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Skylar

Yesterday was surreal. I woke up from my sleep on the couch to a peacefully sleeping Dmitri in bed next to me. We slept for hours before waking up, with Dmitri leaving only briefly to get a change of clothing.

When he returned, we watched movies, ate, and went back to bed. No funny business, though I can't say I would have minded. Not that either of us had the energy. We both seemed to be catching up on months of sleep. This morning I woke up refreshed, and almost all the bruising on my body had faded. I looked the best, physically, that I've looked in a long time.

I hate to admit it, but I think Raina's theory regarding the release of energy was correct. The smile on her face, as well as Ally's, attest to the fact that she approved of this new medicine.

I was currently in my room with the ladies as Ally looked me over, taking notes as she went.

"Wow, Sky, these are looking great," she says, looking at the nearly faded bruise on my hip and stomach.

"You never saw the one on my hip, but literally two days ago, it was as black as the one you saw on my stomach. It's amazing," I laugh, the joy at feeling this great practically oozing out of me.

"So, you obviously tried what I suggested?" Raina says, prompting for a more direct admission.

I just nod, obviously not sufficient detail-wise, as she continues her line of questioning.

"We need to know, was it self-gratification, or was someone involved?" The smile playing on her lips tells me she knows the answer.

I blush, really hoping we don't remain on this topic for long.

"Dmitri is a good neighbor, really hands-on..." Ally chimes in, causing them both to burst out in laughter. I can't help but join in.

"Okay, okay, let me get dressed, and I'll meet you guys out there." I herd them out of my room and head to my closet, deciding on a loose flowery flowing dress and some flat shoes.

A short while later, I find Dmitri in the kitchen, where he hands me a fresh cup of coffee before we head outside to join Raina and Ally, who are sitting by the tables under the pine trees.

"It's lovely and quiet here, Sky. I can totally see the appeal." I look around, taking in the scenery Ally has just commented on. I suppose I tend to take this beauty for granted every now and then.

"Okay, so let's talk about what's happening here." Raina points an accusatory finger at Dmitri and me as we sit opposite them.

"The dynamic has changed since we last saw you guys together. For the better. I'm glad. You've also proved my theory correct about the pent-up energy being the cause of your bruising." I blush, looking briefly at Dmitri, who seems unfazed by Raina's words.

"I had someone look over the picture of the scroll you sent me, and they agree with your translation. At this point, I think it's safe to assume it relates to Sky and her curse. It is legit. The energy coming from Sky and the scroll are the same." Raina pauses, giving her words time to sink in before carrying on.

"The first part, 'cursed by love, hidden within, the power of all, the legends begin,' probably refers to your parent's request to curse you, but I'm not sure which legend it refers to. Each of the supernatural entities has its own legends, and none of ours speak to anything that is currently happening. We would have to request access to all the supernaturals' archives, which will take time. I have already submitted the request, so I'll let you know as soon as we have access."

"The second part, 'black or white, light or dark, fated mate, it starts with a spark,' who wants to take a stab at that one?" She asks sarcastically, looking up from her phone where she has been reading the translation from.

Dmitri and I look at each other. When I initially read the translation, I immediately thought of the tingles I feel every time we touch. And the inexplicable pull that seems to be between us, like we can't stay away from each other. And when we do, everything just seems to fall to pieces or go awry.

"We are all on the same page then," Raina says, drawing our attention back to her. "The two of you. We speculated in the beginning that you might be mates, but we can't be absolutely sure with the curse in place. It could be interfering with the signals. Also, mates are usually reserved for the supernatural's, not humans. This brings me to my next big statement. Maybe Sky isn't completely human." Silence follows her statement. I look at everyone around the table, no one was the least bit shocked.

"You're kidding, right?" I laugh nervously. When no one says anything, I realize they are serious.

"It's possible, Sky," Ally says softly, "you don't know what the curse is hiding." She gives me a reassuring smile.

"You've been suppressing and exuding some huge power, power that would have killed anyone else had they been in the same position. And remember what happened in Spain when you felt threatened. There's more to you than we know." Raina's words hang ominously in the air, making me feel uncomfortable. I get a feeling she might see me as a threat. People usually are threatened and fearful of the unknown. But it's me we are talking about. I can barely watch a movie with death in it, let alone harm anything myself.

"The crux of the matter is we need to eliminate the curse. Once it's gone, all will be revealed. So, carrying on to the next section, 'released by love, the act is done, bitten, everything before now is none.' This pretty much tells me that for the curse to be broken, you would have to get down and dirty, if you know what I mean. And if I'm not mistaken, Dmitri, this speaks directly to the binding process?" Raina looks to Dmitri for validation.

"Yes, it appears so," is all he says.

"What process? What happens?" I ask him, angling my body in his direction.

He is hesitating. I can see him trying to formulate an answer.

"You already know that the binding process is started through smell and touch. Each party scents the other, and sparks are felt when touching, triggering the beginning. From there, it's generally a quick process. Before they even fully get to know each other, it can be within hours, at most a couple of days, they...have intercourse. During this, just before each of them orgasms, they bite each other, usually on the neck."

"What, like a hickey?" I say, looking at everyone at the table. "I mean, that's not so bad, right?"

"Not like a hickey. More intense. The skin is pierced, each mate receiving a little of the other's blood. That completes the process. They become bound forever. A bond that can only be broken by death itself. When this happens, it forms a connection. Mates can sense each other, where they are, and how they feel. That kind of thing. If you were a wolf, we could talk to each other telepathically." He is eyeing me closely. I'm sure looking for a reaction.

I don't want to hurt him or his traditions and so I school my face, trying not to show any fear.

Being bound sounds super intense. This process and everything that happens afterward. It's hectic. Does that mean that all privacy vanishes? Like, what if we have a fight, and then I start ranting in my head? Will he hear all of that? Or what if I'm ogling his body or having dirty thoughts? Will he see those as well? Will he be able to see into the darkest part of my soul and know all my secrets? It also sounds like something that is truly a once-in-a-lifetime, soulmate kind of connection that appeals to me.

Raina and Ally must sense my internal battle as I see Ally nudging Raina.

"So, let's think on that for now, okay? There's no rush. As for how the hooded figure managed to get through my protection spell, I found traces of dark magic on the south side of your borders. Really dark magic. I haven't seen a trace like this in more years than I can even remember. I clearly underestimated his power. Other than the fact that practicing dark magic is illegal. it's so strong that I have alerted our Elders. This doesn't just pose a threat to you but to all of us. That kind of power shouldn't be wielded by anyone. You guys need to be careful. I have ancient power of my own, so I have reinforced the spell for now. He shouldn't get through again." I have never seen Raina as unsettled as she is now. She tries to hide it but grabs Ally's hand, almost unconsciously, to calm herself.

With that souring everyone's mood, they don't stay long before heading off, leaving me to my thoughts.

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