132 Reuniting with the Dark One … Ramsey Ive never trusted in the supernatural .


    I was not a big believer of the Moon Goddess nor the Universe but I could feel an unease settle all over my body , spreading to every part of my body .


    I didnt know if it was the stillness of the evening or the way that it seemed like the wind wasnt moving but something didnt feel right .


    I could sense it .


    Where I stood at thekes bank , my gaze alternating between L and Miriam as they stood .


    Knee deep in the shimmering water .


    The evening had grown darker , the moon casting its pale glow over the surface of theke .


    The High Priestess had stopped chanting and theke was too quiet .


    Lenny moved closer to me ; his voice low as he muttered .


    I just received word from one of the Generals , that one of the Werewolf Pack is under attack by Ferals .


    Although theyre doing everything to quell it , its getting severe .


    I nodded absently , still gazing at the two figures in theke .


    How far is the Werewolf pack from us ? About two hours , Lenny replied .


    Send them some reinforcements .


    Those warriors with those weapons from Blue Ridge should be among too .


    Just a few of them reach out to Alpha Nathan in the morning requesting for more warriors that can operate the weapons .


    Okay ? He nodded and returned to his former position as he prepared to send the mindlink .


    I turned my attention back to the figures in theke .


    From where I stood , I could see Ls face clearly and suddenly , I noticed her expression was what it was moments ago .


    Her brows were furrowed , her lips quivering and her hands clutching Miriams was filled with desperation .


    Even Miriam who seemedposed at first , looked strained .


    Her eyes were tightly shut , and her body was trembling slightly as if she was caught in a nightmare .


    My stomach churned with unease as I approached the priestess .


    Something is wrong .


    They look .


    terrified , The priestess turned toward him.


    What do you mean ? Look at her at both of them , I said gesturing toward L .


    Her face is twisted in fear and Miriam doesnt look any better .


    This isnt normal right ? The priestess studied them for a moment , her lips pressed into a thin line .


    I can see it doo , she finally admitted .


    But dont worry , they must have encountered a distant memory .


    The cleansing process often brings to light shadows of the past .


    Her words did little to ease my growing rm .


    I continued watching anxiously .


    In the next instance , L began to cry .


    Tears rolled silently down her cheeks ; her body trembled with an unspoken anguish .


    Priestess , I snapped Look shes crying .


    I told you something is wrong .


    The High Priestesss calm fa?ade faltered .


    She moved closer to the edge of the water , her brows ewed in concentration .


    This is unusual , she muttered , almost to herself .


    Then do something I demanded , my tone rising .


    Theyre clearly in danger .


    Do something Les came to me , silently tapping on my shoulders .


    When I turned to him , he shook his head and indicated that I shouldnt say anything else .


    Sighing .


    I moved away from the priestess and began to pace as I watched the priestess .


    The tears on Lytas face wereing in torrents , and Miriam was shivering too .


    The priestess began to mutter something , her hands moved in intricate patterns over theke .


    The air around us thickened , charging with energy that made the hair on my neck stand up .


    Suddenly .


    Miriams eyes flew open , wide with terror .


    She stumbled backwards , removing her band from Ls hand .


    Her chest was heaving as if shed justpleted a marathon .


    Her breath wasing in ragged gasps , fear was etched on every line of her face .


    She waded through the water nosily and fell on the bank of theke , shivering .


    Shes shes in her memories she gasped , her voice was high pitched and frantic .


    I dont know how but the Dark One is there with here too .


    Hes in our old house and … Her speech was not only disjointed but also , she was speaking too fast , making it difficult for us to understand her words .


    What ? I barked , stepping toward her .


    Slow down ! Talk to me ! speak clearly ! She clutched her chest : her breathing was erratic .


    She tried again but her words came out jumbled and incoherent mixed with panic .


    Inside theke , L still stood there unmoving as tears continued to stream down her face .


    Her eyes were still firmly shut .


    Miriam , I snapped with a firm but unkind tone .


    Calm down and tell us what you saw .


    Hysterics wont help us to solve anything .


    Can you do that for me ? She swallowed hard ; her fingers were trembling so much that they gripped the edge of her gown until her knuckles turned white .


    Its him .


    she managed .


    The Dark somehow found his way into her memories and in the house , we used to live in .


    The was there , it seems , waiting for her .


    Its so really ….


    this is not fiction .


    of course , I know ! the high priestess sighed , rubbing a hand on her temple .


    My eyes darted back to L who was still standing there motionless .


    Her tears refused to stop , if anything , they seemed to increase .


    You have to do something , Priestess , I tried to control the fearful tremors coursing through my body .


    She hasnt moved .


    Shes been like that for too long .


    Do something , please ! The High priestess grunted and entered the water .


    She waded gently to where L was , her hands hovering just above her shoulders as she spoke softly , urging her to open her eyes .


    L , the priestess called gently , her voice was filled with authority .


    Come back .


    Open your eyes .


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    Still , there was no reaction .


    Theke remained still , as though it too were holding its breath .


    Minutes stretched into an hour , L hadnt moved .


    The tears kept falling , her face was pale and damp in the moonlight ..


    Miriam sat on the bank of theke , her arms wrapped tightly around herself as she rocked back and forth crying softly .


    Whats happening ? I demanded hotly my voice breaking with frustration .


    I hated being unable to do anything but to stand there and watch .


    Why isnt it working ? The High Priestess turned to me after a while , her face etched with worry .


    I think shes trapped , she admitted .


    Stuck in her memories .


    And if Miriam is right , the Dark One is the one manipting all of this .


    My blood ran cold .


    What does that mean ? It means , the priestess said slowly he has taken control and might be blocking her from returning .


    She muste back to us , its dangerous .


    Dangerous ? My heart was pounding so wildly in my chest that I could hear the beating .


    Fine , theres something we can do at least ? Tell me … what is it ? Ill do anything Miriam looked up , her face streaked with tears .


    You have to try again , Mother , she pleaded , her voice was hoarse .


    Ive seen what he can do first hand and shes powerless in that state .


    Please ….


    do something .


    Dont leave her there with him ! The priestess nodded , her lips pressing together in determination .


    She knelt by the waters edge , her hands outstretched as she began another incantation .


    The words came faster this time , more urgent , her voice was rising and falling like the waves .


    Miriam moved towards L again closing her eyes as she attempted to reconnect with her .


    Her breathing quickened and when her eyes snapped open again , she broke into a fresh sob and began to shake L .


    L … please baby ,e back … please … Stop that ! the Priestess chided her .


    Thats dangerous .


    What did see ? you Nothing ! Miriam cried .


    I cant see anything .


    Our link is blocked .


    Hes too strong .


    As if to confirm what she was saying , Ls body suddenly fell into the water with a loud ssh .


    Without thinking , I jumped into theke and swam towards her .


    Miriam was too flustered , the High priestess seemed confused .


    I grabbed Ls hand , pulling her face upward as I checked her heartbeat .


    It was still beating alright but I waited through the water , carrying her with me .


    Help the Priestess and Miriam , ready the car , were going back to … There is no time , I heard the priestess shout weakly .


    We have to try to wake her up .


    If the Dark One gets to her she would be trapped until he releases her , by then , itll be toote .


    Hes going to cultivate her power and use her just like he wanted with Neh .


    We must try to wake her up .


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    think , I couldnt breathe … I could feel tears forming at the corner of my eyes , as the memories of a simr scene flitted into my mind .


    My grandfather , running with my mother in his arms , into the pack house , shouting for a healer and my mother dying two secondster in his arms .


    Please , No ! a sob broke from the back of my throat as my throat constricted .


    I cant lose , L … please … you have to survive , please … Comment