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CHAPTER ONE

Chapter One

Silas and Music Block

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There are pros and cons to being born into the magical community, I have these amazing skills and power but the con is I'm half-human which cancels out the aspect of potential immortality. I'm what people call a "dirt fairy" because my father was human, I will only live a human life span which I don't have any issue with because who wants to live forever and watch their family or friends die of old age or other deadly diseases whilst most creatures stop ageing at 50. Don't get me wrong there is always a loophole in the immortality aspect of the divine and forsaken kind but you must want to die badly to stand up in front of the realms Elders and beg for it. Don't get me wrong there are ways for creatures to die without going to the Elders but that tends to be due to unforeseen circumstances like diseases, abilities or weapons used in war. We all have a weakness just like Superman is defenceless to kryptonite each creature of Aeston has something that weakens them enough to be killed or die.

The Aeston Elders are very powerful but they aren't in charge of running the whole of Aeston, the King of The Forsaken territory and the Queen of The Divine Territory are the most powerful beings and will always get the last say in anything that happens in Aeston. The kingdom is split into two sides, the divine creatures and forsaken creatures – In those territories, there are different towns or villages dedicated to one species. For us fairies, we have Gardenia which is hidden deep inside the White Forrest and is covered in wildflowers, all kinds of trees and animals. It's the most beautiful place I've seen but I chose to live in the human realm as dirt fairies are shunned. Plus in the human realm, there aren't any rules that ban us from being ourselves, unlike back home.

I'm Solar, that isn't my real name but I prefer to be called that as it links with my gift. I can create illusions of a starry night sky and the ever-growing galaxies, hence the nickname. There isn't much to say about me, other than I try to keep my fairy abilities hidden as I'd rather not have to explain I'm part fairy and part human.

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Punching in the code to my studio door and open it when the light turns green. I slip off my trainers and pad across the floor to the computer, switching it on as I fall into my desk chair. "Ugh! Hopefully, I can finish this track" I say to myself out loud. I log in to the computer and open the mixing program. A moment later, I find the right file and listen to what I have already created. I groan and bang my head on the desk – hating it so much. "Why can't I get this track right" I practically scream.

I've been trying to perfect this track for the last week and nothing seems to fit with the beautiful lyrics I have planned. My phone starts to ring and I groan again, swiping my finger along the answer button. "Hello," I say sounding truly fed up.
"Mhm... Yep, that's all I need to hear. We're going out tonight and you can't stop it" My best friend Silas says.
"You know I have to work on this album," Stating in a dead-serious tone, even if this one track is killing me to finish, I can't blow it off for a night out.
"Sol, you know you've had music block for the past week on this singular track... So I'm not taking no for an answer" he answers sternly causing me to frown knowing he's right and that I always give in to him.
"Fine but where are we going ?" I ask, only so I know how to dress because knowing Silas it will be some outrageous club.
Me and Silas have been friends since I moved to the human realm and he's the only one who knows about my true identity and his. He's an incubus.
He's a walking sex demon. Literally.
"Nightmare... it's that popular nightclub that allows any form of creatures inside as well as humans... it's become a big hit but rumour has it the owner is putting on a show tonight" he explains and I roll my eyes knowing full well he only wants to go to satisfy his cravings.
"Sounds great..."
"You know since you started this album you've become such a bore, my dear friend"
"Sil, I'm sorry I know I haven't been hanging out much... I'll make it up to you tonight" I smile, knowing full well what that means. Me and Silas have been fooling around for a while now, nothing serious just two friends having some fun to pass the time.
"I'm holding you to that, I'll pick you up from yours at 11, I love you bye," he says and hangs up the phone. I let out a little chuckle and attempt to finish off the track.

A few hours pass and I'm still no closer to finishing this goddamn track. I decide now is probably the best time to give up and head home to get ready for tonight. I save the somewhat process I've made and switch off my computer. I collect my things, shoving my feet back into my trainers and locking my studio door behind me. I swipe my card key in the lock of the doors and push it open as I work my way down the hall and into the first elevator that opens up, stepping inside and send Silas a quick text saying 'I'm on my way home and if he wants to come round earlier, he can. Flicking the button for the ground floor and watching the door slowly close and take me down, I scroll through my social media and see random articles about this new nightclub I'm going to later.
"Must be the new hot spot after all" I shrug to myself and smile when the doors open and I step out into the reception area. I scan my card again and walk through the barrier and out of the main door, I spot Silas's Motorbike parked in front of the doors but no Silas around with it. I unlock my phone and dial his number, It rings a few times before he finally picks up.
"Hello" He answers sounding rather breathless.
"Where are you? Your bike is here but no you" I ask and continue to look around, seriously confused. I walk over to the bike to make sure it is his and notice the Incubus clang sticker stuck to the front panel of the bike.
"Oh... Um... Yeah... " Silas mutters which makes me roll my eyes.
"Whom at the company I work for are you screwing now" I growl.
"... Cassi" He answered and my mouth hung open wide. Cassi. The only person at this company who hates my guts and does everything she can to ruin my songwriting career. She is one of the most famous pop stars out there but because she despises my kind because she's a Pixie and a part of the demonic kingdom, She does everything in her power to ruin me any chance she gets so she screwing with my best friend doesn't come as a huge shock.
"YOU'VE GOT TO BE KIDDING ME?" I shout through the phone and grip it tightly in my hands, "GET YOUR ASS OUT HERE RIGHT NOW SILAS OR I SWEAR TO GOD I'M DONE WITH YOUR BULLSHIT"
"I'm on my way" He sighs, I was about to apologise when I heard the line go dead. I stuff my phone back into my bag and sit on his bike waiting for him. I fasten the spare helmet around my head and watch as he walks out of my work building with an apologetic look plastered on his face.
"Sol... I'm so-" he says but I hold up my hand to cut him off.
"Just get on the bike and take me home" I speak and shuffle back so he can climb on. He turns his key in the ignition and secures his helmet around his head, kicking the stand with the back of his foot and driving away from the studio.

The ride to my house was awkward and quiet.
We didn't speak a word the whole ride there. We pull into my drive and park, Silas turns off the engine and unclips his helmet. I do the same and climb off of the back of the bike and look at him, sadness fills my eyes.
"I'm sorry" he spoke softly and I gave him a small smile.
"You should be, but I understand. What creature great and small doesn't want to bed her " I reply and give my head a small nod. We stand there looking at each other for a while before he takes my wrist into his hand and pulls me close to him, which makes me giggle cutely.
"You're still my Sol... The only real girl in my life" He mutters before pressing his lips softly against mine. I melt into his chest and hum softly at the kiss, moving my lips in time with his. He lets go of my wrist letting me wrap my arms around his neck, as my tongue glides over his bottom lip, seeking entrance into his mouth.

His lips part as our tongues dance together, his hands on my hips pulling me closer to him. Like I said earlier just two BEST FRIENDS having fun... Sort of. I'm going, to be honest between me and Silas we're in this very weird and strange place in our friendship, we both would like to become more hence the fooling and the kissing but we also don't want to ruin our friendship. So when he tells me about his new conquests it hurts and upsets me but there isn't anything I can do about it because we're just friends. I break the kiss rest my forehead against his and pout a little at him. "We can't keep doing this to ourselves" I state again for the billionth time.
"I know" He sighs and we pull away from each other, He sits back up on his bike and fastens his helmet around his head again. I step back and watch him start the engine of his bike again, revving it a little to show off.
"I'll be back at 11, I'll see ya soon beautiful" He comments before riding down my drive and turning in his direction. I watched him ride away before heading towards my door. I hope tonight will be better than I anticipate it to be.

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A/N

So I've been very reluctant to post this for a very long time... I have about 26 chapters of this book written up but never had the confidence to publish it because honestly who would want to read something I wrote? So if I'm being honest these first five chapters are kinda a trial run to see if anyone will read it and if people ask for more then I will publish a few more chapters. So please give it your honest opinion and tell me if you want to read more.

Love M x