Chapter 29: A Plan for The Ceremony"Just please don't tell Mom and Dad."Marrying Zion has been a tough decision for me. I agreed to that arrangement in order to save him from death and my parents knew neither one of those things that have been happening. I'm not ready to tell them yet. It'll just make them worry again and they'll probably make me go home but leaving Zion wasn't in my plan."This is a lifetime decision, Ivy. You still have days to think about it. Once you marry him, there's no turning back. You will forever be tied to Zion," Aunt Rosie reminded me.She was helping me pack my things in my room since I will be moving to the Kyran Mansion for a while."I know what I signed up for, Auntie. I won't hesitate on this one," I answered her."Okay then. I know you're old enough to make decisions for yourself but always remember that I'm here for you, no matter what," she assured me.I gave her a soft smile before pulling her into a hug. "Thank you, Aunt Rosie."She never fails
Chapter 30: The Ceremony AwaitsIvy.Mom stood up and hugged me tight. "I missed you, honey.""Mom, what are you doing here?" I was worried of what she might think of me after knowing everything that I've been keeping from her and Dad."Rosie told me," she answered. "It's okay, Ivy. She told me everything and I understand. I wouldn't wanna miss your wedding tomorrow."Confusion filled my head, so she was aware of what was happening in Mirfield all along."Y-You know everything?" I asked for assurance and she didn't seem to be mad at me. "W-What about Dad?""Oh, he's coming tomorrow before the ceremony. His boss is, you know, kind of strict," she explained."I'll leave you two for now," Leona said with a smile before walking but I stopped her."Wait, Leona." She turned to us. "You two know each other?""Your mother was a good friend of mine. That's why it's not just you who reunited with her," she told me before leaving.___To have a private talk with my mom, I asked her to come to my
Chapter 1: Moving to MirfieldIvy.The cold breeze blew on my face as I walked towards the front door of my aunt's well-built house. Rumors about this town being cursed kept crossing my mind. Back home, mom and dad used to tell me that they once lived here. They couldn't get over how spine-chilling it was for them to live in such a creepy town."Let me help you with your things," aunt Rosie said as she offered me a hand for my luggage. After her, I walked and observed inside the house. The aquarium with a dead fish caught my eye and if it wasn't for my curiosity, I wouldn't have gone to it."Is that fish dead, auntie?" I softly asked while looking at the greenish aquarium in front of me."It's just a toy, Ivy," she told me as she walked upstairs with my bag in her hands.I followed her and as I took the stairs, my hand was sliding through the wood railing of it. The door on the terrace was open, causing the cold air to enter which made me cross my arms to prevent shivering. The quietn
Chapter 2: Mirfield Diner"You like that, huh?" I heard the man's voice whom I saw with the girl."Yeah," she then chuckled which made me so confused. I was still in this other man's hands, making sure that I won't make a foolish move. I could feel him breathing from my back. When we heard the fading footsteps of the couple, he then let go of me.Oh, it's Zion. The man who helped me earlier."Why did you stop me?" I immediately asked him, maintaining a low voice. I already had enough attention on this day."From what? From crashing a romantic moment? Or from helping a girl who doesn't need help?" Zion sarcastically asked, fixing his shirt leather jacket.I scoffed before leaving him. I visited the library before I went home. Before I could enter my room, I heard a scratching sound in the other room. I dropped my bag on the floor before walking toward it. I thought it was locked but it wasn't so I entered and I coughed right away when tons of dirt welcomed me.Oh, this is Abbie's room.
Chapter 3: Party“What were you doing outside?” Lizzy asked me instantly. When I sat down, I accidentally spilled my drink on the table so she asked for some table napkins.“Nothing,” I shortly answered. I calmed myself by taking a deep breath.“Thank you, Jace,” Lizzy said when he handed her the napkins she asked for. “Oh, and by the way, this is my friend. She just moved to Mirfield a few weeks ago.”“Hi.” He flashed a genuine smile. “Ivana, right?” he asked, offering a hand to me.“Y-yeah,” I agreed, not asking why he knows my name. It’s not like not everyone talks about me the time I stepped on Mirfield College. “Just Ivy,” I said as I shook his hand."Well, it’s very nice to meet you. Jace, Jace Remington," he politely introduced himself. "Uhm, do you guys wanna go to a party?""Yes, of course!" Lizzy exclaimed as if she was already invited by him."Great. There will be a thanksgiving party tomorrow at our house because my mom became the mayor of Mirfield. Both of you should come
Chapter 4: The Dream“You saw me in your dream?”Zion didn’t say a thing when I asked. He kept silent and didn’t even bother to look at me. If he saw me in my dream, is that a reason for him to follow me? Or to avoid me?“There you are. I’ve been looking everywhere for you—Oh, you’re with someone. Hi,” Lizzy greeted Zion who was still quiet.“Hey,” he greeted her too with a serious face. “Excuse me,” he said before walking away. We watched him as he walked and I saw the smirk on Lizzy’s face.“I didn’t know you know the word ‘flirting’,” she said to me.“I don’t. I was asking him something and he just ignored me.” I sighed heavily and crossed my arms on my chest.“He’s hot, though,” she said, teasing me. I just rolled my eyes when she said that. “Who is he, anyway?” Lizzy asked me.“His name is Zion. He’s Jace’s uncle,” I answered.“Oh. It’s not surprising. They have good genes.” Lizzy chuckled.___I was still at school, walking downstairs when I saw someone on the balcony. I know it
Chapter 5: We Aren't Friends"How's school?"I was breathing so fast. I couldn't calm myself after I had some clues about Zion and I don't think that he's what I thought he was before. It was a good thing that mom called me, a way to get off the tension I was feeling."I'm doing great, mom. Mirfield College is a really good school, I can tell. How are you and dad?" I asked, changing the topic to avoid a conversation about how I am in 'Mirfield' itself."Well, we're still having trouble finding a stable job. But don't worry, once we save up, you can come back home and we'll be the ones to handle all your school fees," she told me, loving the idea of me going back to our home."Mom," I sighed. "We've talked about this, right? Aunt Rosie has already given me the opportunity plus, I promised her that I would be staying with her until I graduate college. And also, I wanted to watch over her, now that Abbie is gone. She needs someone right now," I explained to mom."I know. But your dad and
Chapter 6: Dear Diary "Wow." The man who had me laughed sarcastically. "Look who's trying to be a hero." Zion looked at me, maybe trying to figure out if I was okay or if I got hurt. I was trying to be brave but I couldn't. I was so afraid of what this man with sharp teeth might do to me if I don't stay still. Tears were falling on my face as I look at Zion, begging him to help me. "I'm sure you heard what I said," Zion told him. "Let her go," he repeated. "Or what? Do you think I'm scared of you? If I were you, I'll leave and let someone enjoy their meal," this man answered. Is he pertaining to me? How can I be his meal? "You don't know what I'm capable of, James. You broke the rules. Now, guess what's coming for you," Zion said in a dark voice. I didn't quite understand what they were talking about. All I know is that I need to get off of this dangerous man and go home because aunt Rosie must be worrying about me already. "Even if you run away, you will need to pay the price