Forgotten Twin

Time Coming

        Liv
       
        I had spend hours and hours. Scamming through Sages journal. Reading unspeaking things she has done. Stuff that she went through that made me rethink what kind of person she was. I can't unknown these things now. And I thought for one moment. Maybe even more. Maybe she had a reason to be doing what she is. And then my mind snap back in to it. Knowing the utter truth behind her grace. To her, their reasons and must be done. To achieve the highest of what you want. She went to all impediment to get it. To create this personality of herself.
       
        Whatever she had to do. She did it for herself. She looked out for herself. She wanted to be this kind of person all her life. And she made sure she hold up to that image. And this forsake act. Its just another page in her story. And soon her's will end. Thanks to me.
       
        With little to no time. I worked on Sage's potion. Reading her spell through. There was a trick way to working with black magic. And with it mix with darkness. It was hard. It wasn't like any other. She was in deep. And she added some of her own twist to it. But even with the cheat, cheat page I got from her book. It help me very little. Mixing things in my bowl. Testing out small portion. I can not test it all at once. It will start it up and even without the chant filling spoken proper. I can't take a chance.
       
        I read through the items. Testing strains. Using reverse herbs and spices to combine the concoction. Once I knew it match. I lit a match up. Setting it in the bowl with the most important items. Depending on the smoke. It will tell me if its casting in such sorcery. Took no more then a second or two for the smoke to pop up. Hitting a red, black mist of a smoke in the air. The smell behind it will make you gag. I blew it out. Smiling inside and frowning at what I found.
       
        "She gonna awaken it." My mind draft as I knew I have all that I need. Knowing I can call the council and tell them. Showing them my proof. And they can confirm it themself. Checking her office and finding her hidden space. Their do what is right and Sage will be no more. Their know how to get rid of the thing. And this community will be free and at peace from her.
       
        I took a prefect jog through the woods today. I needed to clear my mind and be in the most sanction place. Being away from the coven grounds and feeling the wind chase me as I ran. My hair bounce in the wind, and I ran faster until I feel like I am floating. Just made things so much better. Times like this I miss my pack. I miss that cranky wolf mate of mine.
       
        So I called him up. Feeling so in confusion if I should actually report this. "I know I should. But maybe its too much."
       
        "Whats too much baby?" His sweet voice tingers through my core.
       
        "All of this. Maybe I have been chasing this anger I have for her. Maybe its not worth it." I sigh not sure how I feel. "Maybe I should just stop. I know the truth. Theres no doubt she cares for the coven. What if I'm hurting the community?"
       
        "You would be saving them baby. That kind of evil doesn't belong there. You knew that once you step foot there." He remind me.
       
        My mind just swells with things. All the pros and cons. "I don't know anymore. I worked hard to be here. And now that I am. I don't know." I said.
       
        "Little witch. Whats bothering you?" A lot truthly. I'm tired of this. It took so much out of me.
       
        "I should just tell Sage to erase me from everyones memory. I know she would. And then I can just go home. Be with you and let this life behind me for good." I picked at my skin. Itching of unsureness.
       
        "Little witch. Elizabeth my queen. I would love nothing more than to have you laying in our bed naked and pregnant again and again." I softly chuckle as a image of me pregnant pops up. "But we both know the real truth."
       
        "Thats i'm a coward."
       
        "No baby. Your are far from that. You care way too much. And thats a good thing." I hum a sure okay. " I know you're tired. And feel like just giving up. But if you leave now and return home. You'll regret it. You have spend years thinking about this. Even before returning there you knew. And without fulfilling it. It will eat you inside. God forbid it gives you worst nightmare because of it. So you know what to do. Whatever it is. Just come home safe and naked in bed with me." He said.
       
        Encouraging me to do what I feel is right. Mr. Prefect word is always god d*** right. F***ing annoying a** mutt. The more we talk. I made up my mind on what to do.
       
        I took a walk through the community. Needing to find someone to talk about this. Someone I know, knows and will understand where I'm coming from. And I found that person out watching people train.
       
        "Father? May we speak alone? Its very important." I asked. Fathers smiled and nod. Yet his eyes widen with curiosity.
       
        And we walk to a empty room somewhere in the house. It was far from most places and no one would find us here. It was a good spot to tell him the truth. Get his take on it. I know what he has to retreat, will be pure honesty. Lately I have see the strain between him and Sage.I have try asking more details on Sage from him. But he is very vague. I get why, and not. He tells me to bot worry about her. But I only worry more.
       
        "What is my wise witch?" He asked so tenderly.
       
        "Its about mother. And her ways here." His eyes weren't shock. His mind open.
       
        So with that. I told him. Everything that happen. How I was afraid of coming back because of her. How my cruel life lead me to believe this place can never have a happy, warm feeling to it. At least to me it couldn't. But with my return. I sense something odd about mother. Her hateful words and act did not faze me. But her energy did. And then again with my return I got closer to that energy. That mother was not the women who gave birth to his daughters. She was not the women that he claims to love.
       
        I spoke about her dark pet that love to linger on to her like a tick. That I can see the dark mist around her. Pretending its her shadow when it is not. How even when she had done awful things in the past. She had lead to this new trail of evil. Something uncanny. Something that has to be dealt with. And when my small encounter with it. I found a way. That I know it has a weakness. That I may not know exactly what that weakness is. And mother is way too far in to detach. I may know how to stop her or it.
       
        Founding her lair. Everything. She hidden and lied about. Explaining my plan to do about it. And that no matter what anyone says. Something had to be done. And I know some people may hate me. Even him. But deep inside. It feel like I have to do it. For the coven, our family, and the peace. If anyone was gonna turn in Sage, it had to be me.
       
        "I'm sorry if I had to do this to you of all people. I just thought maybe you should know." I said. Feeling like I may be letting him down in a way.
       
        Father kept a straight face as I explain it all to him. Little jaw clench and ticks here and there. Gasp at her past. Telling me he did not know about any of this. At least nothing that lead up until now.
       
        "I understand. I have been in suspicion as well." He said so easily.
       
        My eyes sharp in shock. "You knew? You knew how bad it was and didn't say nor do anything?" Shaking my head.
       
        "I have spoken with her. At first I thought nothing. But now I do think we need to do something about it. I just didn't want put anyone at risk." Stepping towards me. "All I wanted was to protect you."
       
        Father twirl a piece of my hair. Seeing the sadness in his eyes. "She your mate. Would you betray her?"
       
        He let a small smile before speaking. "If I have to. Yes. Because your right. She is not the same person as we thought she is. She has been slowly drafting away from us all. And it has to end."
       
        "I'm sorry for this." I said. Father took me in his arms. Holding me tight.
       
        "As am I baby. As am I." We took a moment. Knowing what this meant. Father told me how much he loves me. Our family and coven. How brave and proud he is of me.
       
        Then my phone rang. Wiping my tears. I get out of father embrace. "I'm sorry. I have to answer this. I'll be back."
       
        "Tell him Hi." He nods and leans to kiss my head. While he whispers a, "I love you." And rush out the door.
       
        Answering the phone. I take a deep breath. "Hey baby? Is everything okay?" I asked.
       
        "As it can be little witch." Travis said with a small chuckle.
       
        "And you? Have you made up your mind?" I turn to look behind me. Thinking about the talk I just had with father.
       
        "Yes."
        "And?"
        "I already contacted the council. Their be here as soon as possible." I said slowly. As if the world slowed down when I said it out loud.
       
        "Thats good baby. Are you gonna wait for them? Or shall I expect you home in a few hours?" He asked.
 
  I know what he expected. What the real answer should be. But we both know I have maybe another day here. I don't what to expect once the council arrive.   Will they hold a trail? When will it be place? Or will everything happen as soon as they arrival and all of this can be over with today? I just don't know.
       
        "I will hand over everything to them when arrival. Speak my words. And then be on my way. As long as she taken care of the right way. I don't care what happens."
       
        "Such elegant's my queen. A crown is fit for such a women." He said. I rolled my eyes. I still think there could of been another way. I just didn't have time to find it. "Have you told anyone yet?"
       
        "Yeah. I just spoken to my father. He seems hurt but he had the same idea as I did."
       
        "Great minds think a like. At least you weren't the only one concern about her." He said. And it was true. I don't know if it help or not. Yet having father on my side will be swell once the council ask questions.
       
        We spoke for a bit. Knowing he is getting ready to set for war. I was scared for him. And he was for me. Worry something may go wrong at the last minute.
       
        "I'll be home soon. Thats my goal baby. I promise." I said with a smirk I know he knew.
       
        "Same for us. I'll even have Mason call you for a check in. I don't want you to be too worry." I can hear it. Wishing I hold his hands right now.
       
        "You don't have to." I said. Knowing I'll be busy either way. I rather them all focus out there and not my well being. I can wait until afterwards.
       
        "Its not just for you. We need updates too. As soon as you are done. Pack your stuff. Get in the car. Relax in a warm bath and order a tea. We want nothing more than to be welcome back to our beautiful little witch." My inside bubble up. Wanting nothing more than that.
       
        "Fine. I just want details when your home. And at least a week off for just us to spent alone together." I chuckle near the end.
       
        "Deal." He said quickly.
       
        Saying our goodbyes. I gold my phone to my chest. Taking in many breathes. Once I feel like I can move my feet again. I headed back to father.
        .
        .
        Sage
       
        Time has set sail. And the day was coming. Until my little friend came rushing back to me after a walk out. Swirling around me as I meditated myself.
       
        "Its time. She talks. Caden. Caden." My eyes widen at what it whispers. Telling me Caden was being trick by Elizabeth. That she spoken vile words to him.
       
        "Lead me to them." Trailing off from shadows to shadows.
 
  Leading me to where they are. Speaking of me. All my past. Everything I have down to be here. It all erupted. The heart ache and horror I feel. Knowing everything was spiraling out before my mate. Things I didn't want him to know. Now he does. He said nothing but sweet words to her. Confirming that they contacted the council on me. They both join alliance. My sweet, loving mate had stab me in the back. And it hurts all over. Numbing my body.
       
        "They ruin. They ruin. End! End! End!" The darkness said.
       
        I closed my eyes and thought to myself. Coming up with a plan. Knowing we have no time for anything anymore. That everything has to be turn over to OUR WAY. We hid until Liv's phone rang. Removing her from our mates attention.
       
        We sneak in. Seeing if he would do as he says or not. "Hello Caden dear." I whispered as he turn with full shock in his eyes.
       
        "Sage? I thought you were busy." He said holding his breath.
       
        I crack my neck. Stepping towards him. "I was until I got this feeling that was off putting. I had to get some air."
       
        "Well um. Shall we have lunch outdoors. It been awhile." He said. He was nervous and it anger me. He was just trying to waste my time.
       
        "What are you doing Caden. I thought we talked about this. I thought you said you love me?" Watching his eyes tell me hidden marks.
       
        "I do. I'm just concern my love. Thats what we spoke about." He said taking my hand.
       
        "No. You lied. You let her talked you in to this thing." Raising my voice.
       
        "Sage no. If you just stop. We don't have to do it. We can go back to.." I raise my hand up.
       
        "Stop it!" I yelled. "I heard it all. So just stop it."
       
        Caden finally let out his breath. Running his hands up my arms. No tinger in the works. "I love you Sage. I just want you back."
       
        I laugh and he stares at me. Asking whats wrong.
       
        "Nothing is wrong. Besides her. And you just don't see it. But I will make you see it." I said.
       
        "No Sage." Looking into my eyes. He knew what I meant. I had already spoken about this. And now it is time. "I won't let you. She your daughter. We fought for family. Just fight god d***."
       
        I pull my face away as he tries to graze me.
       
        "Baby please. Please don't do this. I can't lose anyone anymore. Not you and not her." His words speak to me. But he doesn't know the one big secret. The one she didn't tell him.
       
        "Caden my dear. I have no choice. Its fate that she needs to die. If only I let her die the first time." I said.
       
        Caden look at me with love. So gentle. "She didn't die baby. I know it feels like that. But she alive and thriving. She good and strong just like you. Why can't you see that?"
       
        My eyes roll up with a michvious look. "Thats not what I speak of. She had dies before then." 
       
        He looked at me with questions eyes, lips, and remarks. I step away and tell him the real truth. The biggest mistake that I have ever done.
       
        Flashback
       
           "And push Sage push!!" I do as the doctor tell me to. I grab the sheets of the bed I sit in as this was stronger then the last time. But I keep pulling through it. Just do as the doctor says and push.
       
        The pain grew and the room silent. After a few push's go by. Nurses rushing to clean the blood that pour out. I can smell it dripping down to the floor. I try ignoring it and focus on delivering my second daughter.
       
        But then as the doctor told me to relax. Everyone walk away. Me out of breath and as I come to. I see the doctors and nurses at work. They all sounded the child, muttering to themselves.
       
        "What is it? Why is she not crying?" I asked in panting breath.
       
        As the doctor and nurse whispers I asked again. "Someone answer me! Give me my daughter! Now!" I yelled.
       
        All the nurses left the room and the doctor wrap baby Elizabeth up in a pink blanket. Walking slowing to me. I sat up cheery as can be. But the doctor face was strand. The doctor came to my side. Calmness in her voice. Gaving me, my sweet baby girl to hold for the first time. But something was wrong.
       
        "I am sorry Sage. She did not make it." I stare at my baby. As she lay still in my arms. Her skin flush and cold to the touch. I gaze her face and my tears drop to her nude body.
       
        "Buut, wha. Whha. Doctor? What happen? What did I do? Did I hurt her?" I asked. Worry I did something wrong.
       
        The doctor sat down on a stool. Gaving me sympathetic eyes. "No Sage. You did everything right. Stuff like this just happen." She said.
       
        My lips quivering in pain. And cried for my lost. Never having to see my daughters grow up together. As the thought came to my head. I imagine how painful this would be for my dear Caden. My sweet Caden.
       
        "We can give you time. And then when you are ready. We will put her to rest. She will live with the ancestor sooner then expected." The doctors words. But they did not come through but the sound of her echos.
       
        Staring at my baby. I hold her hands. Waiting for her to squeeze mine back. But she didn't. The pain wash over and I knew I have a better plan then putting her to rest.
       
        "Leave! Do not return or say a word to anyone." I said.
       
        "Sage. I'm sorry but we do.." Cutting her off. I hold her up against wall. As I stay a seated.
       
        My hand twist as I take her air. I look deep in her eyes. And reworking her thoughts. Making her believe its all okay.
       
        "Now go." Letting her down. She walks out. As if this never happen.
       
        I lay my child on my lap. Head between my knees. And unwrap before me. I brought some items from home. Rearranging the candles. I chanted for my ancestors. Needing their help.
       
        "Please don't take her. Don't do this for me. Caden needs her." I plead.
       
        The ancestors speaks of unspoken ways. But after a few mintues we made a deal. Something that has never been done. I didn't care. I just wanted my daughter.
       
        "The child has not cross. She is still bonded to the world. To you." They say.
       
        "I'll do anything. Just bring her back to me." I cried. Looking at her. Hoping I see her chest move a flinch.
       
        "You must protect the girl. Protect her Sage."
       
        "Of course. She is my child. I'll always protect and love her." I said. As any mother would.
       
        "No." My brows frown at their no. "Protect the child from all harms way. No such thing should come to her. If so. The child will be death to come. Devil to arise from earth. Can not let this happen Sage. You protect and prevent all harm. The child."
       
        "As long as she lives. I will protect her. Please. Bring her back." I plead. Unable to wait anymore.
       
        "As you ask. The child will live. Or else." I nod.
       
        As I graze each part of her body. I let the ancestors work through me. Doing what they need to bring her alive again. Soon enough. Her lips part and she breathe her first breath. Her loud cry shock the room. And it sound like heaven.
       
        I pick her up to my arms. Never feeling this urge before. I kiss her head. Smelling her cozy scent. "Its okay now. Mama here. Mama will protect you."
       
        **
       
        "I had everyone believe it didn't happen. So when you asked. She was resting and breathing perfectly in my arms. And we live the life we had with our two girls."
       
        Caden grab me tight. And I wipe his pathetic tears away. "Baby. Don't you see how that thing is tricking you. The ancestors ask you to protect her. Not to kill her. You are going behind your words."
       
        I shake my head and step out his grip. "That was until we knew her truth fate. I made a big mistake. And plead for something that should not of been done. And now they ask me to do this. And I will do it."
       
        Caden stares at me with full shock and pleaded no. Asking me to not do this. To save our daughter. To save me and our family. "Our love Sage. Don't. I'll have to report you if you do so."
       
        I see he mean well and the truth. He loves too much. And I love my mate ever so. My one true love. Yet he was so weak. All because of her. Everything went wrong since she took breath. Now I need to make sure weakness is taken out for good.
       
        I step forward. And Caden held my arms. Holding me like the first time. "Caden. I love you. Always know that."
       
        "I will save you baby. I'm doing it for you. It is all I ever done." Looking in my mates eyes.  I wish things can be different.
       
        Kissing my mate so gently. I fight the urge to go deeper in lust for him. But theres no time. I whisper to my friend to take control. Swirling around Caden as I hold him tight.
       
        Breathing for air he gasp. "I love you Sage." Coughing up blood. He looks around seeing the mist. "Sage? Sage whats happening.?"
       
        "Don't worry baby. This will be better the next time around." I watch as the mist covers Cadens body.
       
        "Stop it! Stop it! Sage tell it to stop!" Fighting off the demon. He begs to get lose. But I say nothing as he trys to get out but the darkness was too strong. Only one vital left before its free.
       
        Coming around all you see is Caden head. "Sage. Ple. Ase. Dont. Pl." Losing air. Caden is face with a glimps of the darkness face. It wrapped all around his large body.
       
        Caden trys to speak. But no sound came out. I stood there just watching. And in second. He was consume by it. Taken all it life.  His body drops down once theres nothing left. Leaving marks and blood around him.
       
        "I'm sorry baby. It was the only way you would listen to me." I bend down. To kiss my mate for the very last time. Feeling every more numb from his lifeless aight before me.
       
        I could not feel any regret, any grief. Wanting to feel the aching, sorrow pain that. Came to losing their mate. I was to lost in my head. My friend kept me balance. Leaving me ever so numb. Our bond broke and I didn't fee it.
       
        "One more. One more." It hisses.
       
        Before I can do anything else. I hear footsteps coming near. "F***!" And the darkness hid me in the darkest corner. Awaiting for our guest to return.