The Blood of Fate ✧ min yoongi ✓

𝐅 𝐎 𝐔 𝐑 𝐓 𝐄 𝐄 𝐍

CHAPTER 14 | TILL DEATH DO US PART

"She fell in love with a beast because she believed that it takes a monster to love another monster in order to feel human. Sharp bites are loving hickeys and claw marks is a sign of pleasure."
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AXEL LAZARUS

I had a strong grasp on a dagger with my right hand. It was a unique dagger that was covered in wisteria poison. I recently learned that one of our city's "widows" is connected to a werewolf and has a family they raised together. It is against the law to have relationships with monsters like vampires and wolves, and violators will suffer the loss of their children as well as, of course, the extinction of all non-human life. Children with mixed bloodlines are also not permitted to live. Fortunately for all of us, the "hound" is outside in shackles and about to witness his own family fall to the ground.

The two hunters assisted in opening the gates in front of me. I entered the village, where they were all being held hostage for the time being, after leaving the castle grounds.

One of the hunters accompanied me as I walked, "Who could possibly fall in love for a werewolf? That, in my opinion, is treason against humanity! Utterly repulsive."

I gave the hunter a quick glance and put my hand on his shoulder "It is true that such behavior betrays humanity," I gave him a harsh smile and replied, "And that is why, they are and will be punished for their misdeeds. I'm glad to hear that your heart is in the right place, brother."

He smiles back with the same satisfaction and confidence. "Forever, my King. For Hearth and Home, I pledge my unwavering allegiance to you with my heart and blood."

"For Hearth and Home." As he stood back up and watched me cross the stone bridge leading to the execution site, I responded back and walked past him.

As soon as I entered the area surrounding the wooden stage, everyone turned to face me, bowed, and moved to the side to make place for me to pass. The floors underneath me made a few creaking noises as I climbed the stairs. The "widow" turns her head toward me while holding two kids in her arms. Along with the two infants who sobbed with her, tears flowed down her face.

"They're my children, so please don't kill them for the sins I've committed!" she begs as she observes me approaching her. "You must comprehend!"

I replied, "Oh, I do understand, but you know the code."

I raised my arms to the heavens and turned to face everyone who had gathered to witness "Those who are strong, those who are guarded, those who hunt! As you can see, this is a prohibited act and a corruption example! Love is a very effective tool, but one must understand how to utilize it. Be obstinate and fixated," I swivel to face the werewolf. "Strong. Not weak," he growls out while trembling.

"You must not harm them," He snarls. "If you do, I'll fucking kill you!" he yells.

I asked the wolf, "What's your name, wolf boy?" as I approached him while stooping to his eye level. His piercing hazel eyes, which are blended with vivid green, stare up at me. He seemed hesitant and obstinate, which will make things a little challenging. I extended my hand and struck him across the cheek "Answer me, hound! That's a command," I prompted.

He snarls, "You're not my King, so go fuck yourself!"

"Zillah, simply follow his instructions! If not, he'll have you killed!"

"Zillah is your name, then," I said as I turned to face the woman and then her lover. "What an original name, appropriate for a beast." He remains silent but keeps turning to face his family. "Ladies and gentlemen, the time has come for the sinners to atone for their sins!" I stood back up and strode toward the crowd.