Theodore's POV
This– what is happening here? Why is Leticia covered in blood?
Oh Theodore! You are here? I was getting bored while waiting for you! You know, I remem—
Before she could even finish the sentence, her body hit the ground with a loud thud!
Am I fainting….. again? She said with a sigh before closing her eyes.
I–What is… Who did this to her? My eyes scanned the room for the one responsible for my Leticia's condition, while Isabelle and Claire rushed towards her through the door and knees beside her. They shook and called out to her countless times, but she remained still like a lifeless body. Seeing her like this made my blood run cold with fear, I don't want to lose her again…
My eyes started scanning the dark room once again and then they finally stopped at the fleeing creature. His body was bruised from multiple attacks and his torn apart from his body. The sight which would have been gruesome for other, was a sight which filled me with proud. Because this was something my Leticia did. But, my blood boiled at the thought, that this pest is the reason for my Leticia's unconsciousness.
I couldn't contain my anger anymore. I don't care what happens to anyone anymore. I called out to my familiar, Zephiron , who is the king of all familiars . His fierce fire engulfed the whole room in flames. Nothing can kill a creature of darkness, that is what others know, but my fire and light can both kill and harm them. The ruthless flames started everything in sight along with the lowly pest. His screams echoed in the now lighted room. The sound of flesh burning mixed with screams was a lullaby for my ears. Sometimes, when I use my powers, I forget the everything along with the reason. The only thing I remember at that moment is…. The feeling of our ecstasy and freedom.
Dore! Theodore! You dimwit! Claire's voice snapped me back to reality and the flames seemed to dim a bit as I lost focus.
Are you stupid? Oleander is still here! Do you wish to kill her and us altogether? Claire asked with her voice filled with urgency.
I don't care about Clair and Isabelle or anyone in particular, all I care about is Leticia. If anything were to happen her because of me then…. I won't be able to forgive myself.. I looked one last towards my Leticia before I transported then to my mansion with a single snap. They will be safe there, I know that…. Now the only thing left is to give this lowly pest, the punishment he deserves. I'll make sure that he would not dare to as much as even look at Leticia's shadow from now onward. I'll make him regret every decision he has made...
Claire's POV
This is bad! I don't know what is happening but I wish to kill the bastard responsible for my besties condition but then again, I think Theodore would take care of it.
Right now, we are at Theodore's mansion [Winslar told me so I can't guarantee the truth of this fact]. And we are currently being served and escorted by maids and knights like they show in those historical manhwas. But the difference is... that not a single one of them is human.
The doctor examined Oli a while ago and that there was nothing to worry about. To be honest, I was pretty scared back at Oli's room. Even though I have known Theodore for a short while, still this was my first time seeing him like this, seeing him so angry.
One thing which I noticed was that Theodore's crimson red eyes turned pitch black the moment he lost his cool, it was as if I was seeing darkness eating up the light. But I do wonder why that happened….
Isabelle didn't say a thing since the whole incident. She seems pretty shaken up and the only form of comfort she has right now… is that eye patch guy. And I absolutely hate it! To me, Isabelle is like a sister and this guy here has been flirting with her since the moment we came here.
On the other hand Winslar is not leaving my side, he looks like a obedient puppy right now, and I hate him for that. Annoying bastard! But the only thing I'm concerned about is that, it seems like oli has gotten herself an untamed wild beast.....
Isabelle's POV
After the rollercoaster of the events, I am now finally in my room (in Theodore's mansion) and everything is starting to finally set in…
I want to know as to why my sister was covered in blood, it doesn't matter if it's of someone else. It shocks me to think that the girl who, before, couldn't hurt a small fly was now covered in blood and… for the first time in the while…. I saw her smile without any restrictions…. The thing which hurts me more is that I was the only one who was kept in dark. Everyone knew exactly what was happening but I didn't . I am a parapsychologist, so supernatural beings don't sunrise me, but the way everything happened did. Veymar ( the eye patch guy from the club) is here too. And he is not a human and why am I not surprised from this fact?
Though I would have to say, the poor guy is trying his best to not make me feel uncomfortable. I am not some naïve sheltered lady who would not be able to tell if someone has a crush on her or not. And my hypothesis say that Veymar likes me and ….. I don't know why… I don't hate being liked by someone who is not quite human…..
Oleander's POV
I don't know for how long I've been unconscious this time, but I am sure it's long enough, cause now I can't feel my arms and legs.
I opened my eyes slowly, trying to adjust to the sudden abundance of light, though it still stung my eyes no matter how slowly I opened them. The first thing I saw was an unfamiliar ceiling but rather than feeling alarmed I felt strangely at home. I looked around to see the big room decorated in finest furnitures I've ever seen. The room screamed Victorian era. I am not a fan of olden designs and styles but this… touched a special place in my heart I didn't knew existed.
I kept looking around when my eyes landed at dark black hair, resting on the side of the bed. It was Theodore! I didn't regain enough memories to know about everything that happened, but enough to know that this person was someone I loved wholeheartedly in my previous life. The way all my memories focused solely on him in various situation, proved me right. A quick memory of a small kid begging and crying to let him stay in immortal realm flashed in front of my eyes, but before I could dwell on it, Theodore's body turned in sleep. Did I mention that he was looking as adorable as a toddler? He was sitting on a chair while his head rested on the side of the bed, the sleeping positioned made me wince a bit and I saw him waking up. Did I wince that loud? His sleepy eyes were absolutely adorable and that black hair made me want to mess it up, hard. A sudden thought came to mind, how much more adorable would he look when he's blushing? How would he react if I just pressed his lips hard with me mouth? My mind kept going towards things it shouldn't.
Leticia? Oh wait I'm sorry Olea—
Before he could continue I responded with a weak yes. God knows how long I've been asleep to make me so weak.
Theodore's eyes widened, and realisation struck him. His eyes filled with equal amounts of happiness and pain. But why, I wonder?
You, did you remember everything? He asked, his voice shaky with emotions.
Not everything. Just a little bit, but that was enough for me, for now. I said while expecting Theodore to be disappointed but rather his eyes lit with delight. A familiar longing arose in my chest. The feeling of admiration and love towards the guy sitting right in front of me. And something in me told that, I shouldn't waste time making him mine. That I shouldn't take too much time, again, only to lose him forever in the end.
The earlier incident and the thought of an unknown memory turned into dust when I looked into his crimson red eyes. They were like a set of bright and rare red ruby found only on him….
Theodore? I asked while watching him grasp my hand tightly as if he is scared to lose me.
Yes, my love? His voice soft yet heavy with emotion. My love, him calling me my love, made me feel confused honestly, even more hurt. He loves Leticia not me as Oleander…. A question which rested on my tongue for a long time finally found its way out, hesitantly.
Do you love me? I asked though I knew the answer, I still wanted to hear something different.
Yes, my love! His voice exceptionally sweet and for a moment I thought that I heard him purr.
Do you love me? As in Oleander? I asked him, this time with the real reason of the question attached with it. I know that normally it takes a lot of time for the main characters to realise their love for each other, and they take even more time if one of them forgets everything. But I feel like we've waited enough, so much that his past lover has now been reincarnated and turned into a full fledged adult. I wanted to ask him this question when the time was more…. Appropriate or not so much rushed but I couldn't resist the urge anymore.
Theodore stayed silent for a while, he looked to be deep in thought. His brows knitted into a cute frown, but something in me feared the answer he would give. What if he says that he likes Leticia? I know we both are the same person but… it would sadden me to know that the only reason he ever approached me was because I was Leticia's reincarnation.
Leticia was my past and Oleander, you are my present. I could never love anyone except you. Sure, I did approach you because you were Leticia's reincarnation but… I fell in love the silent yet mischievous Oleander too. His said while locking eyes with me. I .. don't know if this answer is right or if this was what I wanted to hear… the only thing I know is that ….. I love him too…
I—
A sharp noise cut me off as I was trying to say something. A flaming blue snake. It had the most adorable doe eyes I've ever seen. Seeing him reminded me of something, a hazy memory. It was this very room, where lax and this creature bickered non-stop, with Theodore shaking his head in disapproval, while looking like fucking god.
Zephiron….. who gave you the permission to come out? Theodore's cold sharp voice snapped me back to reality. I didn't knew his voice could be this cold, and am I weird for thinking it's hot?
I–I am sorry, master… it's just that you've taking with Leticia for too long and we'll, I wanted to meet her too… Zephiron (which I assume, is his name) said with a sulky pout. Such a cutie!
Why are you scolding him, Theodore? Zephiron, was it? I am sorry I still have to regain all of my memories, that's why I don't remember your name. I said with an apologetic smile.
It's alright! And because you don't remember me, I'll give you quick introduction of me. Greetings, my name is Zephiron, the king of all familiars and the familiar of my master, Theodore. He said with a surprisingly noble way. The king of familiars? Interesting.
They should enjoy themselves as much they can, because soon… they won't be able to anymore...