Riemc, the white witch, was done tracking the hideout of the vampires after conducting a ritual. Their location was near the kingdom. There was a barrier around it. That was the reason why the werewolves couldn't track them using their sense of smell.
Riemc immediately searched for Marceline and Little Lowell. She found her inside the room watching over Little Lowell. He was sound asleep. Marceline looked like a mother taking care of her child.
"Princess Stella," the white witch called her, lowering her voice.
Marceline glanced at her, giving her a questioning look. "Did you locate them, Riemc?" she asked her.
The white witch bobbed her head. "Yes, Princess. I found them. I can feel the powerful aura inside the barrier. Witches, Vampires, and Werewolves are behind that barriers."
"Are you going to sneak into their territory? This is a very risky move, our Princess. Can you handle this?" Riemc consulted her. She was worried for her safety. The Moon Goddess was rooting for her to advocate peace for all creatures in the kingdom of Phantasia. If something bad happened to her, their only hope would disappear.
"Don't worry, Riemc. I am powerful enough to protect myself and my brother. We only have to rescue our mother and leave the place as soon as possible." Marceline reassured her.
"I'm coming with you to ensure your safety." Riemc volunteered.
But Marceline shook her head. "Can you just stay here and look after Lowell and Lyca? They are important people in our lives. My brother wouldn't be at ease without someone watching over his mate. I will also feel the same toward Little Lowell. I don't want them to get involved with this war."
The white witch was having conflicting thoughts. She promised the Moon Goddess that she would help the Werewolf Princess and protect her all the time. But here she was, requesting her to stay behind to take care of Lowell and Lyca.
"Okay. I will look after them. But I am giving you this stone. You can use this to open the barrier." Riemc gave Marceline a gemstone. Its physical appearance looked like an opal.
Marceline accepted the stone and thanked her. "Thank you for this, Riemc."
"That stone will automatically disable the barrier for ten seconds. Within that time range, you can pass through the barrier without being noticed by the enemies." The white witch gave her instructions.
Marceline nodded her head in understanding. "I have to call my brother. We should leave now. Our mother needs our help."
She tossed one last look at Little Lowell. She stroked his hair and caressed his small cheek. A subtle smile appeared on Marceline's face.
"I'll be back, Lowell. Just stay here for a while. Riemc will take good care of you." After saying that, Marceline leaned over, planting a soft kiss on the child's forehead.
The White Witch could feel the motherly love she had for Lowell. She was touched by these heartwarming scenes.
Just when Marceline was about to leave to find her twin brother, Dylan, and Lyca appeared at the front door of Riemc's house.
Marceline and Riemc watched the couple suspiciously. Lyca's clothes were untidy and ripped. But she was covered by Dylan's robe. Lyca's cheeks were burning red and she couldn't look straight into her best friend's eyes.
On the other hand, there was a gleam in Dylan's eyes as he looked at them. He was smiling broadly while holding Lyca's hand.
'Sis! I marked her… Lyca and I finally completed our bond!' Dylan excitedly informed Marceline through their mind link.
Marceline's eyes sparkled in delight when she heard that. She was happy for both of them. Without further ado, Marceline grabbed Lyca and hugged her tightly.
"Thank you, Lyca…"
Both Lyca and Dylan were surprised as to why Marceline thanked her. She did it because she knew how much Lyca loved Enrique. She invested her feelings toward him for a long time. She was glad Lyca gave Dylan a chance and she opened her heart to her twin brother. She wished both of them happiness.
"Marceline. Why are you getting emotional?" Lyca asked her shyly.
"It's nothing… I just want to hug my best friend. I'm sorry for giving you a stressful week."
Lyca just softly giggled. "You are overthinking. Don't apologize to me. I came here voluntarily. You and Dylan didn't force me. It's my own decision."
Marceline broke the hug and smiled at her warmly. "Okay, Best. My brother and I have to say goodbye for a moment. We will come back after saving our mother."
Lyca's smile disappeared. Her mood became sullen. She grabbed Marceline's hands and said, "I'll be waiting for both of you. Please be careful. Keep safe." Lyca darted her gaze back and forth between Marceline and Dylan.
The twin siblings just nodded their heads. Lyca turned to Dylan and embraced him one last time. Dylan cupped her face and kissed her forehead.
"Riemc will take care of you. We will come back alive." Dylan comforted Lyca because he could see the fear and anxiousness in her eyes.
Riemc, the White Witch, gave them a magical map. It was a tool that would guide them to the location of the Vampire's hideout.
"I already gave Princess Stella the things you will need for this mission. Keep safe. If ever you need my help, just contact me through the gemstone I gave you." Riemc showed them the location of the hideout through the magic map.
"I owe you this… my friend." Dylan tapped Riemc's shoulder.
"Prince Dylan, you have to stick with Princess Stella. Don't get separated from each other." The white witch provided them with one last piece of advice.
"Hmm. You have nothing to worry about. I will not let my sister disappear from my sight. I have to protect her," Dylan declared to them with confidence.
"Okay, guys. We must not waste time. My brother and I have to go." Marceline bid her final goodbye to Riemc and Lyca. As they walked away, Lyca could only watch their backs. She wished that everything would be fine in the end.
'Please… return to us… safe and sound.' Lyca silently prayed.
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