Pure Magic [Editing]

Prologue

Prologue

Off To War

"Where are you going?" 

Slipping into my emerald cloak, I spun around to face my questioner.

"To fight." 

Her face fell, hurt. For a second my heart melted and I wanted to stop. To forget about the war and stay here with her. Protect her.

"Why?"

I straightened myself out as I reminded myself: I have a duty. My fingers traced the heart shaped pendant hanging just above my collarbone.

"I was one of the people chosen," I explained softly.

"But-but..."

My step sister's gaze drops to the carpet as a few frustrated tears roll off her cheeks. I watch, biting my lip. She means so much to me. That's why I need to go. I want her to always be safe- to look forward to a secure future.

"I promise you I'll return safe and sound."

A smile slowly stretches through my lips. It was a reckless promise, I know, but as well as comforting my sister- it comforted me.

"I'll promise you'll be safe!" I added, shyly.

She was old enough to look after herself and her father. I'm sure she'll be fine without me by her side for a little while.

"Look after yourself!"

She sniffs and repeats her question.

"Why?"

I tug the hood of my cloak over my head and walk towards the front door. Slinging a backpack across my shoulder I reached for the door handle.

I turned back and flashed my usual calming grin at her,

"Because I know magic!"