Episode 25 & 26 : HIS PAST
Lorenzo only stared at her demanding immediate answer, Gwen only stared at him before speaking.
“I don’t know you majesty”She said flatly, Lorenzo anger multiplied.
“This isn’t the first time I’m hearing about your Clingy attitude to that Jericho guy, so tell me Gwen”He insisted.
Even though Gwen was kind of scared she maintained her cool.
“I don’t know your Majesty”She repeated flatly.
“Fine!”Lorenzo exclaimed.
“If I find out anything myself, The worst shall befall you” He said and was about to walk out but he halted before speaking again.
“Prepare yourself you’ll be leaving now, Your dad wishes to see you”He said before walking out completely.
Gwen releases all she has been holding back as her mind rumbles over all thing.
Lorenzo walked out of the room only to collide with Leopard.
“So what are you gonna do to the boy”He asked referring to Jericho, Lorenzo only faces him.
“Why are so vent on knowing my next action, This is my business not yours stop making it personal”He spatted before walking away.
Leopard only eyes his retreating figure before letting out a scoff.
After that morning incident, The palace wasn’t quiet, Noise was lurking around here and there.
That gave Alana a chance, She walked to the backyard, it was silent… No one was there.
She looked around, when she was sure no one was watching she began to chant some incantations.
Black dust gathered at a particular spot and Basil’s shadow appeared.
“Why did you summons me, Make it quick before Lorenzo notice my presence” He rushed his words, Alana smiled before speaking.
“Calm down, Lorenzo won’t notice, he’s busy with something, Anyways Just wanted to thank you for the Potion, It worked, we had s*x yesterday”She said shamelessly.
“You’re so shameless”Basil said but Alana was just giggling.
“But make sure you get married to Rome and I’ll tell you our next move”He said and Alana nods.
The dust vanished with Basil, Alana smile before walking away.
Lyssa eventually allowed Fionn to accompany her in the journey.
After taking several routes, They appeared at a wall.
“You must be The priestess Lyssa who wants to take the Sacred Pearl right”A voice was heard, They Both turned to see an old lady.
“Oh!!You really sacred me”Fionn gasped for air, The old lady chuckles.
“He must be your husband right?”The old lady said more like a tease.
“No…
“Yes we’re married”Fionn interrupted conclusively, Lyssa only glared at him before facing the old lady.
“Mam…How can we get the Pearl out of the wall” She asked.
“Both of you need to say your secrets that’ll trigger the wall to open” she said.
“What!…I’m definitely not saying anything”Fionn said and The old lady chuckles.
Lyssa only gave him a look,
“Whatever”He said reluctantly.
“I’ve been spying on Lyssa when she sleeps”Fionn said facing the Wall, The wall opened a bit and they could see the Pearl, Signifying that it was a secret.
Lyssa mouth dropped to the floor.
“I’ll deal with you later”She said facing the Wall.
“I hate Fionn”She said but the wall didn’t open signifying that it wasn’t a secret.
“That’s not a secret”The old lady said.
“I love Fionn”Lyssa rushed her words, The wall opened revealing the sacred Pearl.
A loud thud was heard, The old lady and Lyssa looks back to see Fionn blushing on the floor.
“So it was her secret,she loves me”He said.
Jericho was in deep thought when Gwen sneaked into the place he was locked up, He froze when he saw her.
“What’re doing here”He asked.
“Trying to help, I’m going back to my kingdom and you must come with me before Lorenzo does something stupid”She said.
“But what if he finds out that I followed you, Your Highness it’s risky”He complained.
“Don’t worry about that for now let’s get out of here”She said but Jericho restricted her.
“I have something to say “He said seriously as he narrated.
~FLASHBACK~20 YEARS AGO
Five year old little Jericho can be seen with a sad expression as he sat at the palace garden, He kept on sighing every now and then he remembers he parent decision.
They want him to study abroad at his young age, He heard footstep marching into the garden, He looked to see His mom (The Empress) accompanied with her maids.
She say down beside him, She exhales seeing her so expression.
“I know how you feel Jerry but it’s just for the meantime, Your dad the Emperor knows what’s best for you ” She adviced.
“But mom, I’m the only heir of the throne, Shouldn’t i stay to know how things are done”Little Jericho said and His mom chuckles.
“Do not think too much about the future it brings fears, Like I said it just for the meantime, You’ll study there till you grow up and then you’ll return…I’ll miss you”She said hugging her child.
“Mom?, you and dad should stay safe while I’m away” he said and His mom nods.
Days Later, Jericho left for Tang Qi academy.
~Fifteen Years Later~
Jericho’s dad who happens to be the Emperor was having a meeting with his ministers abd his Wife The Empress was also present
The meeting was still going on, not Until a beast appeared right in the palace causing a serious commotion…The beast however cane and killed his target (The Emperor & The Empress).
It was all a tragedy, It was still at the same season that Lorenzo came into power, He became the Emperor.
Jericho was still studying for the news, Since then he had this believe that it was Lorenzo that killed his parent, Maybe It was Lorenzo that sent the beast that faithful day and he’ll stop at nothing till he gets him dethroned.
Luckily for Jericho no one knew he was even existing, He became the forgotten heir.
Episode 27 & 28 : UNEXPECTED RETURN
Fionn and Lyssa eventually returned Palace safely with the sacred Pearl, they had triumphant smiles on there faces as they walked into Lyssa’s suite
Lyssa’s assistant narrated to them all that happened while they were away.
“So you mean Jericho got Arrested?”Fionn asked.
“Yes but he escaped, Though now he’s declared wanted” The assistant said, Fionn gasped.
“So you’re saying Irish poisoned Gwen and she got punished and Rome did nothing about it”She said more like a question.
“But I thought he loved her”She added.
“I don’t think so cis Rome’s wedding with Alana had already being scheduled tonight”The assistant said.
“What?, Alana?!, Something is really off”Fionn exclaimed.
“Wait you know her”Lyssa asked.
“Yeah she’s a maid and she’s the worst”He said.
“Guess we’ve been away for long, Things has changed”Lyssa said while exhaling, She walked out with the aim of giving the Sacred Pearl to his Highness.
Lorenzo was in the dining, Eating with his First wife and his only daughter, He was eating but his mind was rumbling over so many things.
A guard walked in, Informing him that he had a quest, As expected Lyssa walked .
“Greetings your Majesty, Your Highness”Lyssa greeted with a bow, A smile grew on Lorenzo’s lips.
“So I trust you’ve gotten the Pearl”He asked.
“Yes your majesty as promised, Here…
“Keep it, I trust you Lyssa, We’ll just wait for Basil to Strike*Lorenzo said, Lyssa nods.
Nyx and Rhea was just eating less concerned, Unknown to them Alana was watching, she frowns before walking away.
As usual Alana appeared in the backyard, When she was sure no one was watching she started chanting incantations, Basil appeared.
"Bad news, The priestess has returned with the pearl"She said, Basil frowns...He should have gotten rid of that lady when he had the chance.
"Are you just frowning, better think of something or we're all doomed"Alana nagged.
"What do you think I should do?"He asked.
"You're asking me"Alana said rhetorically in a surprised tone.
"Seriously are you that stupid...
"Enough!"Basil thundered angrily, She only rolls her eye ball.
"You're getting married to Rome tonight right?"He asked, She nods.
"Then you'll have access to the houses, Steal the Pearl and bring it to me"He said.
"Wait!, What? No...
She wasn't even able to complete her statement cos Basil vanished in to the thin air, She heard footstep behind her she turned to see Leopard, She froze but she maintained her cool.
"Who were you talking to"He asked cos he sighted her from afar talking alone.
"Who?...Me!... I wasn't talking, I was... Singing"She lied, Leopard stares at her before speaking.
"So you're getting married to Rome right"He asked and she nods.
"Congrats"He said.
"Thanks"She said dismissively before walking away, Leopard stood there looking around, he frowns when he remembers something, He too also walks away.
Just then Basil appears, A weird smile curved up on his lips, Perhaps this guy could be of some assistance"He thought.
Gwen didn't used the royal Chariot set for her,She boarded a carriage that'll take her and Jericho to fenner Kingdom, at least Jericho would be safe there for now.
The ride was boring cos they said no words to each other.
Jericho on the other hand was in deep thought, He felt Gwen's eyes on him, He looked abs they eventually locked gazes.
"What?" He asked.
"What's bothering you, What're thinking"She replied with another question.
"How should I be worried when my life is partially ruined, I don't even think I can achieve my goal of dethroning Lorenzo, I feel so hopeless, No that I'm even wanted"He said trying so much bit to break down.
"I'll help, I'm here Jerry, Okay just have this mind in you, Everything will be fine"Gwen assured, Jericho hopes so too.LATER• NIGHT~~~
All maids and guards were invited to the wedding, Lorenzo and his family were also there.
Rome and Alana did the rituals and they were declared husband and wife.
Lyssa has been watching them closely she felt something was off, She felt a strange demonic aura around this so called Alana, Merely looking at her she hated her.
Alana kept smiling at Rome as they kept kissing every now and then, This fact is really weird to Lyssa cos she know that Rome loves Irish
“Rome can I talk to you, Privately”Lyssa said.
Rome was about to speak but Alana interrupted.
“We just got married, No one is allowed to talk to my husband privately for the meantime”Alana said rudely,
“You heard her”Rome said like he was under some spell, People was just watching.
👥Do you think Lyssa is in love with Rome cos she doesn’t seem happy with this wedding.
👥Who cares…Hiss
“Husband snatcher”Alana grumbled loudly, Those who heard it bursted into laughter.
Lyssa walks out fuming in anger.
Fionn sneaked into the dungeon were Irish was caged, He met her lying lifeless on the cold floor.
Her once gold her had faded color, Her white robe cloth was dirty and tattered, She Was still bleeding badly.
Staring at her, Tears filled his eyes, He heard the Emperor’s order but he can’t just leave his friend like this.
He decided to go take some medicine from the physician place.
Gwen told Jericho to remain in the carriage as she comes down, She walked into palace, Nothing has changed.
Instead it was looking more beautiful, She really miss living here, Deep down she wandered why King Darius and Queen Blossom sent for her.
She also can’t wait to see her Best friend Mira, She had this wide smile on her face as she walked into the throne room but the smile faded when she saw the least person she expected.
Her eyes widened Three times than normal, As she stared.. standing in front of her right now is Princess Sharon and her parent.
“Hey Gwen”Sharon said jovially…
Episode 29 & 30 : BURSTED
Her voice right now was so usual, King Darius and Queen Blossom exchange glances, They weren’t expecting Gwen so late In the night.
“Welcome Dear, So how’s your stay over there”King Darius finally cleared out the awkward silence.
“Its fine”Gwen replied absentmindedly, Right now she’s just shocked.
“Guess you’re still surprised to see me, I’m back to…
“We just wanted to inform you that she’s back”Queen Blossom interrupted, Sharon gave her a bombastic side eye.
“Okay” Gwen said and turns to walk away, She’s trying so much bit to break down.
“Won’t you spend the night here?”Queen Blossom said.
“No thanks”She said dryly before rushing out, Tears filled her eyes as she walked along the long corridor.
She just can’t believe she ruined her life for the sake of her kingdom and the so called princess is back and now enjoying…Eight now she even regretted disguising as her in the first place.
She didn’t even bother to Look for her friend Mira, She just want to enter the Carriage and go back to the palace…
“Mom!!… What’s the meaning of that!”Sharon yelled angrily right after Gwen left.
“Have you suddenly lost ya mind, How dare you raise your voice against you mother!”King Darius yelled back, Sharon ignored him totally like he was someone insignificant.
“I asked a question”She said folding her hands under her breast while staring at her Mom, Meanly.
“What do you want us to do, Weren’t you the one that said you won’t marry the Emperor and you even eloped with your boyfriend…Gwen has already married Lorenzo, There’s nothing we can do about it” Queen Blossom said conclusively bur Sharon was adamant.
“I insist she should better tell Lorenzo the truth, I’m back now and I’m Ready to marry Lorenzo”She insisted.
“You’re such a confused soul, Atimes I wander I’d you were my child”King Darius said but Sharon ignored him totally.
“There’s nothing we can do about it, Gwen had already taken ya place, Why the sudden change huh?… What about your so called Boyfriend. Leon”Queen Blossom asked.
“I don’t want to talk about it”She snapped, She was about to walk away but suddenly paused.
A strange smile curved up on her lips.
“Better do something, Before I do something crazy, you both know me”She said more like a threat, She finally walks out, King Darius and Queen Blossom exchange glances.
Princess Sharon was fuming in anger as she walked towards her room, She bumped into someone, She looked to see that annoying maid she hates so much.
“watch were you’re going”Sharon yelled, Mira scoffs.
“I’ve been looking for you, Tell me about my brother whereabouts, Cos since you returned to the palace, He hasn’t came back where’s he Sharon”Mira asked.
“I don’t know”She said flatly and made to walk away but Mira blocked her way.
“Where’s Leon!”Mira asked.
“Go look for him ya self, I don’t know…
“Isn’t he your boyfriend, Tell me something you witch”Mira yelled.
Sharon angrily pushes her out of the way as she walked on bit Mira’s voice made her halt.
“I swear If anything happens to him, Calamity will befall you and your parent”.
Sharon gulped down nothing before walking away.
THE NEXT MORNINGNATARAJ
Nyx adjusted her cloak before she walked out of the palace unnoticed, she boarded a carriage that took her to
the busy market, since Allen has not been visiting, things has been bored, she decided to come and have fun and go home before dawn
On arriving at the market she blended into the crowd,
The market in Nataraj kingdom is one of the best since you can get every material things you need there, Sellers can be seen trying to gain attention, Buyers arguing with Sellers, Hawkers doing their jobs.
Everywhere was damn busy, Not until Basil walked in, A chilly wind blew that alone gained him so much attention.
👥oh no!!
👥It’s the Basil!!!
👥Basil?!…
👥Run for ya dear lives!
The ones who saw her alerted the rest, As every one in the market took their heels, Why won’t they run, since all Basil do is to kill and destroy, But why?
” It’s my hobby” He would say.
A dark smile curved up on his lips, he only snapped her finger and the skies changed color and everywhere became dark.
he took slow steps to where Nyx fell while trying to run.
” Please don’t come close to me, stay away ” Nyx cried, Basil said nothing at all, he made to touch the her, But before he could.
An invisible force pushes him backwards though he didn’t fall, He looked to see Emperor Lorenzo.
By now the guards has already protected Nyx, As Lorenzo stood face to face with Basil.
“You and I know that I’m not the bad guy here, Just because I do evil doesn’t mean you’re purer than me Renzo, Just wait for your doom”Basil said
“Are done?”Lorenzo asked.
“Guess you’re here to seal me huh?”Basil replied.
“Exactly!”Lyssa voice was heard from the opposite side as she threw the sacred Pearl into the air, it floated.
Lyssa and Lorenzo did a finger Formation as they released magic into the pearl, Basil was taken aback as the Pearl swallowed him up and he got sealed
The carriage finally arrived at The border between Nataraj and Fenner Kingdom, Inside the carriage, Gwen was silent in Deep thought which got Jericho worried, Yesterday she cried throughout the night…But he’s scared to ask her what’s wrong or should he ask her.
“What’s wrong your highness you’re looking pale and weird”Jericho asked.
“It’s nothing just tired”Gwen lied, Jericho exhales.
“I know it’s a lie, But whatever it is just put it away, Like you told me, everything will be fine”Jericho said and Gwen smiled.
The person riding the carriage informed them that they’ve arrived.
“I’ll remain in the shadows for now, I’m a wanted man, You should continue the journey alone”Jericho Said, Gwen smiled before pulling him into a deep hug…
Since Lorenzo wasn’t around, Leopard and Rhea grabbed the opportunity as they both fell on the bed.
Rhea was on top of Leopard as he kissed her harshly, Leopard stylishly undid her robe cloth showcasing her boobs, He pressed them softly.
Rhea moaned out loud, Leopard kissed her again, It was one intense kiss.
Later on Leopard brought out his erected Cóck, Rhea knelt as she shove it to her mouth, Leopard groans as She suck it like a pro.
“Never knew you were a professional at that stuff?”There heard his voice which Ade them voice completely, It was none other than Emperor Lorenzo