“Why are we here?” I asked, fingering my bucket hat as I climbed out of the vehicle.
The town’s shopping mall stood tall before me as people excitedly poured in and out of it. Tugging my jacket, I looked around the busy parking lot for anyone familiar.
“We are going shopping,” Uncle Al said, hurrying into the building. Struggling to catch up with his fast strides, I could not help but raise a brow.
Shopping?
Earlier this morning, he shook me awake, muttering what little we have and something about a doorway, constantly checking his watch. From Dad's absent car, it looked like he already left for work which worked perfectly for me. I could not help feeling unbridled hate for him anytime we locked eyes or stayed in the same room.
When I caught up to him, I asked, “Uncle Al, what is going on?”
Breezing
Chapter Sixteen“Who are you?”Before she could answer, my uncle chimed in, “Such a fanatic for dramatic flair, Celeste.”“Not so much as you, Albert.” Her eyes remained on me as she said, “Come along, Phoebe. There is a lot you need to see.”My plate vanished and the chair drew back. Reluctant, I got to my feet. “Why should I go with you?”“Go on,” Uncle Al encouraged. “I’ll be right behind you.”With the help of a blinding gold horseless carriage, we were carried across town and to the tall white tower. On a close look, it gave an intimidating vibe that I did not like and the magic in the air was overwhelming.A door appeared and Celeste led the way in. We stepped into a large hallway with bronze drawings and oil lamps along the walls. Each step echoed along the w
Hot. It was scorching hot, and really dark. Feeling exhausted, I panted and bent over, hands on knees. A trickle of sweat ran down my spine and my hair plastered on my head. I was on a lone street, everything looking weird and out of place until I noticed Mama Owen’s closed shop in a distance. A closer look on the route, I realised this was the street leading camp. I was back at Westfalls but it didn’t feel like Westfalls. It was creepily quiet except for the howling wind. The only source of light was the moonlight.A rustling in the trees made me stand right and tense up. I readied a spell in my mind and focused on where I thought I heard the sound. I held my breath and waited.Reed ran out of the trees, hair all out of place and shirtless. His pants looked they had been scorched. But what bothered me was the outright fear in his eyes. What would make Reed
“Princess, want to go for a ride?”“After dumping me here with that woman?” I replied, taking the cupcake he handed me.Uncle Al chuckled, taking a look at my new room and nodding at the robe hooked to the hanger on the wall. “Respectyour teacher.”“Sure. Whatever.” After swallowing a bite, I asked, “Where are you taking me?”“Westfalls.”I choked and stared at him in shock. Westfalls? Why is he taking me back there? Is Dad aware of this? I grew scared just thinking about going back there? That vision replayed like an old movie in my head.“I have things to do today.”“I know. I told Celeste to cancel.” Settling on my bed, he crossed his legs and drummed his fingers on the bed.“You didn’t have to do that. She already thi
“Hey.” I tried to sound as nonchalant as possible as I stepped into the living room. It was quiet even with Uncle Al at home who had his attention on his phone.Father glowered when he saw me but said nothing. The slap of his slippers followed him as he returned to the kitchen with a cup of latte.“How was your stroll?” Uncle Al asked once Dad was out of earshot.“Okay, I guess.”“You guess? What happened?”I shrugged and made for my room. The familiarity in its safety lifted a weight off my shoulders. I climbed into bed and its familiar smell. Before I knew it, I was asleep.When I came to, it was evening and Father prepared dinner. I freshened up and changed into an old t-shirt and shorts. I headed out, skipping along the house and humming a song under my breath.“What you watching?” I asked Uncle Al after placing a quick kiss on his cheek.&n
By dawn, I was teleported back to Arth. Mixed emotions churned through me as I went about my day activities. I returned home the night before at Connor's urging and I was glad I listened to him because my Father was about to search for me when I stepped into the house. Ignoring his questions, I sauntered to my room.Under Celeste's peering gaze, I recited all the basic laws in the Witching constitution until my voice grew hoarse and I could hear it in my head. Exhausted, I conjured that awful rejuvenating bar Mama Owen used to give me. After taking a bite, I felt my strength return.“Again!”“I already know it. I don’t have to recite again.”“The reason you have to know this…”“I have to know this because I have a duty to Arth and all that stuff.”Exasperated, she groaned and paced around the room. To be honest, it excited me to
Tonight is my initiation ceremony. Pop music played from my headphones as I sat in my ottoman, tapping my feet to the beat. Pixies, adorable little things, worked on my hair after I had told them to do whatever they wanted with it. Dressed in a white dress with the four wiccan district color stripes on the sleeves, I wore the cute flats Uncle Al bought me.The skies were alive with lightning that promised a downpour. By the time I stepped out, there was the smell of rain and the breeze flew cold against my skin. It did nothing to ease the disturbance in my chest. Commander Turner, my newly appointed guard, gave me a small approving smile and opened the door of the carriage for me. The carriage followed the train of carriages and people that made for the tower then it took a different route to another entrance.A bit nervous, I hurried in as witches worked about putting things into place and giving ever
When I arrived Westfalls, it was night once more. It was not quiet or dark. The smell of burning was in the air and red orange licked the air in a distance. Breaking into a run, I felt the throbbing grow worse. As I drew closer to the crime scene, tears fell from my eyes. I had not been in this part of town in a long time but I knew this place like the back of my hand. It’s the Hastings' home.What has Father done? What did he do to them?The sky opened and poured heavily. Rain beat against my skin mercilessly as I reached the home. Loud roars and loud spell chants greeted me when I arrived. Werewolves defended their home and attacked as fire burned a couple of them and their home higher and higher. A couple of dead bodies, young and old, laid on the muddy ground, eyes wide open and lips parted in horror. Ispotted my Father with a couple of Arth’s guards right at the centre of it all. Throwing a w
“This is your first time leaving Arth in years. Don’t cause any trouble,” Morgan reminded. “Get the demon and pop right back into Arth.”We communicated through the poppy flower. Morgan was recently out on Earth on a confidential mission appointed by the head of the Green Wiccan district.“Got it.” I armed myself with weapons, feeling a bit nervous.“Oh and be careful with my workspace. There are potions I’m still working on.”I nodded at his words and shrugged on the strap of my bag. After zipping up my boots, I stretched my legs enjoying how sexy it made me feel. I was ready to leave.I became what Father wanted; a perfect little girl, passive, gentle and sweet. Six years passed since that night and I trained tirelessly, learning my power and growing stronger. Strong enough