Destiny moved so fast that no one saw her until her hand was around Amiee’s throat."You want power, and you're willing to take it by force! You couldn't kill me on your best child!"She dropped her to the ground. Amiee gasped for air.Jasper ran to his mother’s feet."I'm sorry! It was all Amiee's idea! I just went along with her. Please, Mother, forgive me!"Destiny sent a strong wind, removing Jasper from her clothing. She turned and sat back down in her seat. The trembling stopped, and with a wave of her hand, the chamber was repaired.Some of the chamber members were very startled. They never got up from their position on the floor. Others gently slid into their chairs."Odo, Seth, to my side," Destiny said. She addressed the whole chamber."Looking each of them in the eye—do you see the two faces that stand before you? This is my firstborn, Odo. This is his son—your brother and your nephew. They are to take my place as ruler of the Realm when and if they choose, once I step down
While Tamera was teaching her class on skating, Seth chuckled, "Better her than me doing it," he thought as he waited for everyone to arrive. The faint sound of blades gliding on polished floors echoed in his mind, oddly calming, a contrast to the storm he knew was brewing.Around the council chamber sat Idris, Jasper, and Amiee. Bryon and Torrock’s seats stood eerily empty, draped in ceremonial kingdom banners—somber reminders of the ones lost. The air was heavy, thick with anticipation and whispers. Then the portal shimmered open. Odo and Beth entered first, their presence a ripple of memory and regret. Odo moved with silent fury, taking his place behind Torrock’s chair, eyes fixed on the empty seat as if willing his brother back.Whispers stirred again. A second portal cracked open, spilling light and silence. Queen Destiny entered, flanked by Argun and two of her great hounds. She wore a long white robe layered over a floor-length blue dress that shimmered like the sea at midnight
EPISODE TITLE: The Time for Mourning is OverOdo’s monitor blinked to life.“We’ve been summoned to the capital,” he said flatly.Beth’s eyes narrowed. “Who summoned us? The council?”“Yes. Jasper and Aimee are at the top of the commutation. Aimee is the fourth and last in line within the Realm’s Thirteen.”Beth tapped his hand, tension in her voice. “Those fools. They’re up to something. Whatever you’re going to do, Odo, you need to do it fast.”Odo scribbled some notes. “It’s not like him to call without reason. We’d better be on our guard.”Meanwhile, Seth had turned the war room into a makeshift planning center, sorting last-minute details for the upcoming festivities. When his monitor buzzed, he frowned. A council meeting had been called for both Idris and him.“That’s strange,” he muttered. “There’s already a meeting set for the end of the week.”A knock came at the door.It was Issa. “Good morning, Mr. S. You wanted to see me?”“Yes,” Seth said, brightening. “I had an idea. A s
But his cheeks never got bigger."Hey! What gives?" Asbeel gave them a devilish grin."Good way to get marshmallows fed to you!" Seth laughed hard, nearly snorting his drink.Asbeel opened his mouth wide. Melted marshmallows were stuck in every crevice of his teeth like sugary glue traps. Everyone burst out laughing, clutching their bellies and wiping tears.Armaros looked at the girls and said, "My turn." He opened his mouth dramatically, as if accepting a royal decree.---Later that evening, the laughter quieted. The warmth of the fire faded into glowing embers. Gigi got up, stretching her arms with a soft groan. The weight of age and grief pulled at her bones, but she pressed on. She walked a little way down the path, inhaling the peaceful night air. It wasn’t until she reached the bench that she remembered Charlene was with her.There she was—curled up with her head awkwardly propped against the armrest. Fast asleep.Gigi smiled warmly. “Well, that’s no way to sleep,” she thought
The Funeral “Tammy.” He heard echoes and water swishing. “I know where she is now!” Seth rushed to the lagoon in the cave. As Seth approached, he could hear sobbing. Tamera was crying. “I know you think I’m awful for the way I reacted. But you’d understand if it wasn’t for Torrock! None of this would’ve happened! He’s evil, and I won’t celebrate him. Do you hear me?!” “I understand the pain you’re carrying, Tammy. I would never ask you to do anything like that. He had you tortured and torn from your family. But as the leader here in Audubon, I have to do what’s right for the realm. Can you understand that?” “I’m sorry, Seth,” she whispered, lowering her gaze to the shimmering pool of water. “Look at me.” He reached gently for her chin. “You have nothing to be sorry for. None of this is your fault. I hate seeing you hurt—but we’ll get through this together. You hear me, Tammy?” He kissed her gently. She sighed against his lips. “I will always consider your feelings. I love yo
"Awesome." ReNew rubbed her stomach."I need to burn off some of this food."Issa heard Charlene's words. The next thing she knew, he was offering his hand to help her up from the lawn and escorting her to the deck to dance.Issa spun her around, holding her hands. Charlene looked up at the fireworks as she went round and round.Idris picked up ReNew off the lawn in one swoop. "Come on, stuff, turkey! I need a dance partner!"ReNew tried her best to keep up with Idris. He was dancing off-beat and wildly throwing up his arms like a cowboy on a horse. ReNew could barely hold back her laughter.Professor E and Tabitha danced at their own slow speed. The twins were in the middle of eating ice cream on a chair, swinging their feet and watching the fireworks.Seth and Tamera danced the night away. Charlene and ReNew lay on the grass, watching the fireworks. The two of them were so stuffed with all the food their grandma made.A bright, glowing ball shot rapidly into the dark night sky like