Black widow

The scars

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Agatha

I was expecting that this date thing will be romantic since Marcel was head over heels but I want expecting to see something so wonderful and beautiful made out of scratch. As I walked out of the area where cabins were situated I got up by stairs and walked long way to the front part of the ship. I could see from far that something was shining there and it just looked so sweet as I got closer. He helped me get up to the forecastle desk and to the blanket, where I sat my legs resting vertically close together, as I was in a short dress. I could say by his looks that he was more that impressed and he treated me really nice. the scene and him alone made me feel so vulnerable. It was my first ever date in life and it was so emotional for me that at some point I got tears. The lofe was cruel enough to spear me simple happiness of occasional date.

—Wow... this is much more than I expected

I said as and it clearly was a relief to him knowing I liked his efforts.

—You look very beautiful... oh... anything wrong ?

He noticed my tears and I didn't even try to hide them. I was truly moved and touched by what he had done just to make me feel special.

—It's just... no one have ever made anything even close to this for me.

Marcel frowned but with clear shock and misunderstanding in his gaze.

—Not even Andreas ?

—No. He had hard time expressing his love this way.

I shook my head. To be honest I never thought about the fact why no one did such things for me but I new the answer just immediately as I went though my memories and I was sure that every man that was trying to impress me where under my spell and they never did something romantic, they just preferred words. But here, now this guy was really trying hard to make a good impression and I could swear I did nothing to him, it was all his will and his true sympathy for me. I also knew that i did not deserve this.

—I am glad I am the first

he smiled and shyly asked if he could wipe my tears which I had no problem with. But his touch... it made me shiver in a good way. His fingertips were warm and actually soft.

—Would you like to drink?

He asked after he sat back to his side of the blanket

—Yes, but I'm not a good drinker

—Me neither, but I brought here liqueur that I made for you specifically.

My jaw dropped just at the thought that somebody was inspired by me to create something. I didn't know was it good or not but the fact that I had such wright in his life, made me feel really speavisn and girly... I was teenage girl in this moment and I was fine with that. He saw my excitement and went on telling me the story behind the drink

—I was experimenting with light alcoholic drinks and you inspired me with this one. It's got pretty soft yet bitter taste.

—Oh wow... I'm honoured. So I'm your muse ?

—Kinda yes

we both giggled and it was a relief for both of us.

—I want you to close your eyes first

He said and i just trusted him. I just closrd my ryes and lay back on my hands straigtening my legs, crossing one with another. Moon light shone right on me and I felt the powers of it in me. The powers that kept repeating this date was nothing but one more step for me. That I shouldn't get emotional.

I couldn't help but flinch as aroma of alcohol hit my nostrils. I was not found of alcohol at all. in fact I hated it. Why would anyone consume one thing that can make you weak, dizzy and let your guards down. I couldn't afford being weak in front of anyone. But I didn't wanted to make him feel bad and sniffed the liquid.

—It smells so pleasant and calming... like nature ? umm... Flowers... I smell flowers

The smell was pleasant except the alcohol notes and I felt that it could be really tasty after all.

—Now taste it

He said and helped me take a sip. I was trying to taste every single component and couldn't help but smile. He made it so tasty because of me, this was how he thought of me.

—What do you think ? Can you guess what it's made of by taste?

Marcel asked impatiently and I wanted to see him smile

—Hm... can I open my eyes ?

—Nope, not yet

I smiled and tried to remember all the tastes

—Oh... okay... hmm... It tastes fruity I think cherry and there is a bitter taste at the end like some flower. I don't know...

—Open your eyes

I slowly opened my eyes and I he proudly showed me a bottle, that looked very beautiful, with dark red liquid in it and rose petals.

—Rose ?

I asked smiling but confused, I have never tasted rose.

—Yes. Do you like it ?

—I love the idea and as much as I have tasted alcohol I can say this is best of all.

—I'm glad you like it

I was still in a bit of a shock, because nobody did such nice things for me. I just wanted to thank him. I knew that even though I was truly touched by everything he did, this could change nothing. After realisation, I felt sudden sadness.

—Thank you

I said in a low voice, almost with guilt and regret. He purred himself some liquor and I had no choice but take one shot. I don't ever do this in presence of men but something told me I could trust him.

—Here's to this wonderful evening

he aid smiling and we clicked our shots before drinking the liquid. It was burning its way down my throat, but left cherry taste after with a bitter rose notes.

I couldn't help but giggle when he said that he even cooked for me. Although food was too salty, it was nice gesture that he cared that much about me. I suggested I will cook on our next date and he got so excited that hugged me. I was frozen for a moment but gently pet his back and he quickly sat down again but that was sudden awkwardness in the air. I stared in the distance and could feel how tense he was. I decided it's my turn to impress. I grabbed my shot cup and fetched cherry out of there that came with liquid minute ago.

—Want some cherry ?

I asked and placed it between my lips.

He was confused at first but when he got what I meant, leaned closer and gently pressed his lips to mine, biting of half of the fruit, that had alcohol inside. This kiss was gentle and short with bittersweet aftertaste. He was happy about it clearly. I could hear his heart nearly burst out of his chest.

—Now ... let's call it a night Marcel

I offered to go to bed, because I had some plannings to do in the morning. And now that we had too much fish already, we had to keep most of them alive in barrels and part of them would be salted to be kept for months.

At the bay, beach near Althea's house

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Undina sits at the beach trying to build a sand castle, when Serena comes running holding hands with a boy of her age.

—Udi!

She called her sister while running and stopped just before nocking her send castle.

—Selena! Don't blake it!

—Solly... Look !

Serena showed her sister her hand holding boy's and lift it up.

—Who are you ?

Undina pointed on the boy

—Liam

—this my sister Udina

Serena introduced her sister. She couldn't say Undina and instead called Udina or Udi.

—Are you friends ?

Undina asked, curious but still minding her business, building top of the castle.

—No, she is my fiance

—No! she is not!

Undina shouted and crossed her little arms, frowning at little boy.

—Yes, I am!

Serena said proudly and smiled, taking Liam away to play hide and seek in the forest.

Undina was alone again. This was first time she was disappointed with her sister, because she felt lonely and Serena was having fun, but very soon there was a heartbreaking scream and some strange noises followed. Undina jumped up from the sand and scared to even move, saw Althea at the porch.

—Aunty! Selena !

Undina pointed her pointer to the woods making it clear that Serena was there and there was something going on.

—Baby, please come home, I will go for her, okay?

Althea was scared, for she heard those noises before and it wasn't good at all.

Undina was always a good girl when it came to her behaviour and in no time she was at home looking out of window, while Althea ran with her witch speed to save her another girl. She was half way through, when she stumbled on Serena, who was running away from the battlefield.

—Here you are !

Althea grabbed her and held her in her arms while running back with same speed. She left girls in safety and then went back to see what was going on and she could to.

Unfortunately she was too late. Little Liam sitting in the corner of a small wooden house covering his face, mostly eyes and crying desperately.

—Liam ? omg ! where are your parents ?

—They took mommy !

The boy screamed and sobbed. When Althea grabbed him and hugged very tight, he wasn't scared even though his eyes where still shut. He recognised her voice.

Althea knew what happened and who took Liam's mom as soon as she saw little boy.

—Liam it's okay, you can open your eyes

She said petting his back, after examining the aura ar I around that place.

—No! Daddy said not no!

Boy was scared to death and trembled in his god mother's hands.

—It's just you fairy here.

—I know. um... okay

He rubbed his face before opening his eyes to reveal how watery and red they were.

—Good, you're good.

Althea said and let out breath of relief, but making sure that Liam was okay was half work. Now she had to make sure that his parents were safe and sound.

—What do you think if I take you to my girls ?

—Serena ?

—Yes, and Undina too.

Liam frowned, but then said

—I want just Serena

—I think you three can work that out.

Althea brought him to her house with girls and was surprised by an unexpected visitor.

—Lucifer ?

She mumbled, leaving children to play and led him outside for talk.

—What are you here for ?

—I see you're busy as hell

—I can handle the kids for a while

—I don't even have time to reject your preposition, talk to you later.

Althea said and Lucifer nodded with understanding.He wasn't best choice for a nanny but it was all she had.

She was going follow footsteps but it wasn't necessary, because as she got back to the house where he found Liam, Damien was sitting on the ground, white blouse clenched in his hand. it was spoiled with blood.

—Dami... Is she... Is she gone ?

Althea said almost whispering, tears started to form in her eyes.

—She was already gone, when I got here. They wanted to take our boy. She saved our son.

Damien was trying to seem calm but his voice was cracked and even though he had his head down, gazing at ground that was coloured with blood of his loved one, Althea could tell that he was crying.

—Liam is safe at least.

—Thank you

—That's what I'm here for.

Althea sat down, right beside her friend and hugged him tight to comfort him.

—It's okay to mourn Damien, don't be shy or tough, no one will see you but me and... Celia.

They sat like this for quite long time. But Althea couldn't get rid of one thought and she had to be sure about her doubts, so she has to leave. She left as soon as Dami seemed better and rushed to her house.

In the Althea's house

Serena and Liam were playing together, while Undina sat at the table drawing something. She was sad and lonely, time by time looking at her sister. Then she decided to make an announcement.

—Li...Liam... You can take my sister as you fiance... now can i play with you ?

She said waiting for response buy there was a hint of excitement in her eyes.

Serena just petted one off the free cushions that was lying on the carpet, where they were sitting and Undina joined them with a smile.

In no time, Althea was back and asked Lucifer, who was sitting and watching the kids, to go for a walk with her.

—Tell me you have nothing to do with this death

she went straightaway and her voice was little shaky but strong.

—I do not kill after... you know.

—Then what is the reason of you visiting.

—I'm looking for accommodation, for her.

—where is she?

—Currently in France.

—You have some time ahead, but I need her here in safety.

—Yes, I am the godmother, I know.

Althea was more than happy to have more kids around. Thus was one of her duties. When she took kids under her wings as godmother, she was tied to them and her bond was very strong. She could feel if they were hurting or need help. This was because she was destined for maternity. But it meant that she could give birth only once. To all other children she was like a protector and no question many of her friends choose her to be the godmother. Even Lucifer.

—Call me when she will be arriving, until then, she must learn everything about herself and powers. France...

She thought for some seconds

—I guess Josephine is her foster parent ?

—Yes.

—Good choice. But still, what's the hurry ?

—I might have some problems, if anything happens, she will be immediately sent to you.

—By anything happens you mean...

—If I'm dead.