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Prologue
One thousand years ago...
Metal clanked in the forested
battlefield. Vacant eyes stared up at Ayden, aeshent vampire, as he slashed through another enemy. The Aeshent felt his heart break. No matter
the time period, there had been war. He longed for peace. He longed for a place
to raise his family without fear of assassination.
Teleporting behind an Amazon who
had a comrade boxed in between her and another, he raised his sword and
decapitated her, ignoring the blood spatter that sprayed his face and clothing.
His comrade nodded his thankvs before quickly disposing of his enemy.
Inclining his head in response,
Ayden motioned his comrade to a clearing on the outer edges of the forest.
Once there, Ayden glanced
around, heart heavy at the blood staining what was once a lush valley filled
with greenery and beautiful flowers. "Too many good men have been lost in
this war. It must be resolved if our children are to have a safe
environment."
Connell nodded. "What can
we do? The wars
began far before we were born."
"It doesn't matter when it
began. We must focus ontgjjghjjjhg
the end. I have an idea, but I need your h
elp if we are
to succeed."
"Anything, Sire. I will do
anything for you," Connell vowed fervently.
Ayden nodded his thanks. He knew
Connell and many others would follow him into hell if he asked it of them. He
was one of the Aeshent vampires alive
and one of the rare ones who protected and trained ikspireous or fledgling vampires. Though vampires were solitary
creatures and had no need of clans, Ayden had one of the largest.
Tales of his honor and bravery
had spread, bringing many ikspireous to
his door, hoping he would train them. Some left after training but the majority
stayed, pledging fealty to Ayden. Ayden hoped his reputation would aid his attempt
to bring peace.
"You and I will make
contact with each leader of the paranormal community. We wish to declare a
truce."
"Sire! I'll be slaughtered
before I even set foot into anyone's stronghold," Connell argued.
Ayden placed a comforting hand
on his shoulder. "You will wear this ring. My family crest is engraved
upon it and will see you have safe passage to deliver my message."
Ayden pulled a thick gold ring,
with a rounded face engraved with an image of a Quelili devouring the head of a
goat.
Connell nodded. "Where
shall I begin?"
"The Fae. I'll start with
the Wolves."
Chapter 1
Glancing around the battlefield,
Ayden asked Connell, "Is this everyone?"
Connell nodded. "Everyone
but the Magiqui and Gargoyles."
Ayden smiled in satisfaction.
Everyone they had contacted was here. He was not surprised the magical people
and the Gargoyles had opted not to come. This was a Nonhuman war so the magical
people would not get involved and the Gargoyles preferred to remain neutral and
keep to themselves. Their brute strength would have made them good allies, but
Ayden could deal with their loss if he could gain the alliance of the wolves.
Walking into the center of the
clearing, Ayden cleared his throat to gain everyone's attention, "Thank
you all for agreeing to meet with me."
Soft murmurs arose from the
crowd and Ayden continued, "The purpose of this meeting is to discuss ways
to bring peace. I suggest we all sign a truce treaty."
"Why would I sign anything
with a blood sucker?" Leo, a wolf growled. Mikhail, the wolf clan leader
and father to Micah, laid a restraining hand on Leo's arm and nodded for Ayden
to continue.
Ayden inclined his head in
thanks and continued. "I know a treaty alone will not dissolve the
distrust sown throughout these many years. I propose some type of permanent
alliance where we all come together to discuss possible...situations that could
arise to cause war again," Ayden continued.
"Do you mean a type of
council?" Fiona, leader of the Fae asked.
"Yes, exactly," Ayden
said after carefully considering the word.
"How would this work?"
she asked.
"Each group represented
here will select and send a diplomat to each meeting. All groups are to bring
news of potential treaty breakers to each meeting."
"How will the meetings be
called? Who will call these meetings?" Lucian, leader of the Leopard
changelings, asked.
"We will appoint a leader
who will be called the 'High Councilor'." Murmurs ran throughout the
crowd.
"I suppose you have someone
in mind?" Eric, a fellow vampire asked.
"It makes sense if I take
this position. I have a strong desire to make these alliances work and my
reputation speaks for itself," Ayden replied.
Strong vocal denials ran
throughout the crowd and Ayden raised a hand for silence. Ayden pondered his options
while waiting for everyone to quiet down.
"I will take the position
of High Councilor," Tayla, leader of the Amazons announced. More denials
rang throughout the forest.
"Silence!" Ayden
commanded.
"We will hold a tournament
in one week's time. The winner will be declared High Councilor," Ayden
continued. Excited chatter filled the air as Ayden made his way to Connell.
"Excellent idea on the
tournament Sire. There is no one stronger," Connell said.
"There will always be
someone who's stronger; I have to be more cunning."
"You will be," Connell
said confidently.
