Lhana and I were raised together. It was because we are obligated to obey the instructions and rules of the elders. We are the fated wolves who will bring great changes in our pack. That is also why we are forced to play together, train together, and learn new things together.
Due to those strict regulations our parents and elders created, it is not impossible that we both find each other as an 'annoying little wolf who makes my life complicated.'
"Do not think that I wanted this to happen""The same goes to you"
As a childhood friend we are somehow distance to each other. I even wonder whether there is a time that I accompanied her but my own will.
"And what is the name of our sacred tree""Erhelena"
"Very good Emric"
That compliment is something I take as a simple good morning or what so ever."Can you tell me who is the goddess we are worshipping"Goddess of Moon... It was the goddess of moon who is the reason why Lhana and I are experiencing things as this. The term Luna was derived from the name of the goddess of moon. So basically, it was all her damn fault. Even if we must worship him for the blessings, he gave for our pack... no. I would never, ever, make myself worship her.
"The Goddess of Moon""Very good Cressida""And how about the three classifications of a wolf""That is Alpha, Beta, and Luna""Teacher, can I ask a question"
"What was it Cressida?""You said that there are three classifications of a wolf. The first one is the Alpha, who is consist of the strongest in the pack. The second one is the Luna, they are the mate of the alpha who gain the blessing of the goddess of the moon. Lastly, the Beta who is not as dominant as the wolves whose alpha. They are much like a normal person. But I saw a term called Omega. Do they exist?"I didn't saw that question coming to explain to you about it circumstance. Omega do exist. They are those who is the rules of the wolf pack and was forced to ascend to way by the elders some circumstances of omegas are the one who choose to break their connection to the pack. It's been a long time since there was a name reported to be an omega""But teacher don't find it weird that there are no records that says how many wolves become an omega"
"It is just my opinion but I guess one so we come on the mega there will be no longer part of the tribe that being said all the records and remembrance who be thrown or burn""You two are really bright kids even I haven't noticed such law in our teachings. Do not worry I should speak these words to the elders""Let's move on to another question. What was the name of our pack. Don't tell me you don't know this it is the easiest one to insert"
"Erhendem""What about the thing that we must avoid to not get poisoned""Flowers are poisonous for us but Wolfsbane are the most lethal poison ever discovers""Very well and what is the thing that everyone of us must avoid"The flower... It is a poison for us wolves. It can give many disadvantages in our ability."It is so nice to know that you are all listening to what I am discussing. Very well. With that I should tell it to your parents that you are listening and being attentive in my class"Finally, this boring class is done."For now, would you mind if I speak with the others for further instructions that they might have to you?"We both shook her head to inform our teacher that it is alright for us to be left in this teaching grounds.As soon as we saw that our teacher is nowhere to be seen, we both distance ourselves. It is also part of our schooling that we must be close to each other for it will be a good thing to do for us to have a better relationship. I sometimes wonder if it was really good for us because I think it is also one of the reasons why we are not that comfortable to each other."You know what you said earlier is something that interesting to hear. I have friend all the books in the library but none regards about an Omega."
"That is something that I really thought that it was just a myth or a fable that is never been a part of the reality for it serves as a threat for those who wish to be alone and he separated in our pack"
"Yes, indeed. Omega is those who are Lone Wolf. Their abilities are far inferior compared to us" "Well then, everyone is""Because we are born different""Still, we are just mere child... who is not completely different to others...""Yeah, I hate the fact that for them we are but a small tool, a material to make the prophecy into reality"With what I said she fell silence.
Many years past and we are still acting the same way we are treating each other for the past few years. We talk if someone talk. There aren’t much changes in our relationships as you can see. It is typical for us to be seen together for that is what we always do.
"I assume that is the place"
"All right step back"
As soon as she points the ground, I started to dig a hole on it using my bare hands I am in my wolf form for it will be much easier for me to dig the ground.It only takes few seconds for me to finally reach a ten feet tall hole that is rectangular in shape. We are assigned to find a treasure chest with the order of the elders. The chest that contains a piece that will create a big symbol of our wolf pack. That symbol is something that we can use to make a wish that the great elders will grant.
At first, we thought that it was just a silly game that a teacher was telling her students to motivate them in their study. But then as soon as we talk about it together with father, he said that there is an instance where the great elders grant someone's wish.
That is only when all the requirements needed was done.
With that being said..."I think I hit on something""Is it a chest?"It was the very first time that I and Luna agreed into something that needs both of our cooperation. And that is to make the elders agree to annul the decision of us marrying each other."I think so"
It has a thick wood box who is hiding under the thick roots of the tree. I do wonder how it was placed there. Going back in my normal form, my fur disappeared and was replaced with somewhat hairy skin. The roots were completely removed, it was me who did it. Lhana pick the wooden box whose covered with dirt. I quickly dress up using the clothes I have. I make sure that I am hiding behind the thick bush when I transformed. "What was inside?" I asked Lhana to know what she got in that box. "I haven't opened it yet" After I finished putting in my clothes I went back on where Lhana is. Sitting as she bend her knees, she looks at me. "I cleaned the box, how was it" "That's... fine" "Yeah" The box she is holding is so different compared to the box I remembered in my mind. It was... clean. Absolutely clean as if it wasn't filled with dirt a while ago. "How-" "Water and towel. I used your water. Sorry about that" "No worries, it's fine" That is why I somehow hate that girl.
I look at her as I bring my hand to reach hers. She didn't hold it and crossed her arms. "Emric, I am not a baby you need to protect. We promised to each other to not be the burden, right?" A promise to not be a burden to each other? Did we have a promise like that? I... don't remember. "In our third meeting, you said it to me. To not be a burden for you. Remember?" Ah... that day. 'Emric, the elders asked me something about you and Cressida. Do you know your responsibility?' My father asked me that question. It was as if I am some old warrior, or a king who needs to take care of his people... this blessing of the moon... this prophecy ... 'You are born different. Take hold of that responsibility you had' It was the day I lose my belief in the goddess of the moon. So many burdens to carry... So many tasks to accomplish... Don't they know? I am but a simple child who just wants to live like any other normal kid. I want nothing but a simple life that every normal kid has. '
I can’t help but feel bothered about what she said. It is true that I speak ill to her before. Still, it is not that I feel bad saying those words. It is just like what my mother always told me… I shall hold responsibility for everything I say and everything I do…I saw Lhana pick up a piece of rock. She clenches it tightly as she smiled. I wonder what will she do about that rock. To my surprise, the rock fly in the air till it hit the old and shaky bridge. Tak, Tak, Tak That sound can be heard all over the woods. I look at her with questioning eyes. Why did she do that? I do wonder. And before I even have a chance to ask her those questions, the sound of the bridge falling apart while making creek sound can be heard echoing all over the woods. That is something that I expected to happen the moment I hear the sound of the stone hitting the platform of the fragile wood bridge. And soon after. it collapses leaving nothing but an empty grip between two rock forms. Clappi
Lhana shouted. I place my hand on my forehead. I told her to be careful! Yet... this... girl... "Oopsie" She giggled as she sat on the ground. There was a soil that is not sturdy enough to handle her weights which is why she got out of balance and fall. Should I help her? But I think she would just hate me for doing so. Thinking that I am accepting the fact that she is a burden to me. That I need to move to my own accord just to help her. I didn't move and just watch her stand up. Luckily it wasn't the pond that is named to be invisible. I thought she would fall and find it. Still, there is no use for that since it is probably a millennium or centuries ago. The said lake or pond maybe now gone. "Hah, Luckily I landed very nicely" She mumbled. I sometimes wonder if it is really her. When we just first met, she looks at me as if I make her hair go bald or something. That I took something important to her. The second time we met she seems to be neutral. As if I am a
As soon as the most started to dissipate the place, we finally saw a figure of a person who seems to have very long and pointed ears. It was as if he or she is something they called as... "Elf?" We both asked in unison. The voice seems so powerful. Is it the same person as the one who created this ritual stone? Suddenly, I feel as if something cold is covering my feet. Looking in the ground I saw how water with a luminous color started to circulate in my feet. I look at Lhana, even she is mesmerized by the water. "Who are y-- you???" I asked in surprise as I saw a small elf. Not an elf. A very small elf. It was as if she... is some kind of a flying mosquito. Well, that is an exaggeration but... he is tiny. I look at the wide rock wall. The very same spot where I saw that figure just a while ago. Indeed. This... Small elf is really the owner of that shadow. "Wow, what a cute little fella" "Who did you call as cute and littl!- ehem- who dare call me as cute and little? Thou
As soon as the little elf came back her consciousness, she saw the two of us being back in our normal form. Thankfully, Lhana brought clothes with her that I didn’t even notice where she hides it. But because of her, we now have clothes to wear. Still, I am not sure why she brought a shirt that is so much big that it fits me. I wonder if it was Ailard's... I just shook my head and looked back at the elf. She was so confused about who we are. Now I remember that she haven’t seen us in this form since we transform to our wolf form the moment, she appeared in front of us. "Who are you?" She asked while holding his head. Maybe she got some headache after falling and being unconscious. I just look at her and Lhana was the one who answered all her questions. I am just sitting here while laying my back in the stone wall as they talk to each other. As much as I wanted to be in their conversation I didn't try to since I might have shredded her into pieces if so. I look at
Early in the morning we went outside and made our way in the direction of the invisible lake to travel in the surroundings of the forbidden wall. Thankfully my father didn’t questioned us since it is one of their plan that we must be together always to have our bond stronger. I let them think that we make all these things because we’re finding the treasure pieces so that our wish can be granted by the elders. "Are you ready to went out again?" Lhana asked me which I didn’t replied. I just pushed bithe big round rock that I place to hid the hole connecting to the outside of the forbidden wall. To be honest, this is not just the forbidden wall in this village. I find out that all the forbidden walls sets around in this area is not similar to each other. Why did I say so? that is because the one that was in the other part of this village was a fence and in this area... the f
I rushed hurriedly to the direction of where Warner is going. I don't know the reason but... I can see that Warner is not feeling well. It is as if he is afraid of something. I just followed him until he reached their house. The house and where he and his grandmother lives. It was a simple little cabinet is made up of woods and barks. One can say that this is not a very proper place for one to leave. I somehow feel sorry for him, this is the 1st time that I saw his house. Still, I am sure that this is worth in the absence he hurriedly went inside maybe he wanted to see the condition of his grandmother. I can look at this surrounding of the house. I can see that not all the parts of it is fully fixed. Some needs maintenance and the state is not That horrible but then I can say that this is a place that inspired good for someone to live at. I walk inside thinking that I am such a blessed person to live in a house with full of comfortable place and not in a place like that. I liv