Prince Jason was seated in his room as he silently sip on a glass of wine. The room was dimly lit but it did not fail to enlighten the artistic designs nor did it fail to shine on the handsome face.
Prince Jason was a traveller who wandered the world in search of wisdom and a new world. He believed there were several beings to explore in this world.
He was a great warrior who was second to his brother. Even in terms of looks, he was also second to his brother but his kind of beauty was like an unruly wild man. A classical beauty with a haughty expression.
Prince Jason has always been seen as a rebellious character by everyone but one thing no one can deny was the jolly expression he has around him.
A knock was heard in the silent room.
"Come inside"
"My prince, I was sent by Elder Gomez" the man who just came in said.
He was the creepy man he met at Elder Gomez place. He showed the Prince the substance in his hands as he gave him a knowing look.
"I understand. Let's go" Prince Jason said, nodding his head in acknowledgement.
They walked stealthily along a dark corridor. At the end of the corridor, there were two different rooms facing each other. Two guards were stationed on each side of the rooms.
"My prince", the guards saluted Prince Jason.
"Have the wines been brought in?"
"Yes, my prince. It's awaiting your inspection"
"Alright, open the door."
Prince Jason and the guards walked into the room. The guard sent by Elder Gomez stood quietly besides the Prince.
The Prince ordered the two guards to take a sip of the ceremonial wine according to customs. The two guards with him each took a sip of the wine in the flowered pot one after the other.
As they tasted the wine, the guard beside the Prince took the opportunity to pour the substance in his hands into the flowered pot. The guards were oblivious to what had taken place.
After some minutes, the wine was confirmed safe and they all left the store room. Prince Jason nodded in understanding to the guard sent by Elder Gomez. The guard then left to report to his master.
But as the guard left, Prince Jason's gaze darkened. Why does this guard's aura give him the creeps? There was definitely something weird about this guard sent by Elder Gomez.
Another surprising fact was the insensitivity of the Royal guards when the man came in with him. They didn't behave as if he brought someone along with him. Wasn't the guard obvious? Or did they just ignore it because he was the one that brought the guard?
"It's strange. Elder Gomez, what are you planning? Are you on my side?" Prince Jason murmured to himself.
Prince Jason pushed aside those worries and decided to get set for the ceremony. At last, he was going to pay his brother back for what he did years back.
He had never forgotten and the scar seems permanent. Even the pains couldn't stop. All he ever had in his heart was his sister's dying face.
Prince Ares must pay for his crimes. He wasn't interested in the throne but he doesn't want anyone to know he was doing it for vengeance. That's why he put up the facade of wanting the throne.
Prince Jason doesn't want the throne, all he needs was vengeance and he was going to get it.
Nobody knew he had to carry an undeniable secret in his heart. That brutal and painful day hadn't left his heart at all. Instead, it had grown into a mountain which was about to suffocate him.
But still there were traces of worry on his handsome face as the thought of Elder Gomez crossed him again.
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Elder Gomez nodded to what the guard had just told him. Now the die is cast. Alpha Demetri's two sons must surely die soon. No one can save them.
He was happy because his long term plan would be fulfilled soon. The burden had been kept too long in his heart awaiting to be unburdened.
Finally, his brothers were going to rest peacefully. Alpha Demetri thinks he was really the advocate for the Pure gods? Does he even know how his generation came about? How dare he slaughter spiritual beings?
He swore to make Alpha Demetri pay for all his sins!
"Did you see him putting the substance inside by himself?" Elder Gomez asked.
"Yes, Master. I saw it with my very own eyes" the man replied.
"Do you sense any aura from him? Did he recognize you?"
"I believe not, my master. Though I sensed an inquisitive feeling from him but I can assure you he has no idea who I am"
"It had better be so. I told you to be sure to conceal your scent. If anything goes wrong, I won't hesitate to snap your head off with the dagger" Elder Gomez said with a threat.
"I wouldn't dare to mess things up, Master," the man bowed deeply.
"It had better be as you say"
After a little hesitation, the man asked."Master, how are you going to frame the prince?"
"Why are you inquisitive? Are you so bold now?" He asked as his eyes changed to fiery red.
"I dare not, my Lord"
"Your job here is done. You can return back to the spirit realm. And inform the King that I am still on the assignment given to me"
"Yes, my master", he said and bowed before disappearing.
He needs to wrap things up quickly so as to return. There are pressing matters he needs to handle but first he needs to teach that arrogant Alpha a lesson.
He smirked as he poured himself a glass of wine. He has to get ready for the great show that will take place the next day.
"Prince Jason... You just struck an alliance with the wrong person. You thought you went inside the store room with my guard"
"It's a pity, you are the only one who saw the guard. You just went in with…a spirit... When Prince Ares dies later, the blame will be on you"
Elder Gomez sipped his wine slowly with an evil laugh.