Behold, The One {Book 1 Of The Behold Series}

~Chapter 20~ Arrival in the Jewel Empire

Recently On Behold, The One:
Through the letter, Eric reveals that the duel that he had between Alexander and himself was just a test of love. It shocked Celestine and Alexander, making them annoyed that their relationship was actually tested. They decide to stay over at the Floral Tribe for that last night before making their way to their last quest stop, The Jewel Empire. That night, Celestine and Alexander had some sort of date.

Chapter 19's Ending:
It was like a date, but something not so official.
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   Celestine stirred, slowly sitting up as she got off the bed. To her surprise, she saw Alexander sleeping right next to him. And she was not in her room. She was in Alexander's room... What in the world happened last night? At that very moment, the memories from yesterday rushed into her mind.

                       Flashback:
   "So, what made you go into battle with Eric?" I asked, curious.

   "Uhm..." He muttered, blushing.

   "You loved me! Starting when?"

   "W-When I saw the way your eyes sparkled while handling t-those Tree Giants." Alexander stuttered, blushing deeper into a shade of crimson red.

   "Really? I liked you the moment we met." I teased, laughing slightly.

   We sat there, staring at each other blankly before laughing again. Once we had finished dinner, we left the bowls and cutlery on the table and headed to our own rooms. I was feeling really tired after the dramatic day, perhaps it had to do with my injury. I was stabbed, after all.

   A panicked call from Alexander and my legs under me giving way was all I could remember before blacking out.
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   Good, nothing... inappropriate happened... Celestine thought as she heaved a sigh of relief.

   She was still in her regular t-shirt and jeans, since she did not change last night. Figuring that her clothes were still in her own room, she teleported there.

   Thank god nobody noticed that I wasn't here... She fretted as she took a shower in the bathroom.

   The cold water ran, touching her warm, soft skin. Her silky hair flowed behind her shoulders as she soaped herself. She dried herself with a towel, changing into her set of combat gear. The Jewel Empire are on good terms with the Sky Tribe, perhaps this could help Alexander? She thought, putting on her best look.

   She tied her hair up into a high ponytail, wearing some lightweight covered shoes as she did so. Alas, teleported her things back to her room in the Sky Tribe and made her way to the Dining Hall.

   Upon reaching the Dining Hall, she saw the other three eating a hearty, buffet breakfast. Acknowledging her presence, the trio greeted her Good Morning.

   "Morning." Celestine swiftly replied as she went to get an egg mayo sandwhich before sitting next to Oceana.

   "Where's Alexander?" She asked Oceana softly, whispering.

   Giggling softly, she pointed at the enterance of the Dining Hall where Alexander was standing.

   "I knew that you slept him with last night..." Oceana whispered into Celestine's ear, making her turn redder than a ripe tomato.

   "It's not what you think!" She exclaimed frantically, waving her hands no in a frenzy.

   The four laughed hysterically as Alexander joined them with a few slices of chicken barbeque pizza.

   "We know what exactly happened, nothing... dirty. Don't fret over that." Gaia teased, smirking a little.

   Celestine glanced over at Alexander, whose facial expression was unreadable. What in the world did he tell them? She pondered as she finished her sandwhich and glass of milk forcefully. She had lost her appetite... Celestine waited for the others to finish before standing up and pushing her chair in.

   Just then, Eric came into the room. He wished the five a safe journey ahead and told them that their pegaside were ready. Well, all of their pregaside except Celestine who didn't have a pegasus, unicorn nor horse.

   The five walked out of the tribe, getting onto their pegaside. Celestine summoned her wings, getting ready to fly off along with the others.

   "Farewell my friend." Celestine bid farewell as the five flew to the Jewel Empire.

   Calculating their speed, it should take about a simple three hours to reach the Jewel Empire, much to Alexander's relief. The sooner I get this done, the sooner I get to enjoy life. He thought as he continued to fly on Flare. It neighed in agreement, flapping its wings even faster.

   Ahead of them, they saw something approaching. Celestine whistled, putting the pegaside and gang to a stop on the spot. She flew forward, trying to find out what it was.

   When she did find out, she gave he others a signal to fly in the other direction. What in the world were those things? Electra thought in disgust as she led the trio in the opposite direction.

   Out of the blue, a strong gust of wind blew. It was so strong, the four almost fell off their flying horses. They looked from a far, the black coloured silhouettes had disappeared. Replacing it was white, they all flew to the skies peacefully like they had always been that friendly. Celestine looked completely unaffeced, much to the four's surpise.

   "OKAY, NOW YOU CAN FLY TOWARDS ME!" Celestine shouted, gesturing that the four went back to their mission.

   "What was that just now?" Gaia asked worriedly as they approached Celestine.

   "As we speed fly, I'll explain everything." Celestine assured, flyig quickly.

   True to her word, she explained everything that had happened.

   "So they were fallen angels, like your mom?" Oceana asked, confirming what she had heard.

   Celestine nodded firmly as she stopped abruptly. Confused, the four stopped as well. She pointed down, signalling that they had reached the Jewel Empire.

   The five landed before the gates of the Jewel Empire. They bowwd before the soilders guarding the gates as they explained their purpose of visiting.

   "So you are from the Elemental Kingdom and Sky Tribe?" The first guard questioned.

   "Yes, yes we are. I am Prince Alexander and they are my friends. Miss Stardust and Miss Matthews are also the leaders of the Sky Tribe." Alexander announced calmly.

   The guards opened the gates, allowing the five in. The five kept that solemn look on their face although deep down, they were relieved that they had finally made it.

   "Your visit has been granted."