Chapter 47

It took several weeks to burn and bury the bodies of those killed by vampires. Additionally, restoring the city's infrastructure destroyed by the servamps and their masters also takes much longer. Since Matthias died, Federica, who occupies the highest caste among all the clans, has made new rules.

The vampire followers of Matthias will be given a special territory in the south of New Zealand with control over Hawthron and the Werewolves there. They are not allowed to disturb human life and are only allowed to suck the blood of dead bodies. Federica also enforced the old rule that the bloodsucking clan had only twenty deaths each month. If they violate, Federica will tear her own body apart, which turns out to be directly connected to the Grim Ripper's followers.

Blue Lake is increasingly guarded even though the oak trees are gone forever. The red lake water was absorbed by itself and is now clear again like a space reflection. Hawthorn again isolated themselves from problems that might occur outside; they no longer wanted to interfere in future wars.

Meanwhile, Ethan fixes the house and burns the bodies of Aaron, Gessy, and the members who died in the bloody battle. Furthermore, he was named Alpha because he could survive and was able to fight Matthias. Ethan cried because he didn't want to be a group leader without Aaron beside him. The uncle whom Ethan respected was like his own parents. Only he can calm Ethan's unstable anger.

Images of Gessy laughing in class and when they were together danced in Ethan's mind. He regretted leaving Gessy alone. Ethan can still feel the warmth of Gessy's embrace as his best friend in life. And Ethan will never forget that.

Federica embraced the burly body wrapped in a black hoodie as she looked at the fire that was burning her friend's body. She kissed Ethan's shoulder gently while whispering that those who had died would get the best place in the sky.

“Gessy is the woman I love, Fed. "Aaron is a man I respect," Ethan whispered. "I can't do anything without Aaron."

“I know... but Aaron and your pack already believe that you are the next Alpha, Ethan,” Federica said.

Ethan smiled faintly, wiping away the traces of tears still streaming down his cheeks. Looking at Federica's beautiful face while stroking her ginger hair. The girl's eyes could no longer be covered by the potion made from William's book. But from there, Federica became even more charming.

"What about Liam?" Ethan asked.

Federica shook her head weakly; Liam had never appeared since the pure vampires were driven south. Federica did not expel the man because he was considered her ally. When Liam rescued her from the lake, Federica received a heart massage because she was unconscious. Liam also had time to give rescue breaths until finally, Federica woke up and vomited lake water. Liam hugged Federica while begging for forgiveness for betraying her. Federica has forgiven this because Liam saved and destroyed Matthias after all.

"Maybe he needs some time alone, Ethan," answered Federica, hugging her friend tightly again and looking at the flames that were getting brighter.

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School life is back to running as usual. Federica looked at the empty seat previously occupied by Gessy, then turned to Liam's seat. Her homeroom teacher announced that Gessy had moved abroad, while Liam needed several weeks to recover from his car accident.

This is the first time Federica feels that her life is very empty after William's death. Everything taught at school doesn't seem to fit into her head. As a result, in the middle of school hours, she decided to leave to go home. She wanted to sit and reminisce about how fun life was with William.

The path along the Whakarewarewa forest was still the same, the birds chirping and the wind rustling the leaves felt calm even though Federica's heart was empty. Her memory returned to the first time she came here with William; his food was always burnt. William always said he liked supernatural things but didn't believe in their existence. William always talks about his family and cries when remembering the unfortunate accident that night.

The wooden house occupied by Federica and William was destroyed without any form. It's possible that someone burned it to pieces. Federica walked around, trying to find debris to make her feel like she was with William. She stopped when she found a broken photo frame covered in wood.

"I miss you, William," whispered Federica with tears in her eyes, looking at the photo of her and William at the time airport.

"Let's take a photo of Stella, Fed, before starting a new life," said William, taking his camera.

"Photo?"

“Capturing a day, we cannot repeat in the future, Fed. "You might live a long life, but not with me," said William, "so we will take a photo, and you can see me when I'm not with you."

She hugged the photo frame tightly as she sat crying over William's departure, which left a wound on Federica's chest. No matter how great she is, she is still a girl who needs affection. It is also impossible for Federica to bear the huge responsibility of being a half-blood alone. She didn't want to.

“Fed?”

A distinctive voice Federica hadn't heard for a long time made the girl turn her head. Her pupils suddenly dilated to see a figure who had not appeared for a long time after the war. The man smiled faintly, waving his right hand at her.

“Liam?”

The so-called nodded; Federica immediately ran towards Liam and hugged his body tightly. Her tears broke out, longing mixed with worry shackled Federica for days. Liam hugged Federica with affection, kissing the top of the girl's head.

“Don't cry, I'm here. "William has got the best place in heaven, Fed," Liam whispered.

Federica let go of the hug, wiping her tears while laughing out loud. Liam also took out a black cloth and covered Federica's eyes to surprise her. Then told the girl to get on his back. Federica hesitated but finally climbed onto Liam's back, wrapping her arms around his neck. Liam deliberately didn't tell her where they had come to, even though Federica asked questions.

Crossing the redwoods, jumping over the trunks of pine trees that shade the forest, and chasing the evening sky that is starting to swallow the sun. Federica screamed in surprise as Liam descended quickly until they finally reached their destination.

Liam slowly removed the cloth bandage on Federica's head. The girl opened her eyes, slowly adjusting to the colorful light surrounding the redwood tree. Instantly, his eyes widened in amazement at the beautiful sight, as if he had been transported to the Avatar world. They are on a suspension bridge 39 feet above the ground.

Blue, purple, yellow and white light mix to create interesting gradations. Federica never thought that there would be a place that would make her love Rotorua even more,

"You're cute," praised Federica.

Liam pulled the girl's slender waist as butterflies appeared that fluttered and glowed in the darkness of the forest. They surround the two lovebirds, who are now starting to get carried away in the whirlpool of romance. Caressed Federica's cheek affectionately and said,

“Sorry for keeping you waiting, Fed.”

Federica shook her head slowly. “But you finally came.”

“I need time to put my house and my heart back in order.”

"Sorry... I'm sorry for the death of your family," whispered Federica, biting her lower lip. "But... why did you bring me here?"

Liam's eyes locked on Federica, his heart beating wildly when he said he wanted to live with that girl. He wants to be Federica's home for both joy and sorrow. After meeting and getting to know him, Liam didn't want to spend time just adventuring. His world stopped when he saw Federica's face and courage.

“I…want…us to live together, Fed.” Liam's voice sounded nervous.

There was a long pause before Federica laughed at Liam's words. “You proposed to a 17-year-old girl?”

“Technically... we're actually past our teenage years, Fed,” Liam joked. "So ..."

The man's words stopped when Federica kissed Liam's lips as a sign that she accepted the vampire's request. The lights surrounding the redwoods increased glowed, as did the butterflies flying above them. The light was bright as if I was happy to see two people now united in the spirit of love.

Liam held Federica's nape, lost in the sweet kiss, which turned hot. Federica giggled, let go of her grip, and said, "Kie te aroha ahau ki a koe."

(I am falling in love with you)

"It turns out you can speak Maori," said Liam, rolling his eyes. “Aroha ana ahau ki a koe, Fed.”

(I love you)