The Beginning

Cayce Pov

" Long ago, I fell in love with a human man named Aethlius. Aethlius was the current king of Elis at that time, and he made me his wife. We were in love. So, in love, we ruled the city of Elis with strong wills and passion, bringing glory and peace to our once-in-troubled city. One day, a prophet came to our kingdom. This prophet was blessed with the gift of seeing the future. Not many people have this gift, not even me.

My king and husband asked this prophet to tell us about our future.

"Your future is not set in stone, as there are many paths it can take. One thing is for certain. The fruits of your love for each other will bear you a son, who will grow to be strong. He will be king of Elis." The prophet tells us.

My husband and I were ecstatic. All we wanted was an heir to our throne.

"One of his paths, however, is a dark one. It may or may not be certain," The prophet says.

" What do you mean dark? Tell us at once", my husband demanded.

" I cannot tell you what th