The Fallen Star

Chapter 5

Anastasia

There's no easy job in this world, be it for humans or Gods.

I've been picking up all kinds of souls: helpless, rebellious, heartbroken, innocent, etc. But never have I ever encountered a soul that was out of my reach. His soul had an aura I couldn't keep my fingers on.

Every God has a special aura which has nothing to do with mood but everything to do with our powers(as some call it) or duties. For example, I have a black aura around me with shimmers of gold that represent death (coincidently matching my eye color). It's granted according to your responsibility and no one can change it. It's not visible to everyone but anyone can sense it if not see it. I can feel others getting intimidated by my aura because definitely death isn't pleasant to see, hear, or even sense it.

His soul had a similar aura, a mystic one. I couldn't see it but definitely feel it. Maybe he was a powerful human, sometimes humans have a strong aura, almost that matching of a God.

My mind wandered around him and it saddened me as I had not been able to see him for days.

I accelerated, pushing away his thoughts as I drove through the highway, trying to make it on time to my first human job.

I got bored of doing Godly things so decided to notch up my bland life with a new experience on hand. I've always loved kids and wanted to have many of my own one days.

I haven't met my Godly mate yet. Or maybe I don't have one as I bring death and nobody wants that on their hand now. Each God has a mate they can be with but unlike wolves, we don't have to be in love with them and definitely mate with them or reject them instead we meet them and if we think we can hit it off we do, if not then we can simply let them go and mate with someone else. We don't take it seriously tbh(to be honest).

But humans are forbidden to fall in love with and so are opposite nature Gods. I can't fall in love with God of life because that would mean that I'd let my emotions overrule my responsibility.

But because the God of life has been missing as rumors have stated, I don't have to worry about it. The higher ups would know the story, for now, the substitute takes care, probably that is why my job is so easier and trouble free. I can take whichever soul without have to put up with a fight of letting innocent ones go.

I sigh loudly as I stop in front of the large house in a posh area. The house is white with a really pretty garden type place in front of the walls surrounding the house. I park my car along the curb and get out.

Checking my reflection once through the window reflection, I realize I've dressed way too fancy for a babysitter job.

I take off the black shimmery coat that I had worn because it looked fashionable with my peep toe glossy kitten heels with fallen angel wings on the back of the heel. But decide against it as the cool air hits me on my exposed shoulders and neckline. Wearing a bralette was definitely not a good choice. Thank God my pants were high-waisted. I wear my coat again and ring the bell.

I ring the bell again when the door doesn't open immediately, I can run short on patience sometimes. I decide to turn and leave when the door opens.

I feel the green eyes stare at me as I stand there unable to form a greeting. I've never communicated with humans especially the ones I want to take the soul of. I always communicate with souls.

He smiles, a charming, full of evil kind of smile. I should shiver at such a welcome but if anything I feel more intrigued by him.

"Hello." He nods at me, inviting me in.

I scurry past him, feeling the warmth radiating off his toned body as I pass him. I pull the jacket closer to my body, trying to stop the warmth from seeping into my bones. I don't want to get used to something I can't have forever.

He walks past me and I follow him into the lounge. He motions me to sit on the leather relaxer spread throughout the room facing the big screen, complimenting the dark theme of the room. I like this place already, it's comfortable and feels like home. I was so busy getting a good look at the place that I forgot his presence but for a minute only and my eyes land on him which seem to be staring at me or through me. It's difficult to place my finger on whether he is studying me or thinking something but to grab his attention I do the most human thing.

"Ahmm." I cough dryly, raising my eyebrow as his eyes relax and the smile widens on his chiseled face as a dimple appears and his green orbs shine when sunlight hits them. He was beautiful, to say the least, soul to the body.

"We meet again, Miss....?" He left the question hanging.

I panicked for a minute, not sure which name to tell him.

"Anastasia," I replied with a sheepish smile. I felt my insides churn at the lovesick sight my face was probably portraying and mentally slapped my subconscious into place.

"Suits you. Should we continue where we left off that day?" He asks with a bad boy grin etched into his adorable face. 

"I'm sorry, I have no idea what you are talking about." I lie to his face. Deciding to put on the ms goody two shoes act up, I look at him with curious eyes.

He stares at me for a minute or two, carefully selecting his words,maybe.

"I must've mistaken you, you just look oddly familiar to someone I've met." 

A small girl enters wearing a pale pink dress and a sweet smile. I instantly fall in love with her.

"Anastasia, this is Sarah. Sarah, this is Anastasia, she will be taking place of Aline to take care of you." He states in a matter of fact tone.

I wave at Sarah on my introduction with a big smile motioning her to come sit next to me. She obediently complies.

"I'll be in my office for a while, I'll join you guys on lunch. You can order whatever you like for lunch." He smiles and pats Sarah's head, leaving  the room without even looking at me.

For a second, I feel hurt at his sudden cold behavior towards me. But I let it slide and turn my attention towards the little girl and gasp as something hits me.
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Hello readers,
I took too long to write this but I hope you enjoy.
I don't have much to say but there is something I read today and I want everyone to know that you can take your time to grow up and you don't have to let anyone tell you what you should be and what you should achieve at which age. Don't let others force their timelines on you, create your own at your own pace. ❤️
Love from Pakistan.