NALINA ROMIREZ

I tried to move my fingers and to my surprised they actually obeyed me.

I turned on my back releasing a long groan in the process. My body wasn't in pain anymore but there was still a slight ache in my head. I lazily opened my eyes and scanned my surroundings. My eyes landed on Mykel who was sitting on the edge of my bed with worry written all over his face.

I slowly got up and held my arm out for him. He stood up and hopped right in bed beside me. He then pulled me into his arms and buried his face in the crook of my neck inhaling deeply. I closed my eyes trying to enjoy the moment as I held onto him tighter. I missed how his body felt against mine.

"Hate to interrupt but I would like to hold my sister too", I heard Avan's said as I turned and looked at him.

My heart almost burst from my chest when I saw that my room was crowded. Avan was standing beside my bed and so was my parents. My eyes also landed on Clyde who was standing in the corner with his arms crossed.

I pulled away from Mykel earning a groan from him. His arm was still around me as I straightened up and clutched the blanket tighter to my body.

"How are you feeling sweetheart?", my mom asked with sadness written all over face.

Everyone had been worried about me.

"I'm feeling ok. But, what happened?. All I can remember is pain and heat. My entire body was in pain and it felt like my energy was being drained little by little. It was really scary", I replied before resting my head against Mykel's chest.

"Your energy was being drained by a witch who was a part of Mykel's pack".

All our eyes fixated on Clyde who had just spoken. What did he mean by that?. He noticed my confusion because he pushed himself off the wall and made his way over to me.

"It's not my place to say. I'll be going back home for now. Keep her safe", was his only response as he looked at Mykel. He walked out a few seconds after leaving me in an oblivious state.

It wasn't his place to say?. Say what!.

"Lina, there's something I've never told you because I never thought it was possible", my mom began but nothing she was saying wasn't making sense. I needed closure I needed to know why I was considered special and why my energy of all people was being drained!.

"Thought what was possible?", I asked looking up at her. I glanced at Avan who was biting his lip uncontrollablly signaling that he was nervous. But why would he be nervous if he was just as oblivious as I was.

Or was he?.

"Avan, do you know what they're talking about?", I asked quietly hoping he would say no.

"Kind of but not fully. When I heard I was just a stunned as you are. I'm still trying to put two and two together but it's not working", he replied running a hand through his hair.

"Baby, I'll give you and your family some privacy. I think it's best if you guys talk alone. I'll be downstairs waiting".

Mykel kissed my cheek before sliding off the bed and leaving the room. It was just us now and I was eager to hear what they had to say. My mom took a seat beside me and rest her hand on mine.

"When I was younger around fifteen, I was a part of the first spell my mom performed. It was a healing spell and she used it to save one of her closest friends. I didn't have the power to perform such spells and I thought that I didn't inherit any from my mom. I was wrong though", she said before pausing to cough.

"Continue", I said with desperate eyes. I need to know everything as unbelievable as it sounds.

"I didn't inherit much but I had the traces of her powers in my body. I found out one day when I was at school when I accidentally used it on my crush. I was sitting in the cafeteria when our eyes met. He wouldn't stop staring at me and then the unexpected happen. He came over to my side and placed a kiss on my cheek", she continued as I listened intently. As she spoke my brain was trying its best to interpret every single detail.

"After a deep conversation with my mom, she told me that I had the power to seduce. I could seduce any guy I want but even that came with its downfall. Seducing wasn't enough to have a guy stay with me. I stopped doing that when I met your father. He was the best thing that ever happened to me and he gave me true love".

I looked at my dad who was looking at mom with a warm smile on his face.

"But, I still don't get it. I don't feel any powers within me so...", I trailed off not knowing what else to say. I was confused to the point that my brain may explode any second now.

"The witch who was draining your energy could've only done that if you had traces of witchery in your blood. That doesn't mean you have to have powers. It just flows in your veins", she continued looking intently at me.

"I'm not a witch and I don't want to be. I...I need some time alone", I said pulling away and hugging my knees to my chest. Not only did I have one hand but now I was a half witch and a target at that. The vampire wanted my blood and then a witch wanted my energy as well. This was too much for one individual.

"I understand it's alot to take in but know this, we'll love and protect you no matter what. You're still normal-

"-I'm not normal mom. I am not and I will never be", I replied cutting her off. Nothing about this was normal. I was a freak.

She sighed before standing up and looking at my father. I turned my head away just staring at the walls until I heard my bedroom door closed.

"I'm just as shocked as you are Lina. This is alot to take in but as far as I know you wouldn't be alive right now if it weren't for Mykel. He hunt down the witch who was doing this to you and well, I don't know what he did her but the important thing is that you're fine now", Avan stated before getting up and leaving my room as well.

"Baby"

I looked up and saw Mykel standing there and before I could think I broke down. I let my tears flowed free even when I felt his arms around my body soothing me.

"Why does everything bad always have to happen to me?. Why couldn't I just be normal?", I asked looking up at him with teary eyes. His face was serious but I could see the sadness in his eyes.

"Lina I'm so sorry. I'm just as suprised as you are. I never thought your family was...When I first saw you I believed that you were human and now you're not", was his reply as he cupped my cheeks.

"Does that change your feelings for me?", I asked quickly meeting his eyes.

"No baby, nothing could ever change my feelings for you. But as of now I will need to protect you more than ever. I didn't want to say this but there will be alot of persons coming after you. Witches, lycans and even vampires will want your blood or energy", he answered warming my heart but then added what I didn't want to hear.

"Why do vampires want my blood?", I asked resting my head against the headboard.

"Vampires and witches do not mix. They are sworn enemies because all vampires want to do is drain witches of their blood. From what I heard back then witch blood is tasty and can make one feel powerful and much stronger. If vampires are back that means war and if they get their hands on witch blood, they'll be unstoppable".

I swallowed harshly at what Mykel said. At this point I didn't know what to think anymore. I was now a target for vampires, witches, lycans and whatever other creatures are out there. I can't even count how many times I aksed myself why couldn't I be normal. If I knew this was the fate I would have to face growing up I should've died long time ago. It was a sad thought but all of this is too much for me to bare.

"Lina, look at me. I will not let anyone hurt you, I promise you that. No matter what I'll be there for you and I will kill anyone who dares to harm you. Do you understand baby?", Mykel said turning my face to his.

I stared into his eyes for a few seconds before pulling him in for a kiss. I didn't know where this was coming from but I just wanted to feel his lips against mine. I was about to pull away but he gripped my waist and deepened the kiss. He was now on top of me ravishing my lips to the point where I knew they were swollen. His hand went up and down my sides while mine was gripping his hair.

When he finally pulled away I was panting like crazy. He smirked down at me before licking his lips.

Yep, I was definitely blessed to be his mate.

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