Chapter 6 " Departure "

Raven's POV:

The Day soon arrived when I had to leave the castle and go on the mission. The Elders had told me beforehand that I have to use my dark magic in this mission. I went out to smell the fresh morning air. It was near 4 am. I haven't slept all night.

" I think you shall sleep, Heir. You have a long way ahead " a familiar voice said from behind. I turned and met two pairs of crimson eyes staring at me lovingly. He was Prince Liam Ruford. My Uncle. I bowed and said, "What are you doing at this time of night, Liam ". " I should be the one to ask this from you, Rosy" he smiled at me. Since I was young, everyone in Xiya called me Rosy. It was because when I was born, fifty trillion roses bloomed in the royal orchid. The Elders said that this girl will do wonders. But I feel more like a dnager, a threat to Xiya.

" I don't feel like sleeping. I was worried Liam that what will happen in the future" I whispered. "It's okay Rosy, you will use your dark magic to save the four leagues and everyone will know that a Rebel with a Royal heart is worthy of ruling" he smiled. " Your point of view never makes sense to me," I said with shaking my head. " The day it will, you will have the most prosperous rule " he replied. I chuckled lightly before walking up to my room and slept for 5 hours.

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I woke up at 9 am and sat up slowly. The sunlight was entering the room through the glass door. I looked at it for sometime and then I dropped the thick curtains instantly. " Too much sunlight " I mumbled to my dragon, Lila. " You are right " she said.

I took out the bag and opened my closet. In Xiya we always have loads and loads of clothes, fingerless gloves, jewelry and magic.

I picked my phone and dialed Mateen's number. " Fire Warrior reporting to Her Royal Highness " Mateen's voice sounded. I chuckled. People called him the Warrior of Fire and Hell. Tough person but... not in front of me. " No need for formalities Matty " I said. He grunted, " Why do you always have to call me Matty? ". " I want to that's why " I replied. " What can I do for you then? " he asked in a defeated tone. " Come to my room for packing, Matty " I chuckled emphasizing the word 'Matty'. He growled but hung up.

After sometime he was in my room. " I think you should also take a royal gown " he said sipping the juice. "For What? " I asked. " I don't know I think it will be useful " he said. I nodded. Mateen has never been wrong in the 16 years of our lives. So I placed a black and blue gown. " have you done with packing? " I asked him zipping my bag. " Yeah, I have and .... Prince Ruka have too " he whispered the last part and my breath got hitched in my throat. " Ru-Ruka? " I asked slightly. " Yeah " he replied. I was surprised. Ruka was the mysterious one and I was attracted to mystery. " Well maybe the weather today would be pleasant " Mateen said. I gave him a low growl. " Does your name means fortune teller? ". He rolled his eyes and said, " No, my name's meaning is Strong ". I started to chuckle like I've heard something super funny. " What is up with you Raven? "he gruffed. "Nothing just that you are the complete opposite of your name " I said. He growled playfully.

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It was time. I was sitting on my bike. The royal announcer announced the arrival of the first warrior that was going with me. " I welcome the respected royalty, the son of Prince Liam and Princess Jennifer, Asher Ruford," he said. Everyone's eyes turned to Asher as he waved with a smile and sat on the bike beside me. " I am honored to be the companion warrior of Her Royal Highness," Asher said.

Next, the announcer cried the arrival of the 2nd warrior. " I now welcome the passionate Beta, Son of Former Beta Ian and Bettete Lumina, Mateen Mors ". Mateen came marching towards the bike and sat on it. " My greatest wish to be a fighter of Her Royal Highness is fulfilled " he exclaimed proudly.

" I give Elder Soniala the chance to speak now," the announcer said. Elder Soniala stood up and walked to the front. " As I am the one who suggested this mission, I will send my only son, Kyle Gates, with Her Royal Highness to prove our loyalty," she said. Everyone cheered at the courage of Elder Soniala as this mission was grave dangerous.

" And now, the Lion of the West, Princess Nivea, and Prince Aiden's son, Ruka Ruford ". Silence fell over the grounds. Ruka was one who has killed many and has never spoken to anyone. He was called the "Silent Devil" by the people of four leagues. The God of War. He came towards me and bowed elegantly. He took my hand in his and kissed it. " The pleasure's all mine to go with you as a warrior milord," he said and stood up, leaving everyone surprised.

We sat on the bikes and after waving to everyone we departed.