A Descendant of Water

Chapter 05 - Betrayal

They followed their daily chores. After the encounter in the forest, Lin did not meet Caleb after that. One night Lin woke up with a gasp. She does not remember seeing any nightmare. She was breathing hard and sweat beads was pouring down her face. She looked around her room was empty. It was windy outside. She could see the trees are stretching a lot. She went back to bed. But she had the feeling that she is not alone. She ignored it and went back to sleep. Meanwhile Alex was up in his room, he was researching about the power he possess . He couldn't find any information on that. He had a book on world history which was given to him by his father before he left. Of course he had no interest in history but he read through to find any information about this tribe. And Bingo there is a full chapter about both the tribes. He understood that he is no ordinary man but he was disappointed to see that his tribe extinct in a battle. It is said that seal would not be found until the true successor returns. The successor is able to breathe under water and have the control over the water. Only he would be able to break the protection and retrieve the seal. It is said that the seal was last spot near the black lake. The lake is situated in an island off the main land. Maybe if I could go and see I can find some information about its exact location. Alex felt suspicious about Caleb. He knew his secret. He knew Alex was the successor. But that mean he must be from the Golden Dragon Tribe Alex put together the pieces of the puzzle. So he and I are both after the same thing,
"the battle just started Caleb. My father knew about me thats why he gave me this book when I left home. He wanted me to uncover the truth myself " Alex said to himself. "But why is he after Lin? Is she from my tribe as well?"

Next day ,the four friends gathered in Lins house.

"Hey Lin I suppose you are fully recovered" Rachel gave Lin a hug.

"Thanks for all the help" Lin returned her the hug.

After lunch Rachel and Nick took off. Alex waited a little longer. He told what he discovered to Lin.

"Wow thats a lot of power Alex, but why is he after me?"

"I dont know Lin but you must be careful. Dont go alone into that forest, call me anytime you need to go and ill come."

"But Alex you shouldn't go to that lake alone. Its too dangerous. Who knows what awaits for you there" Lin sounded concerned and she remembered the dream.

"Thanks Lin but this is my battle .I must face it alone". Alex assured.

"There is no law like that Alex. We are friends its what friends are for."

"But dont tell anyone about this Lin, not even Rachel coz we dont know where this Caleb guy comes from.he just appears when he wants. he could easily get to know all this."

Alex felt a strange pain in his heart when Lin mentioned that they are friends. He knew she is correct but he didn't want to risk her life for his. Meanwhile outside the door Rachel was listening to all this. She is bound to her duties, so she goes out to find Caleb. Caleb and Rachel had a meeting point in the forest closer to the lake where Lin goes to study.

"What are we going to do Caleb?"

Caleb was raging and taking heavy steps walking here and there.

"The mission will have to succeed Rachel . Alex must come alone to that island. Lin cannot be a barrier."

"What are we going to do?"

"You need to break their bond Rachel. I've got an idea. Hopefully it would work."

"What do you have in mind." Rachel moved close.

"Do what I say in due time Rachel." Rachel nodded her head in agreement and she left.

Next day , Alex was in the backyard of the university enjoying the view. He heard foot steps he turned around.

"Oh Rachel, its you hi."

"Hi Alex. What are you doing here?"

"Im just enjoying the view, what brings you here?"

"Alex I know Im not suppose to tell you this ,but I heard that you are a special person."

Alex got a shock.
"I heard that you could breathe underwater and if you master you could control the water, and you will not have to retrieve the golden seal before the other tribe finds it. But Alex its too dangerous for you to go atleast take someone with you"

Alex was looking at her with wide eyes. He couldn't believe what he was hearing. He was heart broken. He trusted Lin more than anyone and he considered her special but he couldn't believe she betrayed him. It could be a normal fact for an ordinary person. But he had a battle ahead of him so he needed to keep the secret safe.

"who told you all this?"

"It doesn't matter. But the facts are true right?"

Alex looked away he was raging like fire. He was too upset to even respond. Just then Caleb appeared in front.

"Hello Alex . Looking forward to meet you at black lake "and he disappeared.

Alex starred with wide eyes. He didn't say a word to Rachel. A blind rage took him over.
Alex got up and went in search of Lin.