Tempting Fate

Chapter 20: Reed’s Mission

“Do you intend for us to walk home?”

They stroll along the road. Many people were strolling at the time, so Emy wasn’t too tired, but Reed didn’t like being surrounded by humans.

“Why? Are you worn out?” Emy asked.

“It’s not like that...” Reed said.

It surprised Reed when Emy grabbed his hand and ran. He wasn’t expecting it, so he just drifted off to what Emy did. They rushed to the spot where several people had crashed with them earlier, and Reed came to a halt. Instead, he drew Emy closer to him; she held on to his shoulder while one of Reed’s hands rested on Emy’s back. Reed raised his palm and placed it over Emy’s eyes.

Emy’s heartbeat raced; she did not know what Reed would do, as if it were a scene from the drama she was watching on her phone.

“What are you doing, and why are you covering my eyes?” Emy asked.

.....

Reed carefully took his hand from her eyes. And it surprised Emy what she saw. When a strong wind blew, he hugged herself.

“How...” Emy said, turning back to face Reed.

“You don’t appear tired despite a full day’s work,” Reed said. “I recently saw it in a brochure in your office.”

Emy couldn’t believe they were inside the Sky Ranch, a major tourist destination in Tagaytay. Because of the natural beauty of the place, her smile widened. It was her first time there. Reed was simply staring at her.

“I want to ride the Ferris wheel,” Emy replied, pointing to the Ferris wheel. She had Reed’s hand in her and was going to move closer to the ticket desk when Reed pulled her back.

“Where are you going? I thought you wanted to ride there? ” Reed asked, his gaze drawn to the Ferris wheel.

“I’ll buy a ticket to ride the Ferris wheel,” Emy said.

“Why? You don’t need to buy anything, I can take you there. “Reed said.

Emy bit her lower lip and looked at Reed. “Do you seduce me in public? So I can claim you in front of them if I want.” Reed said.

“Have you ever dated?” Emy asked.

“Yeah, don’t you remember? At the restaurant?” Reed asked.

Emy smirked. “Are you saying I’m the first woman you’ve dated?” You haven’t even dated anyone like you? ”

“We don’t date,” Reed stated flatly. “We’ve had sex. The date is simply a waste of time. In the end, we will have sex.”

Reed grabbed Emy’s hand when she didn’t talk, and she was astonished to see that they were already inside a cubicle on the Ferris wheel. They are at the highest altitude, and because it is night, just the lights from the Batangas area’s street lights can be seen. Even the well-known volcano that just erupted is visible.

“Do you find it difficult to love?” Emy asked. Emy’s voice was sour. She is not looking at the man.

“You can’t see the wonderful view since it’s late, so let’s change,” Reed said.

Emy looked at the volcano first, then at Reed, when she spotted the light. Her awe was irreversible. They could see the wonderful landscapes because it was daylight. The ashes from the explosion had already filled the magnificent Taal Volcano, causing it to lose the green colors she had earlier liked in the book.

“How can you do anything like this?” Emy asked.

“I told you I’m no ordinary demon,” Reed said.

Reed just gazed at Emy, who was smiling at the lovely view. Emy shifted her gaze to him, her smile gone. He was astonished.

“Why?” Reed asked.

“If you don’t know how to love...” Emy said. “Can I just love you?” ”

Emy’s words startled Reed. He couldn’t figure out why Emy wanted to love. What makes love so special?

Emy gave a tiny smile. “I don’t want,” Reed said emphatically.

Reed’s words startled Emy. “You don’t want?” she couldn’t believe it. “You don’t want to love? You don’t even know how to love. So, what exactly are we? ”

“You’re my wife,” Reed said.

Emy shook her head and took a deep breath. “I want to go home,” Emy said.

Emy holds back her tears. She bowed and closed her eyes, as though her heart was hammering.

Reed stood up. “You seem exhausted; get some rest,” Reed said.

Emy heard footsteps and the door closing behind her. Only then did she raise her head and gaze about. She is already in her room. Emy lay on the bed, her hand over her face. Her tears fell uncontrollably.

“Damn, why is this so unfair to me?” Emy said. “What is my sin, and am I bound to live this way?”

Reed breathed deeply as he stood near the window, staring at Emy. She can’t see him, so he stands back and watches the woman cry.

‘I don’t understand her,’ Reed thought.

—-

Reed was sitting on the floor at a bookshop, reading a book. Reed scanned through the book, looking for anything that may help him fulfill Emy’s wish. He’d been sitting there for a few hours, reading, and his patience was wearing thin.

“Are you giving up?” ”

He looked around. Reed stood up and waved his hand, and the books on the floor vanished in an instant. An old man approached Reed.

“You simply need to complete one wish,” it says.

Reed locked his gaze on the old man. He instantly remembered the light from earlier in the war.

Flashback...

Reed unexpectedly lost a battle owing to a lack of soldiers and adequate ethnography. Before the major unexpected fight, the palace hosted a large feast. Nobody expected an army from another country to surge to their borders. Because it was unexpected, they were unprepared. He suspects a plot, but he has no proof.

A general from the enemy cut his wing, weakening his entire power. And it thrust its blade deep into his chest. He swung his sword, slitting its throat. More blood gushing from his eyes and cheeks. Reed heard his attacker collapse and found himself on his knees a few seconds later. To sustain his feeble body, he buried his sword in the ground. He gulped, one knee on the ground, both hands tightly gripping the blade.

“I need to...” he said, gasping for air. “I need to return to the palace.”

Reed struggled to rise, but his body couldn’t handle it any longer, and he eventually collapsed on top of a corpse. He couldn’t recall if it was an enemy or his soldier. He took a glance around.

“I have to go back,” Reed said. “No one else can seize the palace.” It can’t ...”

He just caught a peek before he closed his eyes alight. Reed couldn’t tell what that light was or where it came from because of blood from his enemy and wounds from the top of his brow down beneath his eye. He asked, his voice raspy.

“If you’re an opponent, kill me,” Reed replied. “Since I would murder you if I had the opportunity. ”

“I truly respect your bravery.”

“I don’t need a fan,” Reed said. He had a distinct impression that he was about to die. It was a woman who spoke what he had heard but couldn’t see clearly.

“I’ll give you another chance at life.” But you must act and fulfill...”

Reed wanted to chuckle, but couldn’t. “Who are you to offer me such a chance?” ”

To Reed’s amazement, his body lifted over the corpse. Some energy awakened him up and made him stand in front of a woman.

She approached him and circled his back. He soon felt extreme back pain.

“Ahhhh! “The severe pain profoundly disturbed him.”

The woman took off his last wing. Reed expected to die shortly.

“I understand how precious your wing is to you. That is what gives you strength as a king. I’ll take away all your powers except those that aren’t very vital,” the woman said. “But don’t worry, I’ll return whatever I stole to you.” You only have to do what I say.”

Reed said nothing; instead, he examined the woman.

“You must grant one genuine human wish. And it will only count as a wish granted if you complete it. Mate with your chosen human and make her your queen,” said the woman.

“How do I know if I succeeded?” Reed asked.

The woman gave a little smile. “Your wing will regenerate.”

Reed would have said more when the whole environment changed. He was already standing alone in front of his palace, staring at the big gate in front of him.

“Remember, you only have three days to decide.” You must go across the human world to discover your future queen and fulfill her desire. If you do not complete your journey before the end of the third day. You will perish alongside your entire empire. ”

Reed lost consciousness and eventually fell to the ground before he could respond. A loud yell could be heard from above the gate, and it soon opened.

End of Flashback