ON INFERNAL GROUND [ONE CHANCE FOR REDEMPTION BOOK 2]

Kabanata 8 - Oath

Kabanata 8

Oath

"Alalahanin mo lahat ng bilin ko, Amaury."

He looked at me, making sure that I was paying attention.

"Wear my necklace at all times. Keep Lyra close at all times. Do not leave or go anywhere without Lyra or Gabriel to accompany me. Immediately ask for help whenever I feel like I'm sick." I recited his words perfectly.

He patted my shoulder lightly, "You'll remember all your memories soon. I just want you to be ready. It will rush like a flood, so make sure that Lyra will always be next to you so she can purify and heal you at the same time. I trust her, and she's capable of keeping you at bay."

I nodded. A small nervous smile escaped my lips.

"Do you think I'll be alright? What if I had everything, my memories and all, and I still wanted to stay here in the temple? Would that be okay?"

Napalingin si Gabriel sakin. He wants to say something but chose not to. He just stood there waiting for me at the carriage. Lucas smiled a bit.

"You have no clue how many times you rejected the idea of staying here in the temple when you're still the old Amaury. And I wouldn't want you to stay if that happens because I know... That some warfreak alpha wolf would ruin our temple just to get you. The lone wolf that only you Amaury whom can tame it."

I look at Gabriel, "Do we have wolf at home? Like as a pet? But isn't it dangerous to keep wolves?"

I can see his eyes widening. He tried to suppress a laugh. He was grinning as he answered me.

"In our estate, no. In your fiance's mansion? Certainly. There's a big wolf with a silver fur. A dangerous... possessive and strong one. Well... he is handsome too... but not to my level." Gabriel winked.

"Why would you compare yourself to a wolf's appearance?"

I heard Lucas laughing, "Because your brother could be dumb sometimes. It's a good thing it isn't contagious. You're safe, Amaury."

"Lucas, do not give me a reason to punch you."

The two men keep on bickering. I watched them as I tried to calm myself. My whole body was shaking... I am scared for what about to happen. I am scared of the changes that may occur. And I am scared of what I will learn about myself.

Scared but excited at the same time.

This is the day that I will finally leave the temple for good. I will go back to my real life... as Amaury Clerebold. I don't have much luggage on me. Gabriel told me I didn't have to bring anything. All of my dresses and accessories were still on my wardrobe. They've never touched my things even after 4 years of my supposed death and fake burial. We might order new dresses anyway since it's been a while since I wore them. He thinks it won't fit anymore. So I just have a small case with me, a few ornaments, and a bit of night gowns, which is my favorite to wear inside it.

We are all ready to go. After putting Lyra's luggage on the carriage, we all said our goodbyes.

"You take care of yourself, Amaury. I'll try to visit often." Lucas softly whispered as he hugged me.

"Thank you, Lucas. See you around."

I knew it wasn't the last time we would be seeing each other, so we don't need dramatic goodbyes.

The way home now is familiar. It feels surreal. Even after arriving on the estate. Nagkatitigan kami ni Lyra as if thinking the same thing.

"I can't believe we guessed it right last time... this is really your family's estate." Mangha niyang sabi. Her raising up and down while a wide grin on her lips.