Chapter 27

Savannah's POV

I slept like a newborn only for my alarm to startle me. I woke up groggily and realized that it was only Thursday and I had classes to teach. I noticed a duffle bag on a chair. I found a fresh set of clothes inside with a note from Maddie. She thought about everything I forgot about. After a shower I changed and looked for something to eat. I found some cereal, which did the trick. I didn't want to wake my parents, but I left a note. Thankfully two of my lessons were canceled because of a field trip, so I had a short day. I needed that. The sooner I strengthen the shield the better.

The day was uneventful. I told Zamyr and Maddie to come to my parents' house. Both of them deserved to hear the full story. Yesterday I asked Natalie for some help and now I knew how to exclude the people I wanted from the spell. When I arrived lunch was on the table.

“Come, let's eat.”

“It smells delicious. Maddie and Zamyr will come over later. I want to tell them the truth.”

“When they're here I'll do the spell.”

“Don't worry about the spell. Nobody can find us, we're safe.”

“I know, but they almost found you once. I don't want to lose you again.”

“We're not going anywhere sweetie. I promise.”

Just as we finished eating, there was a knock on the door. Zamyr and Maddie were here. I opened the door and let them in.

“I'll tell you two everything as soon as I'm finished with the spell. I need to protect my parents.”

I went outside and everybody followed me. I closed my eyes and started chanting. I could feel the shield slowly stretching. Once it reached the size I wanted I stopped. I did it, my parents were safe.

“It's done. Apart from the five of us nobody can enter the property. We can come and go as we please.”

“Thank you sweetie.”

“It's fine, mom. You already met Maddie and this is Zamyr.”

“Prince Raphael. Impossible.”

“Raphael? No, it's my dad. His name is Oliver.”

“Savannah, he's the heir to the throne in Heaven. He disappeared about 30 years ago. The angels have been looking for him ever since.”

“I know that, but his name is Oliver. Right, dad?”

“Yes. I legally changed my name to Oliver Benett. So they haven't given up the search.”

“No. They're expecting you to return. That's all I know. I won't inform them about your whereabouts. You have your reasons to stay under their radar.”

“Yes and I appreciate it. Let's go inside. By the way, who's leading the search?”

“Last I heard it was Gabriel. He became the General of the army after his father passed away.”

“He's what? Around 80 years old?”

“I don't know that, but he's pretty young.”

“He won't find you, dad. You're safe here. How are things going with the castle?”

“Everything’s fine, but I have to go back tomorrow at the latest. Something's happened, but Cedric won't tell me unless it's in person.”

“Then you should head back there. They need you and I'll be fine here.”

“Are you sure?”

“Of course. I found my parents and Jeremy is under control.”

“If there's anything, call me.”

“I will.”

And with that he was gone. What he told us about my father worried me a little. His family still hasn't given up on him. It didn't matter, though. They were perfectly safe here.

“Where did you leave Zamyr?”

“He had to go back. Something happened that required his presence.”

“Oh, okay then. Let's do something. What about you showing us around?”

“Sure, mom. Things must've changed during the years you weren't here.”

Mom's idea was perfect. We went on a walk and they told me about their memories. Everything was fine until Zamyr called.

*“Savannah, listen to me! Don't let your parents out of the house. Gabriel found a trace of your dad. His parents sent out a request to all the realms. They want to bring your father back to the realm he belongs. They won't kill him, just make him the ruler.”

*“Shit! Thanks Zamyr. I've got to go. We're outside on a walk.”

“We have to go. Now! Gabriel found a trace of you, dad. Zamyr just called. They want you back and on the throne. You can't leave the house.”

“Okay, don't panic. We have time to get back home.”

And he was right. We made it home safely. History was close to repeating itself, but I can't let that happen.

“I'm worried about this news. What could've he found?”

“Basically anything. If he's as good as his father was, they have a chance to find me.”

“Even if they do, they can't come inside.”

“Darling, if he finds me it's over. They cannot come inside, but our life will be miserable. They won't leave and at one point we will need to go out.”

“No! I can use portals and they don't know that I'm related to you.”

“They will. You look just like your grandmother. Once Gabriel sees you he'll put two and two together.”

I wanted to say something, but my phone rang. It was Martha, she must've gotten the same request as Zamyr did.

*“Hello, dear! I have to tell you something.”

*“Hi Martha, I know. And my answer is no. Nobody will look for him or get involved at all.”

*“Are you sure?”

*“Yes, I have my reasons for denying them. Send back an answer, please.”

*“In my name or yours?”

*“Neither. You have a special seal, right?”

*“Yes.”

*“Then just use that. It'll be enough.”

*“Savannah, what's going on? Do you know something about the prince?”

*“I can't tell you anything. Please, don't ask questions.”

*“Fine, I won't. If you need something you know where to find me.”

“Savannah, look at me! Stop and calm down. They don't know anything for sure. Why are you so afraid?”

“I just don't want to lose you again. I just found you.”

“You won't lose me or your mother. We can take care of ourselves. She's a witch and I'm an angel. We have powers. You just go back to your daily routine.”

“I'll try.”

“Do you have classes tomorrow?”

“Only one. Why?”

“After you're done go and visit Zamyr. He needs help from what I've heard. You might even find out something about Gabriel and the scouts.”

“Are you sure, dad?”

“Yes. You need to relax your mind a bit. Use your powers for good. Help them with whatever they need.”

After I was calm enough I realized that my dad was right. I only saw the worst case scenario in front of my eyes. And he was right about helping Zamyr too. I caused that mess, but I didn't really help with reconstructions.

Leaving them the next day was a bit hard. I opened a portal now much easier and I was in front of the castle. It was in a better shape, but still not complete.