The Keeper of the End

III.

The hill started shaking again and another paw appeared.

This fucking beauty is actually taking his time waking up. What a cutie. I scratched some part of his head and his ear appeared.

"Come on buddy. Wake up."

He whined then purred. Then he wags his tail. He slowly perked up his head from the hole he dug and then I was met by his beautiful gray eyes.

"There you go. Aren't you going to greet me a happy birthday?" I joked, not expecting an answer when he suddenly licked me.

And let me tell you, when a giant wolf licks you, you are going to be wet, from head to toe.

"Aw men. What the fuck is your problem. Told you before that no fucking licking." I ranted going straight to my cabin. Good thing I have spare clothes.

After changing clothes, Woods is pretty much awake now. But he's still laying on his hole.

I've met Woods the second time I entered the forest. I was around 8 years old at that time.

Yeah, so much for being the good and obedient daughter.

Anyways, I thought he was a hill. Ok I know that sounds pretty dumb but he was that big. And the fact that moss and trees started to grow from his back didn't help.

So yeah, I pretty much climbed him, thinking I could build my damn cabin at the top of the hill then he started shaking. Scaring the shit out of me.

And no, he isn't a werewolf. I also thought he was one but its been eleven years and i've never seen him shift. Plus, he was way bigger for a normal were.

It's impossible.

After playing around with Woods for a little while, I returned home. And now that I think of it;

Today was pretty fun.

I've gotten lots of gifts from mother, father and Kaleb, and then there's the gift from the anonymous person which always gives me a present since my ninth birthday.

I get free cake from Kaleb. And I got to visit Woods, which I haven't seen for like 2 long weeks.

Yep. Today is the best day of my life.

Now, all I need to do is survive the night.

-

"Happy birthday, Samara! Nineteen? Really? I never thought you'll make it this far!"

I ignored Janus as he greeted me in the middle of cafeteria. Lemme tell you this, this asshole is going to get it sooner than later so someone please restrain me.

"You're one day delayed, Janus. But thanks." I retorted.

"Come on! Don't be so stingy. And it's Prince Janus to you, Samara." Ok. That's it. I'm gonna blow the fuse up.

I started to walk towards him. And him, not expecting what i'm doing just stood there like the fucking idiot that he is.

Then I hugged him.

Yay.

Surprise motherfucker.

"Thank you for the greetings Prince Janus. I've never thought you'll be so thoughtful." I said loudly for everyone to hear. 

I heard different responses from the people, but mostly were gasps. They never thought I would go this far, and I'm proud.

Oh I know i'll be in trouble for doing this, but hey, it'll be worth it.

I hope.

I just hugged the seventh prince of the northern wind tribe. I can hear the sky thundering its anger to me. Oh no.

Now I have two royalties after my head.

I let him go after a minute of so. And boy, seeing his pale face actually made my day.

It is worth it after all.

"See you in class, Prince Janus." I said. I even curtsied to him.

Hah! Jokes on you shithole.

Now all I need to do is to wait; wait for the consequences of my action to him. And to me.

Few minutes after the class ended, two royal guards started to march towards my seat.

Ahh. There goes my escorts.

"WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?" the deafening voice of Mr. Schaint, which is the head master of the school, shocked me.

Woah dude. Is that your special ability or what?

"Uhm nothing? I just expressed my gratitude for his greetings! Isn't he sweet for greeting me a happy birthday? Even if it's late?" I smiled sweetly.

"Sama-Ms. Karcass, I know you feel ecstatic about the prince greeting you, but didn't we make this clear that you are in no position to interact, physically or any kind with any of the students to prevent unnecessary problems?"

I let the tears I started to make when he started scolding me to roll down my face.

I sniffed. Looking down.

"I'm sorry, it's just that I have no friends and I really appreciate it." I answered.

"Samara," he sighed "i'm gonna clear this up for you. For the last time. But don't do it again. Ok?"

I smirked, but then I immediately wiped it off when I lift my head to meet his gaze.

"Ok sir."

He gestured for me to leave. But before I could step out of his godforsaken office, I heared him.

"Happy 19th birthday, dear."

I made my way out of the campus towards our house. What a drag that I have to use that technique to get him off my back, but it needs to be done.

I know he will let me go; after all, I have a soft spot on him.

Or not.

-

"Are you fucking kidding me? What the fuckity fuck is this order I received that I will be moved to the section of SC A-C? I am not cut out for that place!"

I barged into Mr. Schaint's office like a mad bull the next day.

"Language, young lady." was all he said after all the screaming I did.

"Listen old man, you cannot let me go in that fucking hell hole. They're monsters! I am nothing. A mundane for fucks sake!"

My words fell into no ones ear.

I guessed it's not worth it after all.

I'll just kill Janus for this. He's the real cursed one here not me.

"I cannot undo this dear, it's direct orders from the higher ups. They just gave me the notice this morning. I can't disobey this time."

I teared up. And this time, for damn real.

"...Uncle." I said, pleading.

He just gave me a sad smile.

"I am so sorry dear Samara. But you have to go. I'll handle all the transfer papers. I'll even notify your mother so don't worry about it, ok?"

Oh uncle, you have no damn idea why the hell am I freaking out.