Chapter 74
Chapter 74
‘Ironically, I think it’s in your best interests to know about what we’re doing to save this world from being
destroyed, and maybe, by some miracle, you’ll come to some type of mutual respect for us witches.
Fern explains.
‘It has been entrusted upon Yiselda for the previous two hundred years to take over Pandora’s Box and
stay there. It was known as the Midnight Covenstead for generations until the Vampire King went
insane and summoned Shadow Reapers and Grimghouls and released them into the world. Many
werewolves were killed, and their domains were seized. It was only a matter of time before they
infiltrated human settlements, and as you know, humans must never learn about the supernatural side
of our world.
Many witches banded together and used their power. We were able to imprison the Vampire King and
his minions inside the Midnight Covenstead, where spells were put to keep them locked up for good.
Centuries had passed, and the witches and wolves had coexisted peacefully until the Alphas were
dissatisfied with the love and adoration we got from their pack members. They lied to their pack
members, claiming they were cursed and that all witches must be slain, so we can’t control them with
spells. As a result, they set out to find us. It was the largest witch hunt in history.
Yiselda was the only survivor of the Midnight Coven after the witch hunt. She remained there, keeping
the charms and spells in place, knowing it was now her responsibility to keep the world safe. Years
later, in a human village, she stumbled upon us at an orphanage and sensed right away that we weren’t
humans. We were too little at the time and didn’t know till she brought us in. Since then, she has
served as our mother, teacher, and protector. She remains at Pandora’s Box to this day in order to
protect us all.’ Fern explains.
Do you think we’re going to believe that?’ A Vampire King, Shadow Reapers, or Grimghouls have never
existed. Everyone is aware of the past. Witches used their magic against us for selfish reasons, which
is why you were wiped out, Alpha Bennet sneers.
That is completely false!’ Fern yells.
Alpha Bennet stands, ‘We will take our leave to discuss this, and we will return tomorrow with our
decision,’
‘What decision? There isn’t anything to decide.’ Magnus growls.
‘The decision on whether or not to allow the witches to stay and stay alive, Alpha Bennet smirks, turns,
and goes out the door, followed by Alpha Amir and Alpha Theaton before they all leave. Alpha Amir
comes to a halt and turns. ‘In the meantime, we’ll leave a dozen of our warriors here to keep an eye on
the pack until we return tomorrow, he smiles.
‘They can’t be serious?’ Fern is concerned.
“You and your sisters are part of this pack. We won’t allow them to harm you, any of you.’ Magnus
says.
Reaper flies towards the Alphas, swooping them and then flying back up.
‘What in the world was that?’ Alpha Bennet says, his head tilted.
I’m not sure. All I saw was black mist, says Alpha Theaton.
Witchcraft, perhaps?’ Alpha Amir says, returning his gaze to the packhouse.
Reaper caws and charges at them once more. This time, they come across a big black raven. They run
from our territory. escaping Reaper
Reaper flies inside the house and lands on my shoulder,
‘Reaper chasing after them off isn’t going to help our situation,’
He mind– links ‘It doesn’t matter what we do, they are going to take this further,’
‘Do you actually believe that?’ I ask, concerned.
I know, and they’d already decided they didn’t like witches before they stepped foot in this packhouse.’
‘When they return tomorrow, it will not be with good news,
“We should probably see Yiselda,’ Fern says. They all nod and walk outside. Ela redraws a star within
a circle on the ground while Ria places the stones at each point,
‘Just step into the circle and say “Pandora’s Box” in your mind, and it will teleport you there with us,’
Lilac explains.
As soon as they all step in and teleport,
I enter the circle ‘Pandora’s Box, I think in my head. I open my eyes. I notice a large and lovely house
surrounded by a dense forest. The home has a red tint, and any framework and lattice around it is a
dark brown. The chimney is emitting smoke, and a window shutter swings open.
Ria yells, ‘Come on, Luna, the entrance door is this way
I accompany them inside the Covenstead. I’m dizzy from spinning around since there’s so much going
on. On the bookshelf, books and knick-knacks are rearranging themselves. A broom is sweeping the
floor on its own. There are cats, frogs, spiders, and even a chicken roaming the area. We follow the
sound of bubbling water into the kitchen. I expected to see a kitchen island instead of a large black
cauldron. Steam and bubbles float to the surface, and I cringe when I discover the bubbling fluid is
green.
I’m so delighted you came to visit Fern, Ela, Ria, Lilac, and Luna,’ Yiselda smiles.
‘You too, Luna, Yiselda smirks as the witches crowd around and share one giant hug. I take a step
forwards and join the group hug. ‘Let me put the kettle on, and we’ll have some tea while you girls tell
me how well you’re settling into Shadow Crest,’ she says. Yiselda turns and wields her wand, saying,
‘Lifto Levitatous, Aqua Bedew, Inferno Flamo.
We watch as a black iron kettle glides over to the tap, fills with water, and then floats over to the fire,
hovering over it.
She waves her wand again, this time at a teacup and saucer, saying, ‘Lifto Levitatous. The cup and
saucer drift to the dining table and land. She says, ‘Spawniate. The cup and saucer multiply to become
a set of six on the table.
“Lifto Levitatous,’ she says as she calls the pot of water over to the table. The kettle floats and tips
over, dumping boiling water into our teacups. I place a tea bag on the saucer after dipping it in my
teacup until I’m satisfied with the strength.
Yiselda has come to join us at the table. ‘How has it been so far?’ she inquires.
‘We had a lot of fun, went into town, met many people, and even got free cupcakes from the baker
when we helped replace the quirky broken fence and sign, Lilac says. This belongs to NôvelDrama.Org.
They were very thankful, Ria says with a smile.
I’m delighted to hear everything is going well, Yiselda says.
“Well, until today, when the wolf council came to visit us, Fern explains.
Yiselda almost spills her tea as she stares at me.
“Unfortunately, they don’t appreciate the fact that we’ve let witches into our pack. They believe witches
used to cast spells against them, which is why their predecessors fought against witches,
Viselda sighs, placing her teacup on the saucer.
‘It’s a shame their parents and grandparents have lied to them about us. They don’t plan on causing
any harm to the girls, do they? She asks me.
“Well, they left not in the greatest mood to discuss the matter. The wolf council said they would return
tomorrow with their verdict Magnus insisted us witches are not a problem and that the girls had already
been initiated and welcomed. Alpha Bennet claimed we could tum against them using the witches to
our advantage. I’m hoping they come to their senses and understand witches just want to help,’ I say
We even told them they needed us because of Pandora’s Box, but they didn’t seem to believe me
when I told them why,’ Fern says
If something happens to any of you, or if you believe you are in danger, please return here immediately,
okay?’
‘Yes, Yiselda, they all say at the same ume