Page 78 of One Last Wish

“How far doyourabilities go?” I remembered from my dreams that Darce was a mere foot soldier. Were there others more powerful than him? There had to be. Was that what he was afraid of? Others, who were more powerful, might come after us? How would we defend ourselves?

“I can control darkness, Alora. That’s all you need to know right now.” When I nodded, he pulled me closer towards his chest. “It will all begin to fit in place soon. I promise. Shall we watch a Christmas movie? After that, I’ll take you to your last surprise.” I couldn't stay angry at that face. I pecked his lips softly in agreement. A distraction sounded like a good idea right now.

Chapter Twenty Two

My mind was reeling; I was trying to focus on the film, but was too distracted.

I had no doubt that Darce and I had loved each other in a previous life. The electric current that ran between us was undeniable. What I was struggling to understand was what was happening with us right now. I’d always been impatient, so waiting for flashbacks and dreams to piece my life back together was infuriating. Why couldn’t I hurry up and remember everything?

“You’re not even watching this movie, are you?” It was the second one we had put on. I was resting against his chest, burning from the slow, lazy caresses he made against the bare skin of my arms. Every touch seemed to be awakening the very core of me.

“I am. IloveElf,” I lied.

“This is whatnormal youngcouples do at this time of the year. I wanted to give you some normality after the last few months you’ve had.”

“Darce, nothing about us isnormal,” I snorted. “You haveshadowsthat come out of your fingertips and my handsshinewhenever they feel like it.”

“I should have kept away. If I hadn’t shown myself, perhaps...”

“I don’twantnormal!” I interrupted him, taking his hand in mine. I entwined our fingers as I looked over my shoulder at him. “I wantyou, Darce. I might not be able to remember anything about us yet, but I know what I feel deep inside me. I don’t care if our races are mortal enemies. Whatever happened for us to end up this way, I. Do. Not. Care! This—how I feel when you touch me—it doesn’t feel wrong.” My skin began to light up as I spoke. Emotions seemed to have a direct link to my power. Darce traced his hand down my arm; a light mist of shadows caressed my skin in a loving way.

“Losing you again would destroy me.” His voice cracked as he spoke. “You hold so much power over me, Alora.”

“I have a feeling you hold the same power over me,” I whispered, feeling my chest clench. It pulled painfully, like it was trying to expand. A need so strong rushed over me, and I could hardly catch my breath.

Love.I wasfeelinglove! Pure, deep, unending love for Darce. Swallowing, I tried to regain some control. It was filling my entire body, burning deep into my veins, and taking over every space in my mind.

“Okay, time for your last surprise. You go and wrap up warm. I’ll get ready to project us there.”

“We’re going through a whirlwind thing again?” I sounded too excited. “Are you taking me somewhere magical?”

“No,” he smirked. “But I am taking you somewhere with a lot of snow.”Lapland!Was he taking me to meet Santa!? “Go get ready.” I was back in minutes, and frowned when Darce wasn’t as wrapped up as me. He was in his usual black coat. “I don’t feel the cold. Darkness keeps me warm.”

“That makes no sense.” Rolling my eyes, I watched in awe as he swirled his hands and made a portal appear. I took his hand and we stepped into the shadow whirlpool.

The usual whistling sound filled my ears before my eyes adjusted to our surroundings. Glaciers stretched in the distance, as far as the eye could see. Snow crunched under my feet. I looked up into the night sky and gasped at the Northern Lights dancing above us. It was the most beautiful thing I had ever witnessed.

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