Prologue
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(13 years old)
“I wish I don’t have to leave you alone” Noah said as he wiped my tears.
“It's ok. You should go and train. Train hard and be the terrain’s greatest king!” I said as I smiled at him.
My heart aches to be away from him but he has to train and become a great king.
“I will see you in 5 years?” he said as I nodded trying hard not to cry. He hugged me one last time before moving to his family.
They had their time before he walked to the portal.
“I will see you all soon!” he said waving his hand before disappearing into the portal with Violet, the daughter of Vikas and future second in command of the king.
(15 Years old)
(Veronica POV)
“Papa. I don’t know what is happening to me. I have powers! But I can’t control them!” I cried as papa shushed me.
I was wearing gloves and coat and everything else that would keep my skin hidden.
My skin was marked with glowing red markings and I feel myself on fire.
He looked at me worriedly.
His weak almost dead silver eyes widen as he saw the marking on my skin.
Swirls of designs glowed red on my skin and it’s not just one place but the whole of my body.
“Did anyone else find out?” he asked as I shook my head.
“I came to you as soon as I found out” I said as he nodded.
“Baby girl. No one should know about this. You have to show others you are powerless. Tell Mrs. Galina to make the drink even more powerful. Also, I want you to visit Sir Wilfred in the dark terrain” he said as I wiped my tears.
“The scary bodyguard?” I asked as he nodded.
“Yes. He will train you to keep your powers inside you. Veronica, under no circumstances should you ever use your magic. It’s too dangerous” he said as I nodded.
“Why?” I asked confused but he shook his head.
“I will tell you, but not now. All I have to say is be strong. Stay under the protection of King Allister. Train without powers” he said as I nodded.
“I will” I said as he kissed my forehead.
“Stay strong”
(17 years old)
“Veronica Ebras” The elder council called as I took a deep breath and entered the platform.
Mother Aria smiled at me as I walked to her.
“Congratulation, Veronica. After 4 years of intense training I am proud to declare you the commander warrior of the Obsidian Terrain!” She shouted loud and as the crowd cheered.
I looked at my father who was standing on the far corner smiling proudly at me. He had two guards beside him and his hand was still chained.
“Thank you. I promise that I will fight for the kingdom. I will serve the terrain with all my life and ensure safety to all” I said loudly as the crowd cheered at me.
“Philip Wilfred” Mother Aria called as the black-haired guy with green eyes walked to the stage.
He grinned at me before bowing to the elders.
“Congratulations Philip. After 4 years of intense training I am proud to declare you one of the second in command warrior of the Obsidian Terrain” Mother Arianna said as he bowed and said his thank you.
After the other trainees were awarded and titled as warriors, the real party began.
“We are finally, top warrior serving directly to the king!” Philip said as he fist-pumped the air.
“Finally” I shouted as I mimicked him.
Philip was the son of Sir Wilfred, my old-time bodyguard. He and I became great friends when I went to visit his father to control my powers.
Philip is the only one who knows my secret. He knows all my flaws and knows how to control me when I lose my power.
“I can’t believe my baby girl is the second in command warrior!” Mother Aria said as she hugged me.
“Thank you!” I said as I hugged her back.
“I’m sure Noah will be surprised at how well you have grown. Who knew a girl who was sweet and gentle become commander of warriors!” she said proudly as I blushed.
Noah…
I miss him. I wish he was here when I got this position. I wish he would stand next to his father looking at me proudly as I receive my place as his protector.
I wonder what he is doing now. It has been 4 years since I have seen or heard of him. Only 1 more year before he comes back.
I miss him so much. I miss his smile and his talk. I miss how he makes my heart skip a few beats every time he stares at me.
He is my first crush. He is my only crush.
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