Chapter 33: Chapter 33

I felt shortness of breath. Talking with Li Changying caused the feeling of dread to settle in my stomach. Over the past few weeks, I've grown quite fond of my baby and the thought of losing it made my insides clench. But what if it turns out to be true? What if Lukas kills our child?

'No. What the hell are you thinking? He would never do something like that'

I let out a sigh. He was a demon after all but it was impossible to believe that he would kill his own next of kin. If he really did want to kill the baby he would have let me die instead of calling the fairies and sitting by my side.

After that, I could not join the party. Lukas seemed to be in a kind of mood because he did not object to my decision. I retreated back to my room and let my body rest for a while.

Closing my eyes I let myself lull to the pitless darkness.

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"Ahh" I groaned, feeling my head throb as I tried to open my eyes. It felt like a hangover even though I did not have a sip of alcohol. Maybe it was all the stress. Slowly I tried to sit up and blink my eyes open, squinting at the harsh sunlight streaming from the window.

My eyes stung from the brightness and I turned around, hiding my face in between my hands.

I licked my lips at the dryness I felt in my mouth and throat. My eyes darted towards the nightstand to look for water but the bottle was empty. A sigh left my lips as I remembered waking up in the middle of the night and gulping all the liquid. It seemed like the party was still going on because I could still hear the noise in the middle of the night.

Slipping on my robe I walked downstairs. Even though I knew that no one would be allowed to stay in the mansion because of Lukas it was still better to be prepared.

Entering the dining hall I noticed that everyone was rushing to make breakfast. No wonder Kira was busy and did not wake me up. I padded towards the living room only to notice Fang.

What was he doing here? My eyes widened at the creature. Unlike before I did not see a hellhound. But it did not soothe me. It was still the same creature that attacked me and wanted me dead.

Dean was the one handling it, more like struggling with the leash. I sometimes forget that he can see the hellhound instead of a stallion.

As soon Fang saw me he started whimpering, his head bent down as if he was communicating a form of apology. It made me reconsider my decision. Lukas did say that he was manipulated somehow because there was no way Fang would attack without being provoked. I worked my lips in between my teeth. Maybe I should go and pet him.

With that thought, I neared Fang only to have Dean tug him back.

"Talia" He breathed, trying to hold back the stallion.

"You shouldn't be here"

"I just want to pet him"

Dean made a sound, "Are you crazy? Did you forget what happened the last time he was near you?"

I stilled. That was something no one would never forget. Because of Fang, I was laying lifeless thinking that I would lose my baby. Everything felt a blur and the only thing I could see was Lukas. And me telling him to save my baby.

I crossed my arms, my lips pressed tight "Then why did you bring him to the mansion?"

"Lukas wants to... You know what I shouldn't be telling you this" Dean shook his head while trying to hold the creature who was trying to inch closer towards my stomach. But he did not look like he wanted to hurt my child.

I pouted, "Oh come! Like I'll be trying telling this to anyone."

Dean went back to his stoic mode and shook his head. He really is a stickler for rules so I should have known it was useless to ask him for insider info.

"Talia" Lukas voice made me still. I shivered the footsteps behind me got closer and I could feel his presence.

My breath hitched in my throat as he stood in front of me. He did not look like he was partying the night before. His black blazer was well fitted and made him look even more gorgeous if that was possible. He had his hair slicked back. What was wrong with me? Am I seriously calling a demon gorgeous? Shaking my head I stared back at him.

"I thought you would be asleep" He frowned, staring at the huge clock behind me. I followed his line of vision and noticed that it was still early in the morning. That's why breakfast was not made yet.

I hummed, "I was but then I got thirsty"

"Oh. I'll send someone with the bottle"

It felt all to domestic. Talking to him was always a task but I think something changed after I got injured. He was more lenient and soft-spoken than before. It seemed like Lukas was trying to make an effort. Or maybe I was just imagining things.

"Where are you going? And are you taking Fang?"

Lukas clenched his jaw, glaring at Dean over his shoulder, "I told you to take him directly to the portal room."

Fang let out a painful sound, trying to nudge at Lukas but he slid away from the creature. Lukas was still punishing him.

Dean let out a frustrated sound, "I'm trying but you know how stubborn you can be. He is not budging from the room."

Lukas sneered, turning towards Fang, "Go along with Dean. Now"

Fang whimpered and tugged at the leash as if pulling Dean along. His mane was ruffled and all over the place which made me want to pet him even more. Fand had his neck bent down as he trudged out of the living room.

Lukas shook his head and turned towards me, "You shouldn't be here."

"You sound exactly like Dean" I snorted, crossing my arms against my chest.

Lukas lips twitched, "Did he say that?"

"The first thing he said when I entered the living room"

"You know he is right"

I sighed, "Maybe. But Fang seems so down I just want to pet him"

"You shouldn't. It's very dangerous cara. I have no idea what came over him and neither does Yama so I am taking him someplace else."

"But he seems fine" I argued, staring at the door from which he left.

"Yeah for now. I don't want him to attack you again or anyone else. Even though I caged him for days it's still dangerous. I need to know what happened to him so that it doesn't repeat again"

I hummed. Those were valid concerns and Lukas was very fond of Fang according to what Kira said. So it was difficult for him to go through it.

"So where are you taking him?"

Lukas let out an amused chuckle, "Always so curious"

"Can you blame me? This is all new to me and I need to know"

"And demanding" He added

"Please. I promise I won't ask you again"

He exhaled loudly, "Alright. There is a place where hellions live. It's called Caligo which means darkness. The people who are not fit for any hell or the traitors are banished there. They do dark magic for a living. And I am sure they will know what went wrong with Fang"

A shiver racked through my body at those words. I knew some of the stuff because of the books I read while being stuck in the room. There were no specific details but they did say that a place exists where darkness is worshipped. Hearing it from Lukas made it even more real.

Panic settled in my stomach knowing that Lukas was going there alone. What if something happens to him on the way back? That place is filled with darkness and what if those people attack him for pure pleasure?

"No" I squeaked suddenly.

Lukas came closer to me, his breath hitting my face as he took my arm, "Hey hey...Are you alright?"

"That place sounds so scary. What if they do something to you?"

Lukas smirked, "Are you worried about me?"

I frowned, "I'm serious Lukas. I don't want you to go alone"

He looked taken back at my sudden hold but held my wrist. I narrowed my eyes at him as he was quiet for a few seconds.

"No one can harm me in that place. The Kings and Queens of Hell have the power to destroy Caligo so they won't even think about harming any of us. We are safe there. Besides, they don't have any power other than the dark magic which is useless on demons like us"

"Oh," I flushed feeling a blush crawl on my cheeks.

"I'm touched cara"

I pushed my lips, "Why?"

"Because you care about me"

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