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The Ember In The Dark Ch. 42
When the bell rang I rushed toward lunch ready to see Toni. I needed to feel his skin against my own again. I was almost running down the hall to get to him. I spotted him in the distance. His hair was pushed back out of his face in a kind of messy way. God he is so sexy. I pushed past people, feeling like I was going to die if I didn't get to him sooner. Toni noticed me when I bumped into a taller guy, who yelled watch it at me as I continued walking past him. His eyes held mine captive as he strode towards me. His arms wrapped around my waist tightly in the crowded cafeteria. I wrapped my arms around his neck, tucking my head into his neck and closing my eyes. I took a deep breath of his delicious scent. I could feel myself start to calm with every breath, feeling whole again. "You okay?" He whispered into my ear, after we had been hugging for a few minutes. People were staring and whispering, but I didn't care. "Yes, sorry. I just really needed to feel you against me." I blushe
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"If you want to get back in time we need to go now." Dex reminded me. He had come out of the detention room shortly after Toni left, changing the date of our outing. He gave me the crimson kelp and everything. I took it from him and ingested some quickly, not wanting to be tricked. I don't want to go today. Knowing that Toni will be gone when I get back is really killing me. I was mad at Dex for changing the day without notice. He didn't apologize, just reminded me of our deal. I had sent Toni a text letting him know of the change. He won't read it until after practice and I know he won't be happy about it. I lied to Ash and told him I would be with Toni this evening and to cover for me. I told Toni what I told Ash too. Gotta cover my bases. I swore I would make it up to him whenever he got back from seeing his mom. I hope he's not too mad at me. I took the helmet from Dex, rolling my eyes at him. I grabbed onto him, but just barely. I tried to keep my distance. I don't want anyo
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Dex's dad sat in front of us again with a small wooden box in his hand. The box was a dark wood with gold lining. In the center was a carved golden mermaid. It was actually a very beautiful box. "Here." He pushed it toward Dex, his face full of rage. Dex opened the box and looked inside. He rummaged through its contents, before quickly closing it. He looked seriously at his father again. "Where is it?" He asked him slightly accusatory. "Where's what?" He asked, he held a small smirk, very obviously lying. "Her pearl. It's not here." Dex was getting mad. I could hear it in his tone and see it in his eyes. "Oh no. Is it not there? What a shame." His dad smirked at him, as he reclined back in his seat. What a conniving dick. "Don't give me that. Where is it? You know it's rightfully mine." Dex's hand was in a fist beside him. He was too obviously upset and his dad seemed to like that. "I can't help what's lost." He shrugged his shoulders. "You're welcome to come look at home." D
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Ash's P.O.V."Where's your sister Ash?" Mom's all knowing eyes caught mine. I just smiled at her and lied through my teeth with confidence."She's in the garden checking on the flowers for tomorrow." She looked at me a while longer, before she sighed in relief. She bought it. "Good. Let her know I need to speak with her when she gets back. I'm surprised you're not with her." She patted my cheek as she walked past me. She's always been so nurturing. I feel bad for mom. She wants nothing more than to have all her children happy and healthy, but Ember has made that hard. Mom knows Ember has been through hell, but Ember doesn't realize that mom has been through it with her. It's not my place to tell Ember how to feel about mom. I can nudge her toward opening up with mom more but it's always a fight with her. I'm just glad she told mom about her wolf and ability. I wasn't going to be able to keep that secret much longer. Honestly, lying here lately has seemed to become second hand na
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Ember's P.O.V.It's never good when mom just randomly asks to speak to one of us. I wonder what she wants. I knocked on the door of her study, knowing she'd still be there. She's usually in there until 8 or so. It's only 7 now. Dex managed to get me back in time. He did manage to spring a quick hug on me unexpectedly. It's okay, because he didn't try anything. It was more like a grateful hug. I still have a lot of the crimson kelp left. Like a lot. I bet I have enough to go down and meet this infamous mother of Toni. "Come in." I heard mom's voice from behind the door. She sounded focused, and had a bit of monotone going. "Hey, Ash told me you wanted to talk?" I entered, closing the door behind me. She was reading, but when she noticed it was me she immediately stopped. She got up from her study and gave me a tight hug. "We need to talk about Ash." She told me looking me deep in the eyes. There was something there…worry? "Um okay. What's up?" This is either really important or
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"Let's go sleepyhead." Ash violently shook me awake. My eyes refused to open. I pushed him away wanting a little more sleep. He just shook me harder instead. "Alright, alright. I'm up." I looked at him through slanted eyes. "Good. Let's go have breakfast and help set up. They'll be here in like 3 hours." He sounded so excited and yet nervous. I know that mix of emotions too well. "Okay hold on, let me wash my face and brush my teeth." I dragged my body off the warmth of my bed... I am so sleepy. I washed my face with cold water in an attempt to wake me up more. After I brushed my hair, and my teeth, I left the bathroom. I'll get dressed in my gown and get myself looking better in a couple hours. "Okay let's eat." I smiled at him. Food always helps my mood. We ate a huge breakfast and for once I ate more than Ash. I needed the extra nutrients to make up for my lack of energy. We helped out at the garden and throughout the palace. The event will take place in the large glass bui
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It seemed everyone had split. The current kings and queens were talking amongst themselves and mingling with one another. The heirs were talking to the other heirs on this side. We decided to make our way towards a small group of the heirs in the corner. They eyed us carefully, they were warned about us it seems. "Hello and welcome. I hope you're enjoying the festivities. I am Ash the next in line to the throne for this Kingdom." Ash introduced himself very politely. Everyone bowed their heads politely, but it was stiff. Done only for politics sake and not because of mutual respect. I really am starting to hate some of these elves. "I'm his twin sister, Ember." I gave them all a warning glare. I'm the one that will punch you in the face if you say or do something wrong. Too bad I can't say that out loud. "You guys are the part dragon kids right?" One of the more arrogant males asked. He had his light blonde hair tied back in a long tight ponytail. He was one of the more handsome
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Arrogant elf, who's name I really need to learn, stepped away from the door. He slowly made his way towards me and I took a step back. My back hit against the sink counter, making me feel cornered. "Aelfric told me how sweet you tasted and I wanted to see for myself. I am sure you don't mind, since you're a dragon and all. Hey you never know, maybe I'm one of your destined ones." His hand touched my face. I think I might commit murder today. Aelfric seems to have made it out of here just fine. So he's at this guy's kingdom now, spreading lies and rumors. Like what he did here wasn't bad enough now he's telling everyone stories about me. Fuck, if I could I would kill Aelfric myself. "Aelfric told you wrong. Touch me again and I'll break you." I warned him.I pushed past him, bumping his shoulder along the way. He grabbed my wrist and turned me into him. My chest landed against his torso. He was quite a bit taller than me. "Don't be like that. You don't have to be shy." He wrapped h
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