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Next Chapter
By: guest1456 Date: March 19, 2016, 3:40 pm
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A stray cloud fell over the moon, veiling the realm in momentary
darkness. Marie found herself sitting on a large boulder looking
out into the vastness of the ocean. Waves picked up the sand on
the shore and drove the particles against her bare legs as they
dangled off the side of the rock. Taking in the scenery, Marie
sighed heavily. Each breath felt more fleeting than the one
before it. Time was such a precious jewel worn only by those
capable of weaving it for their purpose. She was not one of
those anymore.
Time was against her now. It was her enemy. Somehow, she had not
seen this outcome. It had slipped from her fingers just as the
wind did now. Her fingers laid splayed against the cold, hard
surface beneath her as she disrupted her weight against them
while her head tilts back to look at the starless skies
overhead.
Cloaked in absolute silence, the woman continued to sit their,
trapped beneath her wandering thoughts. Nothing could easily
frighten her in the past, but now she was fearful of everything.
There were many possible outcomes of her future, but she had no
choice but to be at the mercy of her damned sisters. She swore
on the moon itself that they would pay one day; as would Hades.
The memory of him made her skin crawl. Paranoia set in, causing
her to check over her shoulders. There was no one there. She
should have known better than to think he would be. He would
return one day, but not until there was a reason.
A lump rose in her throat as her thoughts turned to the Dragons
Den and its occupants. Adrani has not looked for her, or if he
had, she would not have known it anyways. Still, she doubted the
fact. He was still grieving for his brother.
She had had no time to process Raijuta's death. Even now, her
body was too exhausted to begin the grieving process. And then,
there was Soraya. How could she return and face the goddess
after being thrown out? Although, she had every right to be
there as she had. That was her home as well. But, it was still
painful to think of.
The delicate sways of her facial features became strained as
emotions overturned her pride. She felt alone and shattered.
Those she needed were the same ones she should avoid. Their
lives hung in the balance, as did hers. None of it was fair, but
then, the fates never were.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: Adrani Date: March 19, 2016, 4:38 pm
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Today was a gloomy day . Beside the events that has happened it
seem more depressing then usual. It seem like everything was
against me . I could feel the weight on my back getting heavier
with each event . My brother dying was just the begin of the
madness that infiltrated my thoughts. Sora depression made
everything worthless and with Marie gone what was i living for?
Everything seemed voided . There where days my legs didnt even
want to carry me out the bed and other times i didnt have the
energy to give a fake smile . There where even times were the
sun shine upon us for hope yet i was blind to the matter . But i
had to maintain my sanity for the sake of others.
I continue to occupied my time by maintaining the house hold the
best way i could . I made breakfast even though no one ever came
to eat . I cleaned the rooms up even though no was ever homes
besides Sora and maintain each dragons domain . It was my remedy
to keep myself together . That alone took up most my time . But
if i had time to look for Marie would I?
Most times i look into the sun as it set behind the earth and
think about her a lot . She never left my mind but she did leave
my heart . The day she left was the day she took my heart with
her . I didnt feel anything when i thought about her . Her
decision slayed my nerves to numbness . Love became from a
emotion to just another thought to me .
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Re: Next Chapter
By: guest1456 Date: March 19, 2016, 5:04 pm
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The presence of her husband shook her to the core, discarding
the thoughts which were bombarding her mind, as though they were
not as weighty as they felt. In a dreamlike state, she stood
with two bare feet holding her up on the solid foundation of the
boulder. Turning her chin, she looked over her shoulder and
spotted him approaching from the distance. Time slowed to a
crawl as her mind reeled with words that had been left unsaid.
None seemed valuable enough to break the silence, but when he
reached her, words became a necessity. Shame and guilt robbed
her of her composure. The sinking feeling in her stomach showed
on her face within thinning lips and indecisive sway of her
brows.
It would be insulting to say no man in heaven could have
compared to Adrani when she had not visited the place, but it
would be true to say that his features surpassed any occupants
in hell's courters. With a strong jaw and captivating eyes, his
appearance rivaled that of any god; even Hades. Much time had
passed since they had seen each other, but it still felt as
though it was yesterday when she had seen him for the first
time. Perhaps, it was the curse of immortality, but she
preferred to believe it was the effect of love.
Her feet carried her onto the shoreline. Sand wedged
uncomfortably between her toes, but the discomfort was lost
beneath the sea of emotions bubbling within her stomach.
"Adrani." Did he see any difference? Could he detect the touch
of another man on her? Her eyes held his intently, looking any
sign of revelation.
She reached for him, fingers parted in mid-air hopelessly
reaching for solidity. An apology hung unbeknownst to him on her
lips as they trembled. If he denied her, she doubted the
strength within her would hold her shaking knees any longer. The
unborn child's heartbeat ringing in her ears kept time of each
passing second. Each beat wore her down, bringing to life the
shame in her eyes. It was unbearable as it was vain. There was
no way he would know of her betrayal or where her shame stemmed
from. She even tried to reason it had not been her fault, but
nothing would lift her shame.
"I'm so sorry," she murmured. "I never meant to leave you when
you needed me the most."
Sincerity brimmed her eyes as she turned them to his gaze. She
longed to tell him everything. It was only a matter of time
until he discovered her pregnancy, and then find that it was not
his. Yet, if she did, she risked his life.
Tears formed in her eyes as she looked to him to save her from
the hell that she was drowning in.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: Adrani Date: March 19, 2016, 5:43 pm
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I didn't know if this was a memory that was trying to make
itself into a reality or a nightmare that wanted to expose my
inner wishes to break the remains of my mirrored mind .
Something told me to come to the shore. I dont know why, I
havn't been here sense Marie left . This use to be our
sanctuary. a place where we could settle things when we had
conflict with each other . A place where we were free from
judgement . Where peace and unity drive over everything . This
was the place where i could let my thoughts roam and find the
answers . This was my home from home .
The sand enbrace my feet with each step i took .In a way it felt
like it was welcoming me back . The sea water washed its way to
the shore and hug my ankles as if it also missed my presents .
The air was clear as ever , it felt like i was cleaning
everything that was bothering me away with each breath . I felt
lighter , i felt free, and then i saw her ,Marie...
At the point of time i couldn't describe the feeling i should be
having cause i didnt have any. I wouldn't force myself to have
any either . The weather was perfect outside but i was cold . I
was back to my old self when emotions was just words not feeling
. Her features wasn't the same as i remember . Her body looked
perfect as always but her ora reek of another man . This was not
Marie . This just a women who had her qualities but not her
touch.
The women spoke she apologize for leaving me in my most time of
need .
"Why are you apologizing ma'am ? You did no wrong to me and
honestly i don't really know you . You remind me of a women that
i once loved . That i was faithful to . She meant the the world
to me . I didn't want to wake up unless she was there and i
couldn't sleep without her on my side .Thinking of Her alone
made me smile and made me belief that there was someone out
there who could see pass my sins for what good i had left . But
it was just a dream . Something my mind created to fill the the
void in my heart .There aint no rest for the wicked like me "
I ended the conversation with a smile and a have nice day and
headed back to the dragons den to prepare dinner .
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Re: Next Chapter
By: guest1456 Date: March 19, 2016, 6:30 pm
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Her outstretched hand found his wrist stalling him in his steps.
Fear became reality when he had proclaimed her to be an
illusion; a cruel trick produced by his broken mind. What could
she say to break through his delusional state? The reality set
in, but she fought against her fate and squared her shoulders.
She had lost too much to lose her husband too.
"Adrani, it's me," she said, her voice low and dangerous like
the times they had fought. "I'm not an illusion."
It pained her that her husband did not recognize her, but she
knew it was because of Hades' remnants on her skin. The memories
flooded her mind. Every touch, every curse he spoke, everything.
All while her eyes beheld him. Taking a small step forward, she
laid another hand on his arm, this one on his forearm. It
trembled as it caressed his bicep.
"Don't do this," she spoke, the stability of her voice wavering.
She was not sure what she was asking him not to do. Jump to
conclusions? Leave her alone?
"I needed you," she whispered, closing her eyes. "I need you
now. Please, don't leave."
He owed her nothing, but she hoped his love would trump any
suspicions he harbored.
"You're not wicked," she added. "You're my love. Kind, gentle,
stubborn as hell too."
Marie closed in on him, wrapping her arms around as her head
came to rest on his chest. His warmth radiated from beneath his
clothes, comforting her. They could get through anything, he had
promised her. Did anything include this tragedy? What she needed
now was to hear confirmation from him. There was no telling what
he may do. He may in fact still buy into the idea that it was
all a dream. Afterall, what wife would carry another man's scent
on her? Yet, if he chose to hate her without any explanation,
she would rather him leave. She could handle it all alone as
long as it saved him and the rest of the family she believed she
had been apart of at one time.
Her curves swayed beneath the black dress as she distanced
herself enough to look up at his face. What was on his mind, or
his heart? Tears fell along her cheeks as her eyes searched his
pleadingly. All she wanted was to go back and live in the time
before Rai and Ember died and before Hades had arrived.
Fear rose in her throat, creating a large lump there. What if
Hades was watching now? It was not fear for herself, she was
untouchable as long as she was caring for their child. It was
fear for Adrani's safety. She buried her head into his scent,
relaxing in his scent. Hades would not be so foolish to upset
her. Without Adrani, he had no leverage. She would destroy Hell
and him if Adrani was ever harmed.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: Adrani Date: March 19, 2016, 7:18 pm
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She reach out to me . Her hand grab my wrist that placed me in a
pause . She had my attention again . She was trying to convince
me that she was the women that left me .She was the women that i
fell in love with some years ago . That she was Marie . But even
under all those tears , all those gentle words that pamper my
ears, I couldn't find the term to believe that this women was
indeed my wife . Then she place her arms around me like Marie
use to . It settle so perfectly , not even a single error . Then
i was swallowed by the presents that linger on her .
Our ora's met . It stood face to face with each other . Its
present was just as dominate as mine but more demonic . I felt
like i was standing face to face to the person who mark her with
his sent . I stared at it for a minute before Ryot step in and
grab the demonic stench by the neck and crushed it from my sight
.
Ryot : Looks like we going to have a fight on our hands Adrani
Adrani: No, whoever it is just a dead man . He just dont know it
yet
Ryot snickers in happiness from my reply . He has been eager to
shower in someonce blood and he might get his wish if it comes
to it
I placed my hand gently across her head and placed it on my
chest . My heart made no sound to the ear . I lost that ability
some months ago when i finally came to terms that she wasnt
coming back here. But she was back now. But the feelings wasnt .
I still felt nub that another man left his mark on her . I
couldn't get rid of the mark . the sin was already cast upon her
but i could get of his present around her and eventually i would
get rid of him . His dynasty will crumble in my hands when we
meet
Words where still trying to be created . I had no idea what she
went through while she left . I wouldn't ask either. In time,
everything will play itself and when it happens i'll be ready .
But till then all i was trying figure out how my reality and
nightmares met .
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Re: Next Chapter
By: guest1456 Date: March 19, 2016, 8:23 pm
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She heard the lack of beat from his heart and removed her head
from his chest to meet his gaze. Without speaking, she took his
hand into hers and gave it a subtle squeeze, silently telling
him that she understood. It worried her that his heart would do
such a thing, but the message was ever clear: he had lost his
feelings toward her. Everything was different now. They would
not be the same after this and they may not recover.
Her tears dried as the realization drove home. There was nothing
she could say to fix any of this and she felt as if she deserved
it. She had tried to escape his grasp, tried to run. Every
attempt was met by a cruel backlash and threats upon Adrani.
Now, she was forced to birth his offspring. Adrani was sure to
leave after that.
Numbness overcame her, depriving her of the grief that had once
sprouted. All she felt aside from it was guilt and shame so
damning, that it was hard just to breathe. She released his
hand, freeing him of his obligation to take care of her within
this mess. He was free to leave and love another less weighted
down with baggage.
"I cannot make you stay." Or want me, her thoughts said,
stealing her breath for a moment. "You have to take care of your
family. I'm here for you."
I will protect you, she mentally vowed, dropping her gaze. No
matter the cost, she would never let Hades touch him.
Hopelessly, she reached up and caressed his cheek with the palm
of her hand. She sighed, thinking of the past. It all seemed
like a dream now. A good dream interrupted by the worse
nightmare.
"I'm so sorry," she whispered. "I will try to make it right
again."
She thought about Raijuta and what Hades had said. If he had had
a hand in his death, she might be able to reverse it. Since the
fates were forced into it, if they were, that could give her
leadway. However, it would take time to prepare, also, there was
no telling if it would work. But laws binded her to silence and
she would not be able to bring the idea to light unless someone
else did.
No. She hung her head. Even if she wanted to, it would not be
possible. There was nothing she could do to rectify the
situation and make Adrani fall back in love with her.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: Adrani Date: March 19, 2016, 8:59 pm
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I was still speechless at the moment , we spoke by our body
language . It was finally clear that those feelings that i once
had for her where now submerge under false dreams and broken
promises . We separated ourselves from each other and she spoke
once more .. Her words where filled with guilt and regret .
Pain, yet the love she had for me was still there . It was still
pure even though her body was tainted by another man .. I could
hear the sorrow in her voice . The regret that the situation
even happen bottle her emotion with so much pain that it
overflowed .. I placed my hand on her gentle cloud like
shoulders and spoke .
"I loved you once , i can love you again but i need to ask you
one question and one question only. If i feel like you're lying
to me I will ask you to leave , and on the way out i will ask
you to erase every happy moment we ever had with each other .
How we first met , our first date , our first kiss on this beach
where we stand right now. All of it gone and i will do the same
. I will forget that you introduce me to love, hope , happiness
and joy . I'll forget how you dance with the wind and how your
body glow when the sun brighten its rays upon you like an angel
. I'll will forget every moment we made love . The physical and
emotional connection we made as our body became one . All of it
gone . "
My voice was calm but ruthless at the same time . I needed one
answer from her and if it was the answer i thought it was then
there was hope that i could find those feelings in the pit i
placed them in, but if not . Then they would stay there to rot
till there where nothing but a memory . A story i could tell
people if i ever decided to travel once again .
"Was he forced upon you or was you willing? "
I really didn't have to put it in details what i was talking
about . I knew it and she knew i knew by now . The question is
,is she going to answer my question truthfully or was we going
to go our separate ways and erase what we build . Do I have to
forget Marie or kill the man that did this to her ? That answer
would rely on her answer.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: guest1456 Date: March 19, 2016, 9:19 pm
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Her expression hardened at his words. There was no way she would
ever follow those wishes. Those were the only things she kept
going on. He knew nothing about her life and none of it was she
willing to convey. He knew not of the torture she had been
through. Their memories were the only good ones. Without him,
she would have never had a family. Still, she heard him out,
waiting for the question.
Despite having been prepared for the question, in fact, she had
expected it from the beginning, she visibly winced. Not because
of what the answer would be, rather it brought about the
memories she fought hard to repress. Marie looked down as she
held his hands. She stared at his knuckles as her thumb ran
across them. What would he think of her when he knew the truth?
She was once so strong and thought to be nearly indestructible.
Yet, a man had been able to break her so easily.
She thought carefully over her words before speaking. Marie was
wary of speaking anything that could place Adrani's life in
danger.
"Never willing," she whispered, still not meeting his gaze.
Marie let loose of his hands and wrapped her arms around herself
as if needing the extra restraint to prevent herself from
falling apart. There was too much pain that came with
remembering the instances where Hades had harmed her.
"Adrani," she whispered, glancing around them. "Let it be. Let's
forget everything. It's not worth it."
Her gaze settled on him, pleading with him silently. If he went
after him, all she had endured would have been in vain. Hades
was a force to be reckoned with. She knew from experience that
it was not easy to kill him.
Her hands clenched into fists before unraveling. She closed her
eyes and hung her head.
"Can we go home?" she begged.
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Re: Next Chapter
By: Adrani Date: March 19, 2016, 9:55 pm
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While i awaited for an answer from Marie her thumbs slid across
my knuckles . If this was her way to soften me up it wasnt going
to work against a man who was numb . She cried trying to rally
up the words she wanted to say to me .She must of went through a
lot while she was gone . So perfect on the outside but yet
ripped to shreds on the inside fro her trouble past .
"Never Willing "
It sounded so painful how she said it . It felt like she was
reliving it over and over again . What ever this man did to her
he did it nothing less then text book .
"That's all I need to know ,Lets go home . I have food to
prepare"
Both of my arms reach out to her . I wanted to carry her home .
I wanted her to have the feeling that she was safe in my arms .
That everything was going to be ok.It was just going to take
time for me to process it all in . I needed time to get
everything in order .My brother's death , Ember's death, the
family splitting apart and now my wife . The world of problems
just got bigger and heavier and slowly i felt myself not being
able to hold it on my shoulders any longer .
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