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All Chapters of Grim and Grains: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

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Underworld RealmLothaire’s DemesneTayen River•PHAELIN• Silence. I could only hear profound silence whilst my eyes were closed. My eyelids felt heavy, and I could not open it. The hands of the souls were keeping them blocked. At that point in time, I knew I was lost in the middle of oblivion and total darkness. Their grasps on my feet tightened and I was about to lose consciousness when I felt a sudden disturbance. I sensed movements from the surface of the water. I knew in my mind they were from the souls and a number of them might be heading towards my direction. As I anticipated, an arm gripped my waist, pulling my whole being. However, I was not dragged beneath, but up to the surface. I reckon the souls might have competing on who will keep me. Within a certain span of time, I fell to a deep state of tranquility as I recalled a memory. "You may now say your vows," the goddess—Bryndis—stated whilst she looked at the both of us.

Chapter Thirty-Two

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Underworld RealmLothaire’s DemesnePalace •PHAELIN• Our lair seemed cold for the past few days for I have not exchanged a word with Lothaire since our last discourse. I do not know if he was steering clear of the occurrence, or he was simply occupied by the preparations under way. I keenly observed the servants from the balcony as they were embellishing the newly built fountain at the center of the Palace Grounds. The elevated structure enclosed by a balustrade was central and gracious. I noticed the ornamental parapet had a tinge of gold and ink blue whilst I opened a scroll. It was from the goddess of marriage. At that point in time, I was certain Bryndis heard the news in Solum and have sent a message through Awen

Chapter Thirty-Three

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Solum Arwald’s RealmPalace •PHAELIN• I opened my eyes and sat up on my bed as I heard a knock on my door. “Queen Phaelin,” a voice called from the outside. I stood up upon hearing it and opened the entrance of my chamber. It was the day of the Winterfest. A servant greeted me with a smile and bowed as she handed a huge box. I reached out my hand as I spoke, “What is this?” “One of Arachne’s seamstresses came here earlier and delivered it, my lady,” she replied as I looked at my name engraved on the lining. There was a felted sheet on the side and the name of the seamstress who made it was written. “It is inde

Chapter Thirty-Four

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Underworld RealmLothaire’s DemesnePalace Grounds •LOTHAIRE• The musicians were already playing euphonious melodies that filled my abode. One by one, the gods and goddesses arrived. The overview of my dominion was glorious and magnificent. I sat at the marble throne from the elevated structure where I positioned myself and I noticed the white glistening carriage from a far. “I would like to present to you the goddess Naeitha—ruler of wisdom and knowledge!” Azael exclaimed and she stepped out of her mulberry carriage. The crowd applauded upon her appearance. Silence. There came a moment of silence and the beat inside my chest we

Chapter Thirty-Five

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Underworld RealmLothaire’s DemesnePalace •PHAELIN• I stood in my position like a statue as I gazed at the expanse of the Palace Grounds. The Winter Waltz was over, and I was called by Naeitha earlier. When I turned around, Lothaire went out of sight. I tried to look for him, but he definitely vanished. It was quite strange for I did not anticipate his actions. I failed to understand his demeanor beforehand. Before I left our kingdom, he was nowhere to be found and his words even brought devastation to my inner being. However, when I was with him earlier, it felt different, and he was stating words that almost made me crumble. I shrugged my shoulders on the thought inside my mind. Albeit Bryndis stated my

Chapter Thirty-Six

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Underworld RealmPalaceMaster's Chamber •PHAELIN• “What did you say?” I asked as I tried to confirm. I wanted to be certain I heard his statement right for it brought a moment of deafness to my ears. “Do I have to repeat it twice, my love?” he uttered in a soft tone, and I quite jolted in the sudden change of his voice, “Your love is all I yearn for.” His word sent shivers down my spine. I slowly shook my head as I closed my eyes. I was certain I am solely building the occurrences inside my mind. I was certain I am in my reverie at that point in time. I should not be deceived once again. I opened my eyes and reached for the knob of the door. However, an obsidian mist slowly pulled me closer to his direction. I waved my hand and it dispersed into thin air. He grabbed my wrist, and I did not turn my back as I asked in a breaking voice, “What do you want?” He did not let go of my wrist. His touched made my knees crumble but I preven

Chapter Thirty-Seven

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

SolumArwald' RealmPalace GroundsPHAELIN• I decided to remain in the stronghold of Arwald until sunset before I return to my realm. Bryndis told me it would be alright to stay as long as I want. I went outside my chamber early at daybreak for I could not sleep any longer. I saw the goddess of wisdom and knowledge was training on her own. I joined her in the Palace Grounds as we came to an agreement of having a duel with another. I changed my wardrobe and took my battle equipment. We positioned ourselves on the center as we started. I parried the blade of Naeitha as she advanced in front of me. I gripped my sword tightly as I pushed the weapon towards her. I took a step on the side, and she opposed my attack. She yelled, “I want to ask you a thing!” I held my sword above my left shoulder as I answered, “What is it?” “I was certain you were shedding a tear the night before,” she shouted in return as she swung her sword and I dogged on

Chapter Thirty-Eight

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

Underworld RealmLothaire’s DemesnePalace •PHAELIN• I held the reins of the pegasuses as the earth parted to give way. Before I left the mortal realm, mother told me she was grateful I became the consort of the underworld god. She told me Lothaire deserved my entire existence for I was solely made for him. She told me she was certain I would reign the whole dominion with all of my being. I agreed on her statements as I gave her an embrace and I told them I was grateful to hear their explanations. I swiftly returned to my demesne as I tried to devise by thinking how I would express all I found out to Lothaire. I entered the gates and flew above the river Styx when I saw the waters ceased. Astoundment filled my face for it seemed like the souls froze within the stream. The ferry was out of sight, and I found Catori laying at the banks of the river as well. I brought to mind he might have been taking a rest. The underworld feline sa

Chapter Thirty-Nine

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

EleusisMortal RealmApophis’ Dwelling •PHAELIN• Eleusis. I wandered my sight as we arrived at the abode of Apophis. I pulled the reins of the pegasuses and I leaped from my chariot as I struck an Apophian with the Xiphos. I felt no fear as I stepped on the battleground. Foes screamed in pain clutching their agonizing wounds as I hit them with my daggers. One of the enemies rushed towards my direction and I swung my sword to behead him. I cast a death wave and the Apophians in front of me fell to the ground in full torment. “Perish in my hands!” I yelled as I pierced the core of an enemy beside me. I felt an arrow pass by my left ear, and I turned around. I dodged as the

Chapter Forty

Grim and Grains/Tricia Arañez

EleusisMortal RealmApophis’ Dwelling•PHAELIN• The Apophians cowered in fear as they witnessed the immense azure flame wrapping my existence. I sprinted toward the direction of Apophis before he could even rise upright. I struck him with an obsidian orb, and I saw both of them leap backward. Bryndis and Naeitha attacked them as well. It was the chance, and I took it. I rushed and had Lothaire in my arms and he was half-conscious. Denali hurried beside me, and he produced a sphere of defense around us. I pulled the knife on the axilla of my husband, and he screamed in agony. Arwald and the other gods charged at Behitha and Apophis. I took out the Panacea the goddess of wisdom and knowledge gave beforehand. I lifted the head of my husband whilst his eyes remained closed. I placed the vial in front of his lips as I poured the carmine liquid. “I am here,” I told him. “My love…” he said in a stuttering voice whilst tears fell from his eyes. He

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