Hearts On Fire
Chapter 38:

Flashback in the dungeon

Tyy Leon: “Amaya?”

Amaya: “Yes?”

Tyy Leon: “Alpha Nash ordered me to bring you back to his chamber. He has a really special surprise for you today and you deserved to finally get out of this dungeon.”

Amaya: “Okay.”

Tyy Leon: “Follow me. (Nash’s bedroom). Go to the bathroom. There's a dress waiting for you there. Go ahead and get ready.”

Amaya: “Okay.”

Tyy Leon: “You're doing great. Alpha Nash trusts only me around you so I'll wait for you to get ready and then escort you.”

Amaya: “Escort me where?”

Tyy Leon: “You'll see. It's all part of this surprise. I can't say anything.”

Amaya: “Okay. I get it.”

Tyy Leon: “Go now, he's in a really good mood. You don't want that to change if you keep him waiting for too long.”

Amaya: “Yes.”

In Amaya’s head: This is a wedding dress. This is it, this day finally came. (present time)

Nash: “You look so stunning. I can't stop looking at you. I think you love my surprise.”

Amaya: “I love it.”

Nash: “After today we're going to conquer the world together.”

Amaya: “I'll do anything for you and all of your wishes will come true. You wanna be the ruler, I'll give it to you. You deserve it. Your family sacrificed themselves for this moment so you could become the alpha of all alphas. To hold the power like no wolf before you could. You're born for this. You're born to be a leader.”

Nash: “Ready to become my wife?”

Amaya: “More than ever. (Azar growls)”

In Azar’s head: I heard every single word. It's not possible. She wouldn’t. What did he do to her and why is she marrying him?! She's my wife. I could barely breathe from the pain. I wanted to have faith in her. Amaya would never betray me. What's happening? One thing is for sure. Blood will be spilled.

Nash: “We have an unexpected guest. Azar, so nice to meet you. You couldn't pick a better moment to show up. We're getting married and I’ll be my honor for you to attend our wedding.”

Azar: “I’ll rip your head off.”

Nash: “I don't see you attacking me. Why is that? Maybe because you have no powers anymore? Because you're a regular wolf now? Or is it because your ex mate is standing right next to me? I can see how hard you're trying to figure out everything. Don't try. It'll make your head hurt. I'll make it easier for you. I broke your mate bond. There's nothing left between the two of you. She's mine.”

Amaya: “ENOUGH!! (Nash is surprised). DOLOR!!”

Nash: “What do you think you're doing? What did you do to me?”

Amaya: “Azar, behind you!! And you!! You little cockroach. You thought you could use me like a puppet?! Think again. How does it feel? Are you having trouble speaking from the pain I caused you? You're pathetic. I’ll give you a slow and painful death.”

Nash: “But I control you.”

Amaya: “You don't have the power to control me. Not anymore. You stupid fool. You think so highly of yourself that you didn't notice. Your head was in clouds, thinking of your glory while I was working free. AEGRITUDO!! Is that what you didn't want me to learn?! You didn't want me to know how powerful I am?! But you're wrong. You tortured me. Humiliated me. You made sure to make me miserable every single day and it wasn't enough for you. You wanted to take everything from me the last thing I had. You wanted to break my mate bond. You'll pay for it. KNEEL!! Kneel in front of me like you made me obey you. Beg for forgiveness!!”

Nash: “I beg you!! Forgive me!! I'll do anything!! Just make the pain go away!!”

Amaya: “I love the way you beg.”

In Amaya’s head: I could see Blaise take over Azar. They were successfully fighting some of Nash’s pack members. For a second I was afraid for Azar for now that his powers are with me but he started proving to me that after all he's the next alpha of all alphas. Not just by blood, but by his strength. I was mesmerized how he was throwing them around, ripping their limbs off but I knew he could hear every word I said. He let out painful whines a few times. He wasn't injured. The truth of what I've been through was hurting him. I didn't expect to see Azar here. Everything was going according to plan until he showed up. I’d replace him later either way but him being here, surrounded by enemies scared me and I can't allow myself to lose focus. Especially not now. I need to make everything work like planned. Now that I know he's doing fine I could concentrate on Nash. As a siphoner I have the ability to inflict excruciating pain which is what I did to the support excuse for a wolf. He's in such agony that he can't command me. He's too weak which gives me enough time to break myself from these invisible chains. Finally, I'm free. The controlling spell was gone. The thing is, there's one thing I learned. It's not only being that I can siphon from. But every object that has magic on it. Just like this jewelry. It's full of dark magic and I knew it’ll take a toll on me as I absorbed all of it and it was stronger than I thought. It made me a lot weaker and I knew I had to hurry up. Now that the binding spell is gone, I can kill Nash. I really plan to leave him in pain much longer but I can tell that I'm running out of time and I can't risk Azar’s life. He was magnificent as always but I knew more and more pack warriors would come up.

Nash: “Mercy, please, mercy!!”

Amaya: “Don't make me laugh. Mercy?! No mercy. IGNICULUS!! (Nash was set on fire)”

In Amaya’s head: I’d lie if I told you Nash’s screams didn't bring a feeling of satisfaction.

Amaya: “SEE YOU IN HELL!!”

In Amaya’s head: I did it. Now just give me a little bit more time.

Azar: “Amaya?!”

Amaya: “We need to get you out of here. The fire is spreading fast and you're no longer immune to it. (they kiss). We don't have time for this right now.”

Azar: “You don't miss me?”

Amaya: “I couldn't breathe while we were apart but now I have to finish what I started. I need you to promise me something.”

Azar: “What?”

Amaya: “No matter what happens…just know that I always loved you. There wasn't a single second that I stopped loving you. Promise me you'll remember.”

Azar: “I promise. But nothing's gonna happen to you.”

Amaya: “Are you hurt?”

Azar: “It's not my blood, don't worry. I had only a few scratches that are healed now.”

Amaya: “You scared me. There were so many of them.”

Azar: “Nothing much. Maybe like twenty of them.”

Amaya: “Azar, I need you to be okay and I need you to let me kill the rest of them. I don't want their dirty blood on your hands. You're too pure for that and that's how it'll always stay. They're mine to kill.”

Azar: “I can't believe what you're capable of doing. You left me in complete shock.”

Amaya: “I practiced. I'll explain everything when this is all over. We need to track my brother and mother. I'm sure they fled the moment they heard what's going on. They shouldn't be far away but you need to listen to me. I didn't know that you'll replace me so I need you to just follow my plan.”

Azar: “Okay.”

Amaya: “Don't say a word, I need to concentrate. I'm making a sealing spell. That way no one can leave. (Amaya sets the building on fire). Follow me. (in the woods)”

Azrael: “Going somewhere?”

Maria: “Fenrir…Azrael…?!”

Azrael: “You're mine now. I should’ve killed you years ago. (Azarael bites Maria). Justice has been served. You had a second chance…your children. That should’ve changed you but you became even worse. Have fun in hell.”

Amaya: “Thank you.”

Azrael: “Thank God both of you are okay.”

Fenrir: “I'm really happy you found each other again. The area is clear. Our pack is coming. Just to make sure that nobody escapes.”

Amaya: “I need to replace my brother. I need to put an end to our bloodline. As long as he

lives, no one will be safe. His hunger for revenge and power will never end. That's why I need to end him.”

Azar: “You seem pale, doll.”

Amaya: “I told you I need to finish this. I'll locate him. Locus!! (in a field in the woods)”

Marian: “What have you done to me?”

In Azar’s head: This is her brother. I recognize his face from her nightmares. Everything in me wanted to run and tear him into pieces but I promised. I need to let her do it.

Amaya: “I'm sorry. I can't let you go. This family needs to end once and for all. All I ever wanted was for you to love me.”

Marian: “What are you talking about? Of course I love you. You're my only sister.”

Amaya: “Maybe in the past I would have fallen for it and screamed out for joy at those words but I know better.”

Marian: “It's your fault. Nobody will ever love you. just look at yourself. You're worthless. What are you gonna do? Kill your own blood? You can't kill your own family.”

Amaya: “This is what you told me while I was screaming and crying while you tortured me. It needs to be done. You always wanted fire. Meet your fate. (Amaya burns Marian)”

Azar: “Come here, it’s done. Doll?!”

Amaya: “I thought I would have more time.”

Azar: “What are you talking about?”

Amaya: “Azar…my love, my husband, my mate. All the magic I've used today is taking its toll. I knew I wouldn't have much time left but I thought I'll at least have enough to spend a moment with you. I need you to listen to me carefully and not stop me. What's done is done. You can't change it and you promised. I need you to keep that promise for me. Forever. Please don't forget me nor my words. I'm sorry for everything. I didn't want to betray you, I swear. I didn't know what would happen when you marked me.”

Azar: “I know little flame. You don't even have to tell me anything. I know everything.”

Amaya: “Please don't hate me.”

Azar: “Let me take you home. Our home and then we’ll talk.”

Amaya: “I don't have enough time. I'm sorry. I can't believe you don't hate me after everything that’s happened.”

Azar: “What's happening to you? You're scaring me to death. Of course I don't hate you. I love you more than my own life.”

Amaya: “I don't deserve it. I don't deserve any of it. Look at what I've just done. They were right. I'm an abomination. I'm a stake. I should’ve never been born but I'm grateful that I experienced love. I cherish every second I spent with you. I love you but it's time to make things right. Don't mourn me. Live for me. I love you. Tranquilitas.”

Azar: “What's happening?”

Amaya: “I'm making things right. I'm sorry, I needed to put a little spell on you. It won't last long. Just enough for me to end this. I know you would never let me do this but this is the only way. I'm sorry. I hope that I'll be able to break the bond so that you won't be in that much pain. It'll pass. Time will heal. You have to let me go. The only way to get your powers back is by sacrifice. I probably wouldn't live either way. The black magic is too strong and I'm exhausted. The only thing holding me back is your strength but it’ll disappear as I unite us and this is the only way to reverse the efforts of your marking. It's not your fault. Please don't ever blame yourself. Everything is my fault. I told you I needed to end this bloodline. I'm less of a monster than my family so I'll accept this. You can't help me. You can't save me. I needed to kiss you one last time. It's time. You're the best thing that’s ever happened to me. You're the only light in the dark of my life. I return what was never mine. The spell is broken. ANNUL THIS MAGIC. UNTIE THE FATE!!”

Azar: “NOOO!! What have you done?! What have you done, doll?! Talk to me, please. Open your eyes. Amaya!! Don't you dare die. I'm taking you home. You need to stay strong for me. I beg you. D on't do this to me. I can't live my life without you.”

In Azar’s head: The only thing I can think of was to mark her. If she was able to absorb the magic the last time maybe she can do it again but nothing happened. I waited but it didn't work. Since the moment we caught her brother I knew something was so wrong. There was this feeling that something would go bad rising inside of me again. Sadness washed over me as I watched Amaya casting a spell on her brother. It wasn't easy for her. She was trying to stay strong but tears started falling down her face. It was all over she turned to face me, she seemed so distant. I couldn't figure out what it was but it felt like she was saying goodbye. I was choking on my words, I was barely able to speak. Convincing her I don't hate her. How could you hate someone you love more than your own life? Her saying again how worthless she was, was breaking my heart. Then all of a sudden, everything around me got blurry. I couldn't move. She did something to me. I could see her silhouette and hear her voice but it sounded so far away from me. Then she approached me and placed her small hand on my chest. Her hand was struggling and the words that came afterwards were killing me. She truly was saying goodbye and I couldn't do anything. What the hell is she doing? I watched in horror as she took out a small dagger and plunged it into her. Blood started soaking her white dress until it became completely crimson. That's what she meant when she said sacrifice.

Azar: “NOOOO!!”

In Azar’s head: I felt my strength coming back. My powers were coming back. The fire coursed through my veins. As I finally managed to scream, she already collapsed on the ground. There was a pool of blood beneath her. I tried to press the wound to stop the bleeding but I couldn't mark her and help her so she’ll be able to steal all my powers again but she remains still. She wasn't breathing anymore. I couldn't feel her heartbeat. I took her in my arms as gently as I could, holding her tiny body in my arms. Cradling her. She said I need to let her go. Hell no. I'm never letting her go. She sacrificed herself for me but I didn't want it. All I wanted was her. She could have it all. How could she do this to me? I was in shock praying that it was just another nightmare but it wasn't. It was real. Rage consumed me. How could she? She thought I could live without her? Mate bond or not, she's my life and she took it away from me. Always doubting herself, I guess she didn't think of how strong my love towards her is. She thought she's helping me, saving me but she's my soul and I can't keep living without it. She’s my little flame. She’s the fire that kept my heart beating. Everything without her is meaningless. My life is meaningless. She can expect that I'll stay here without her. There’s nothing in this world I wouldn't do for her and she decided to abandon me. With her last feverish kiss she told me she loved me. How do you think you have the right to take yourself from me? How could you leave me? You broke me. You broke my heart. You betrayed us. You betrayed our love and you want me to live with that? This isn't goodbye. I'm not letting you go. The pain of the thought of it was unbearable. We needed more time. The agony was ripping me from the inside. Blaise was weeping. When I first heard your name I was thinking about the meaning of it. Would you be my night rain to soothe my fire or my end? It turned out to be the end it is. I'll replace a way. If you go, I wanna go with you. And if you die, I’ll die right along with you.