Once surrounded by books.
Now encased in darkness expect a few lights.
Alexis looked at me and frowned.
"Where is Tanaka? Why are you here?"
I shivered.
Shocked by loud his words were. Shouts echoing through the tunnel.
"I'm sorry...."
My words were scattered and quiet.
"Tanaka told me I could save you by turning you into a human. I didn't want to lose you. Alexis"
The slow tears turned into ugly sobs. As I cling to him in the dark. Fearing for both of our lives.
"Fuyu...."
I looked up. With tear stained face.
Into his demon eyes. Those vivid green fields.
"Tanaka said that?"
"Yes."
"How does it work? Raven might stop if he knows I'm human. I bet this is an attempt to destroy me so my brother has no competition for the throne."
"This is what we need..."

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Winter Song •「冬の歌」• CPN
Historical FictionCarefree isn't a word that describes Fuyu's Life. Bearing the burden of causing her mother's death during childbirth is heavy. When life can't seem to get worse she is suddenly whisked away into an arranged marriage with a mysterious half Japanese...