Chapter 67: Chapter 67

"We are leaving for the Terra Kingdom tomorrow very early in the morning. We have a long journey ahead of us so make sure you rest well" Andrew announces to the troops as his father promised a a few days ago.

"Yes, my prince. I can't wait for tomorrow morning to come. We will be rich" says the men. They murmured amongst themselves.

While Andrew walks back in.

"Make sure you rest as well, I don't want to see you in the forest," says the King. "Noted father. What about Lilith?. Anyway, information about her?" Andrew asks.

"None, perhaps she left with Edmonton. Anyway, she's a big girl, she can take care of herself. And I hope that she wasn't kidnapped because I promise you my son if anyone is behind her disappearance, they will pay for it." he warns as he tightly clutches the limb of the throne on which he's seated.

"I hope so too" Andrew moves to Lilith's room and searches her stuff for any hints. He goes to her wardrobe searching. A pair of shoes falls as he searches and it generates a weird sound.

He stoop to the ground while picking one side of the shoes then he starts hitting the floor of the closet to detects where the weird noise was coming from. He finds the area, then takes off the piece of plank. He sees a secret hole under her wardrobe.

He sends his hands inside and he takes out all that is found inside. Most are letters with the name "Your secret lover" he smiles effortlessly as he reads a few. On several occasions he had caught Lilith entering the palace very late in the night.

He sees a piece of cloth and he immediately scents it. He tightly clutches the cloth "Edmonton" he frowns. He places everything back and he leaves.

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~ ~ ~ ~ King Konan of the terra Kingdom~ ~ ~ ~

~ The terra Kingdom is separated from the Caelum by a big river and It's believed to be the 3rd strongest kingdom. Although it's twice less populated than the C and S kingdoms. ~

"Konan, I was so happy to receive your invitation and I'm so happy you accept my offer. I spoke with the moon god in my prayers he told me to reunite our kingdoms to become stronger. Trust me, you won't regret this" says king Alfred of the Arbro kingdom.

"I hope so because I don't want my daughter to suffer in any foolish man's arms. I hope you and your family will take very good care of her. She's priceless, I hope you get this?" king Konan tells.

"Of course I do, as much as I love my son and I want the best for him like every parent. Also, I suggest that we celebrate this marriage as soon as possible, we need to seal our alliance. We all know it's only a matter of time before Demon moves to our side of the borders." king Alfred says.

"I understand your worries, that is why I invited you here. Tomorrow, we shall celebrate the union of our children and kingdoms. I want it to be done on my territory. I instructed the maids and they are setting everything up. The vicar will be here tomorrow afternoon." says King Konan.

"This is a surprise and I'm not prepared, neither my son is. In our culture, we have a ritual which we do at the eve of such ceremony. That is we prepare ourselves and we offer sacrifices to the moon god to bless the marriage." King Alfred reprimands.

"I understand and I am truly sorry about this but you don't have to worry about that, you can do everything here, feel at home. I took this decision simply because my kingdom is closer to the borders and once Demons cross the river I will be the first to be attacked. For this I can't leave my kingdom without any protection" king Konan explains.

"I see, yet you had to inform me about this decision in the invitation letter you sent. Don't you ever do this again if you truly want this alliance to prosper. I always prepare myself before venturing into any field. I have sees and I can see, so don't make me walk like a blind man" King Alfred chides.

"My bad. It won't repeat itself. After dinner, we have to discuss the terms of our agreement," says a thing Konan. "Naturally" King Alfred nod his head, thoughtful. He has started doubting King konan's faith.

"I'm Gryphon, son of King Alfred and Princess of the Arbro kingdom... A... and you are Bethany Princess of the Terra kingdom and the most beautiful lady I've ever seen" he flirts. He looks lovely and bold.

"This depends on how many you have ever seen" Bethany blushes. She isn't comfortable with strangers, however, she kind of appreciates his company.

"Haha, not many though" he retorts. "Smart answer," she says. "Can we move to the compound?" he offers his hands. "Of course" she places her hands in his palms and they gently move out.

Gryphon looks about 6 feet or slightly smaller, he has long black hers with a few beards on his chin, he looks naive and kind. Overall he has an innocent face like that of his soon to be wife, Bethany...

Bethany just turned 16 years old, but she's smart enough for her age, a very good observer. She speaks less and observes more. Also, she has good manners and she can be very mean when need be.

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~ ~ Human's World ~ ~

"Lily, how are you?" asks Adam. "I'm fine. Where have you been?. I called your number on several occasions, all in vain. I even went to your office but your secretary had no information about you. Perhaps she didn't just want to share with me, - anyway" Lily utters nonstop.

"How did you find my office?" Adam wounded aloud. "It's a long story" she avoids the question by presenting herself, to Eve, "I'm Lily, Adam's friend and you are?" she offers her hand.

"Eve, Adam's wife" she shakes Liky's hand. Their languages are similar although that of humans are more advanced.

"Wow, aren't you too young to be his wife?" Words honestly escape her mouth. "I'm still here!" Adam murmurs. "Oh, I'm sorry" Lily holds her mother.

They are seated by the road at a coffee shop.

"I repaired your chain" Adam takes the chain out of his chest pocket and hand it over to Lily. Unfortunately, Eve is quicker than her, she seizes the chain from Adams hand before Lily.

"I have this same chain, but I left it in our world," says Eve as she carefully looks at the chain.

"Your world?... Aren't we in the same world?" Lily wounds aloud. "Never mind, she means home," Adam says. "Human, who gave you this chain?" Eve insists.

"My mum, - my biological mum. Why?" Lily freaks out. "Do you have a picture of her?" Eve asks.

"No, but I have that of my adoptive parents" Lily searches her bag and she takes out a picture. "Here they are" she hands it over to Eve.

"Humm..." Eve looks at the picture "I don't know them but can I keep this picture, I will give it back to you. I need to be clear about a few things" Eve says. Everything is confused in her head. She thinks it's a sign from the old woman in her dreams.

"Ok, keep me updated about whatsoever you find. I really want to know more about my biological parents. Can I get your number?" Lily ask.

"What number?" Eve wonder aloud. "I mean your phone number, so that we can keep in touch" she defends. "She has no phone. It's time for us to leave now" says Adams.

"Wow, we are in the 21st century for crying out loud, who doesn't have a phone now our days?" Lily is shocked.

"We have to leave" Adams insists, he gently pulls Eve away with him. "I hope to hear from you soon.." Lily says as she watches them moving away.

They enter the car, "You have been acting strangely since t incident of yesterday. Are you ok?" Adams worries.

"Please, can we go back home?" Eve whimper in irritation. "No, yesterday, you said you wanted to visit places" Adam replies.

"Another day, I'm not in the mood for this today." she cries. "okay, fine" he starts the car and takes off immediately driving home as Eve asked.

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~ ~ COCKCROW ~ ~

King Demons and his troops leave the palace first thing the next morning, trekking to their bothers the whole day.

"We are camping here for the night. We will cross the river tomorrow morning. We will attack by Afternoon as soon as we cross the river. Eat and rest well" the King announces. His men roar in joy. They can't wait to make blood flow.

While the people of the terra kingdom are preparing for the wedding of their princess, which is going to take place tomorrow morning. Joy in the palace.

King Alfred is preparing things for his traditional rites. That's a werewolf to sacrifice to the moon god. While the people of the Arbor kingdom is rejoicing, the people of the Terra kingdom are baffled by their inhumanity.