Egyptian Wolf

Chapter 8

Maat’s POV

I didn't expect my people would easily accept to move out of this realm. What I have said motivated them, hence I am leaving. They were joyful, and it made me happy. I even made a promise to myself to make sure that they join me safely since I don't know what's waiting for me out there. As the king spoke, I looked at him.

“I assure you, you will be taken care of as soon as you come to my world.” He was looking at me as he speaks.

However, he had a mischievous expression in his eyes and a foreign emotion that caught my eye, but it disappeared as soon as he realized I was observing him. I wonder what he was thinking about, especially with the smugness, but I guess there is a lot I need to learn about him.

Tedros was not as happy as he was clapping his hands. I will ask him about it as soon as I get a chance.

As soon as everyone left, I asked my siblings to help me pack in my room.

“You are leaving?” Abubakar’s sad voice broke the silence.

I nodded while folding my dresses. “Jendayi, please take that green suitcase and pack my shoes in it as well as that blanket,” I pointed at it, watching them busy going through my closet and taking out everything in it.

It took us 50 minutes to pack, and we ended up sitting on my bed chatting.

“Are you sure this is what you want?” Naunet's eyes glistened with unhappiness when she spoke.

I had to assure them that everything would work out just fine. “Yes, I am hundred percent sure. Besides, we will reunite in a month. Even though it would be a long wait.” I told them as I embraced them. There was a sob when breaking from the hug. Dayi was crying. “Come here, little one.” Cooing and squeezing her tight. “You know I didn’t expect you to cry because you are the bravest of all of us. I don’t want to leave you, but I promise it will be for a short while.” She sniffled and said, “It’s going to be hard not having you around.” Her words touched my heavy heart. “I know and I am sorry you have to go through it,” I whispered, making circles with my hand on her back soothingly. “I am going to miss tiptoeing on you while you meditate.” She expressed with a sniffle mixed with a giggle.

We laughed and stayed in an embrace for a while until Abub clapped his hands, breaking the sorrow. “Now that you are leaving us, we are camping in your room as our last bonding night.” He grinned.

“I will go get blankets and pillows while Abubakar gets the snacks to celebrate our lovely sister.” Naunet smiled, rubbing her hands in excitement.

“First, go to your rooms to bathe, then come back,” shooing them out of the door.

As soon as they left, I went to the bathroom and took a bath. I sat in the hot water thinking about starting a new life without my family. My eyes burned, gushing with warm liquid heating my cheeks. I had to be strong because I cannot let my siblings see me falling apart. With a sigh, I dried myself, dressed in my nightdress and waited for them.

They came through the door, and we spread blankets and pillows on the floor. Spending the night eating snacks and reminiscing about our childhood memories. I watched my siblings with a joyful face while they were joking and laughing, realizing that this is what I will miss; I thought to myself before falling asleep.

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Waking up at 5 am, I folded the blankets I was sleeping in, then went to the bathroom and did my morning routine. I dressed in my cream-white long skirt with a slit on my right, a matching short sleeves blouse and paired it with my gold gladiator sandals. I let my midnight blue curly hair down my waist, applying my lip-gloss and a bit of mascara.

As soon as I was done with everything, I woke up my siblings. “Hey, sleepyheads, wake up.” I cradled their shoulders and shook them gently. Naunet Abub and Abubakar opened their eyes, sleepiness clear in their eyes.

“Just give me five minutes and I’ll be awake,” Dayi whined, her eyes still closed.

I chuckled. “It’s already 6 am. Don’t you want to see me go?” I whispered in her ear. She shot up at the speed of lightning and went to her room. I folded her blankets and placed them on my bed. Then walked to the kitchen where I believe my departure crew was having breakfast. Last night, Jefar said we would leave soon after breakfast.

When I enter the room, the guests stopped eating and stood to their feet. I gave them a small smile; greeting, but Jefar told them to sit. I took a seat next to him and did not glance at him. I was not shy or scared of him but stiffened and I ignored him taking the plate, filling it with food, and eating in peace.

“Are you ready for our trip, princess?” I jerked my head, looking at Tedros.

Did he just call me princess? Wow, these people don't waste time. I cleared my throat, eyeing him intently while wiping my mouth with a serviette. “I am looking forward to your world, Tedros.” Giving him a slight smile. I saw Jefar giving him a cocky smirk before he announced it was time for us to go.

My family came with my four suitcases and a few pack members came as well to say goodbye. Jefar and his men gave me time alone to say goodbye to everyone. My mom was wailing while dad was trying to comfort her. Dayi had a blank expression on her face, but I could see behind the look that she was in pain.

I crouched to her level. “I am proud of you,” I said as I embrace her. “Please take care of everyone for me, okay?” I added. Suddenly, that throbbing feeling expanded my chest with worry. I hugged her more tightly, whispering in her ear, “If anything happens, remember the muddy, broken house. Use the hole to escape with everyone.” I kissed her cheek, and she nodded with a grin. I stood up, considering my twin brothers, and squeezed them in my arms. “Take care you two and don’t drive mom crazy with your antics. Especially you Abub.” I said with an emotional chuckle.

Hell, I thought it was going to be easy, but I know for sure that there is no limit to feelings at some point.

They laughed and wished me well, saying, “we will meet where the river flows.” In unison.

I turned to Naunet, sobbing, and I embraced her. “Hey, you will make me cry.” A sob left my lips. I held her until she let out sniffles. “You are all making this hard for me. I will see you soon. I love you.”

Ever falling tears smudged Mom's cheeks while dad tried to look strong.

“Oh, my baby is leaving.” Mom burst into tears, stretching her arms to me. “We will meet again soon.”

Dad held me in his warm embrace with heavy a sigh leaving his lips. I thought because of having an argument the other day, he will be angry with me.

“Please take care of yourself, my lovely daughter, and don’t forget, don't trust everyone. Please, continue to hide your wolf. It's not everyone who is supposed to see it.” He whispered and let go.

I nodded in acknowledgement because I cannot trust everyone with my wolf. The first time I shifted, I was five, and it shocked my parents how huge my wolf was being a pup. My mom made me promise not to shift in front of people. I shifted only when I was alone or with them, far away from prying eyes. Sighing, it's going to be hard in the new world not to let my wolf out.

Jefar pulled me out of my thoughts, calling my name, telling me it was time to go. I embraced my family one last time, then walked away, leaving the only people I knew my entire life.

When we started walking away, I turned to look back, waving my hand at everyone, and yelled, “Jendayi, please tell the twins and Naunet what I have said to you.” Then turned back to Jefar’s way and walked away.

I observed the men holding my suitcases as if they weighed nothing. I smiled but somehow thought about the journey. It is finally happening. Will I be happy with the man that I know nothing about? Am I ready for whatever life is waiting for me in the real world? Definitely yes, I am ready for everything. I am not saying it will be easy, but I feel it will be worth it.