Chapter 64
Within the vast and imposing palace prison, Samuel and Noah are both incarcerated but held in separate cells, deliberately placed far apart from each other. This separation ensures that they cannot communicate or devise any sort of plan together. Meanwhile, Evelyn is confined to the female cell block, situated on the opposite side of the palace prison, further isolating her from both Samuel and Noah. The strict segregation among the prisoners is designed to prevent collaboration and maintain control over their fates.
Maria's Confinement at East Valley Medical Hospital
While her friends and allies languish in the palace prison, Maria finds herself detained at East Valley Medical Hospital, a private maternity facility located within the witch realm. This hospital serves as a specialized center where witches and warlocks receive medical care, complete with an entire floor dedicated to maternity cases.
Despite being called a "hospital," Maria's maternity room closely resembles a jail cell. The room is sparsely furnished with a bed, a bathroom, and a television. It features windows, but the sense of openness is an illusion—an extremely strong magical barrier surrounds the room, preventing any magical activity from entering or leaving. In addition, Maria is forced to wear a special bracelet that suppresses her magical powers, ensuring she cannot use her abilities to escape or contact anyone.
The Witch Queen Raine has issued strict orders regarding Maria's situation. Once Maria gives birth, the baby is to be taken away immediately. The authorities in the witch realm show no intention of allowing Maria to bond with or even hold her child, emphasizing the level of control and surveillance imposed upon her. This arrangement leaves Maria isolated and powerless, anxiously awaiting the birth of her child under grim circumstances.
Maria walking around in her room, the chef and doctor come with guards to make sure maria doesn’t make a contract with anyone only talk to her doctor and the Witch Queen when she comes to visit her every other day. In the Witch Queen's office, Raine is with other powerful witches to decide what they should do with Maria and the baby.
“I think we should strip the baby of its power because we don’t know how the baby can be until it comes of age,” said the first witch.
“If we do that remember the baby is half werewolf too, which means we have to talk to King Frances about it as well,” said the second witch, her tone cautious as she glanced toward Raine for approval. The room grew tense, as the implication of involving the werewolf monarchy added another layer of complexity to the decision at hand.
“After that, Maria will get the capital punishment for using black magic, which means she will remain in confinement and be stripped of her power as well,” said the third witch, her words echoing through the chamber. The pronouncement cast a heavy silence over the room, underscoring the severity of Maria’s fate should the council decide against mercy. Even among the most hardened witches, the finality of such a sentence was enough to instill a moment of sober reflection.
Queen Raine, her expression unreadable, listened carefully to the council’s deliberations. She understood that stripping Maria and her child of their powers was a necessary measure, but the added consideration of sterilizing Maria weighed heavily on her mind. While the witches’ concerns were valid, Raine knew that such an action required approval not just from the court, but also from King Frances—especially given the child’s werewolf heritage and the political ramifications it entailed.
Determined to resolve the matter before Maria’s child was born, Raine pressed a discreet button on her ornate desk. A monitor flickered to life, illuminating her face with a cold blue glow as she initiated a secure video call to King Frances. She intended to discuss the proposed measures—including the issue of Maria’s sterilization without consent—and gauge his stance before setting a trial date. The tension in the room lingered as the screen connected, everyone awaiting the king’s response to the complex fate that now rested in their hands.
Frances P.O.V
Frances didn’t let Queen Vanessa out of his sight until he knows it safe for her walk around the ground even have guards with her at all times, same goes for Anthony, his friends, Kathy and Grace just for the time being. Seth right handed man Jack is keep an eye on the pack people starting asking questions of where Alpha Samuel which Seth had to lie saying that Samuel took a vacation with his family and will be return soon. Now the pack starting to see the lies and will be needing answer soon. Frances laptop start to ring so he answer the called and see if Queen Raine.
“What can I help you, Queen Raine?” asked Frances
“I hope everything goes well,” said Queen Raine
“Yes, I know you want to speak with about something. What is it?” asked Frances.
Queen Raine took a measured breath before continuing, her tone steady yet edged with concern. “My fellow witches and I have been talking, but I need your input on the matter. Maria is soon to give birth, and I was considering that once the child is born, we will strip his or her power. However, the baby is also part werewolf,” said Queen Raine, her gaze searching Frances’s face for a reaction. “This decision isn’t just about our laws—it affects the werewolf lineage as well, and I want to be sure we’re aligned before moving forward.”
King Frances considered the implications carefully before responding, his voice calm yet resolute. “It’s probably best to make the child completely human and let him or her live among humans, without anyone knowing who the child belongs to,” he said, his words carrying the weight of secrecy and protection. His suggestion lingered in the air, highlighting the gravity of the choice and the desire to shield the child from both magical and werewolf politics.
King Frances nodded, understanding the risks that came with such a decision. “If this is the only way to ensure the child’s safety and protect our realms, then I trust your judgment, Queen Raine. But we must be certain there are no lingering effects that could harm the child in other ways. I want your assurance that the potion only targets the wolf’s side and nothing else.”
Queen Raine met his gaze, her voice unwavering. “I will make absolutely sure the potion is precise. Once the child drinks it, the werewolf heritage will be erased, but their human side will remain intact and healthy. This is irreversible, so we need to be confident in our choice before moving forward.”
Once both leaders reached an agreement, it was decided that Maria's trial would be held privately. The secrecy was deemed necessary to prevent the supernatural community from discovering the true identity of her child and to protect the child from unwanted attention or danger. Only trusted individuals would be allowed to attend, ensuring that the proceedings remained confidential and the child's lineage stayed hidden.