which took her a further down below the ground. There was another floor below which wasn’t being used. It was closed because someone killed herself there. It was the perfect place to kill each other.
She looked at her time and wondered where her baby was now. They had taken her yesterday and she knew there won’t hurt her that fast yet. It was better if she saw who she really was now than to hear t from others. She was a bad woman and that was not going to change.
When she walked into the hall, she felt her. Her baby was close. Because she wanted to protect her she imprinted Amber with one of her poisons. Her blood could easily feel its presence as long as she was near.
She just hoped and prayed that Amber won’t abandon her after witnessing such cruel things she was about to do.
“I knew you were not a fool. So, you knew?” Sam asked as he appeared in front of her.
“Like you said I’m not a fool. So, what do you want?”
“I want you to die and for me to take your place.”
“You think you can become the Viper?”
“I can, the people have chosen me. You are a very cruel young woman and you don’t deserve anyone’s respect or loyalty.”
“Is that so? Since you already know that, why are you playing with fire? I can kill you right now and no one will ever know,” she said.
“I know about that but I have an army with me. I won’t be killing you myself but your children will do that,” Sam said and she felt them.