The Lost World of Artanica Book One: The Chosen One

Chapter 7 "Witnessing A Miracle "

Rhea spent the weeks waiting for her uncle's arrival talking to Ambrogio about the Portador De Morte , and getting to know the family. Nunet taught her about all the new styles since she had lost her body, Selene talked to her about her parents, and Kyran wasted none of their time together. He knew this may well be the only time they were going to have together. They listened to music, explored every inch of the castle, Kyran told her all about his life before, and after becoming a vampire. They fell more in love everyday. It was almost like an invisible force has pulled them together. Kyran loved to see Rhea's amazing smile, and Rhea loved to sit and listen to his stories. She dreamt of the day she could lay her hand upon his cheek, and kiss his beautiful lips. She was scared of the task at hand, but she also knew that the love she felt for Kyran was stronger than any evil in this world. Rhea's uncle arrived on the 13th day after they sent the telegram. The family was in the sitting room telling stories and jokes, as the maid came in and told them of his arrival. “Show him in.” Ambrogio told her. A moment later Earionn entered the room. He was a tall and skinny old man with hair as white as cotton, and eyes so blue they seemed to glow. He looked very frail and fragile but Ambrogio knew better. He could sense this man held a power more powerful than he said seen in quite a while. Rhea got up to greet her uncle. “Hello Uncle, greeted Rhea, How are my parents? She asked” “Good evening my child, Earionn started, your parents send their love, they are doing well and said to tell you they miss you very much and will visit soon, presuming it is okay with the king and queen.” Rhea's parents had left the throne after Rhea had been attacked. They had the kingdom protected and then stepped down, for the travesty they had witnessed had took a toll on them and they felt they couldn't rule with the right mindset anymore. “What is it that you needed? Earionn asked looking at Kyran.” “Oh, I see my child you have finally found your soulmate.” he stated “How did you know that?” asked Kyran. “Just a feeling.” he said with a smile, but Kyran suspected it was more than that. Earionn smiled, for he had already spoken to the Oracles and knew that it was Rhea and Kyran were destined to spend their lives together. “I know why you have sent for me and I have to tell you my children this shall be a very dangerous and trying quest,” he explained in a concerned voice. “I understand that Kyran said, and I am willing to risk whatever I have to for her happiness.” “I can tell you where you must go first and who you must seek out, but that is all I will be able to do for you Kyran, he said” “That is more than enough, Kyran said eager to listen.” You must first enter the Portador DE Muerte', and then you must seek out the Necromancer Siredel, he will be able to tell you what you need to do and give you the spell you must cast.” “There are a couple more things I may be able to do for you, said Earionn” “Since Rhea has found her true love, he said as Ky and Rhea looked at one another, knowing they were right about the way they felt, “I can cast a spell that will allow her to travel with you on your journey, in her ghost – like state she will be a great help to you.” “But she will be in danger? Asked Kyran” “As will you, answered Earionn.” “I will do it, answered Rhea” “But Rhea! Started Kyran” “No! Rhea said cutting him off, if you must put yourself at danger, so will I, I will not let you risk your life, at least not alone, just to save mine, besides, she continued, we have only known one another for a short time although it feels like we have for centuries, and I will not lose you now.” “I feel the same way, Kyran said and I would be honored to have you with me, my love” “Okay children, let's get started, said Earionn.” “I will cast sort of a love spell, only it will attach your souls, so from this point on where one of you goes the other must follow and vice versa.” “Rhea, Earionn started I wasn't able to do this for you before, because this spell can only be cast upon soulmates, those who are really meant for each other, but I must warn you, once you find your soulmate if you lose them you shall never find love again that will fill the void they have left.” They both looked at each other knowing that this was a quest that had to be made in order for them to truly be together and live a full life. They both said in unison “We will do it. Earionn handed them each an emerald and asked them to stand in the center of the room with their hands together. They did as they were told and could hear Earionn quietly chanting. They seen a small light glowing between them got got bigger and bigger before it burst and the light went into both of them. “Now your souls are connected for life.” Earionn announced. “Does this not mean if she dies he will die and vice versa.” Ambrogio asked. “Not in the sense you speak of, it does mean if one of them dies the other will have lost half of their soul, and if they are able to live will never love again.” he explained. Ambrogio shaking his head looked at his son. He was scared for his son, but knew he couldn't stop him. “The other thing you must do to protect yourselves, is borrow magic from the roses, but you must know if you cross the portal that is protected and you are not pure of heart, or have any ill intent, the magic will kill you.” Stated Earionn. “I will do it.” Kyron announced. “Do you know what you are saying.” Selene asked her son. “Yes mother but there is no other way.” Kyran told her. “He must do this alone.” Earionn told them. “I love you all.” Kyran told them as he left the room. Kyran had always been afraid of the magic the roses held. He knew it was powerful and could be very dangerous. Earionn followed at a distance in case anything went wrong. Kyran slowly made his way across the threshold. He made it safely breathing out a sigh of relief. Earionn stood behind him watching quietly. “What do I do.” asked Kyran.”Just touch a petal.” explained Earionn. Kyran reached out his finger and placed it on a petal of the first rose he seen. All of a sudden Kyran was jerked back and stood straight with his head up to the sky as a bright light entered him from the roses. “My god I can't believe it.” Earionn stated. Ambrogio, Selene, and Rhea entered the room and witnessed what was happening to Kyran. “Help him Uncle.” screamed Rhea. “He is fine my child.” he told her. “What the hell do you mean fine. It looks like he is being hit with a bolt of lightning.” Ambrogio roared. “You are witnessing a miracle.” Earionn stated loudly. “He is the chosen one.” He said loudly with his hand in the air. “What do you mean.” asked Selene. “Long ago the oracles spoke of one who the roses would give more magic than anyone in the world held. It would gift it to the chosen one completely. Making him now the keeper of all the world's magic, instead of the roses. When the exchange is complete the roses shall die.” explained Earionn.”Oh my God.” said Rhea speechless. “We must not tell anyone.” said Ambrogio. “The evil ones will try and hunt him down and kill him.” cried Selene. “Impossible.” Stated Earionn. “The chosen one can not be killed. He is pure of heart and holds pure white magic that shall overcome and evil in the world.” he laughed. “My god, we are saved.” Ambrogio stated. “My son” started Selene crying. Finally the light finished entering Kyran, and he was left on his knees on the floor. The roses immediately started to wilt. The family ran to him. “What happened.” breath Kyran. “We shall tell you my son but first you must rest.” stated Earionn. “Come your majesty, let's help him to bed.” said Earionn as they liften Kyran from the floor.