Chapter 1 UREKAI : In the days of old , the Urekai stood out as the strongest and most powerful beings in the world .
The ancient tongue called them fearsome beasts for : Like werewolves , they could transform into beasts .
Like vampires , they consumed blood .
And walked among humans with no one the wiser .
The ageless , peaceful , selfless beings preferred to keep to themselves .
Despite being feared and distrusted , they never responded with aggression .
They granted passage to any species wishing to enter their lands beyond the great mountain and welcomed everyone .
But five centuries ago , an unexpected species attacked the Urekais during their one night of weakness .
The humans .
While protecting his people , Grand King Daemonikai lost control of his mind , going feral .
Becoming a danger to the same people whom he had given everything to protect .
Although it seemed impossible , the Urekais managed to capture their kings beast form , imprisoning him in a secure cage , ensuring he could never escape .
But , consumed by hatred for humans , the Urekai plunged themselves into darkness .
Becoming the fearsome beasts others had always feared them to be .
Wearing their monstrosity with pride .
HUMANS : After invading the Urekais , a mysterious virus outbreak struck , No one knew where it came from , but many speculated their attack on the Urekais brought it on , While most males eventually recovered after a long struggle , the virus proved fatal for the majority of females .
Survivors rarely gave birth to female children .
Those left or bor became scarce and sought after commodities .
In many kingdoms , greedy fathers sold their daughters to breeding houses .
Some were forced into pleasure houses , existing solely for mens enjoyment .
Some faced terrible abuse in exchange for protection .
Even the wealthy and the privileged could not guarantee the safety of the females in their lives , as the mere sight of a female -be it an infant , a young girl , or an elderly woman drew unwanted attention .
Female children faced constant danger .
They are not safe in the society .
Chapter 1 Sat , Dec 28 PROLOGUE HUMAN LAND : THE KINGDOM OF NAVIA .
Its a g girl , your highness , Prince Garret froze .
As he turned , looking at the palace healer , his hands resting on has exhausted wifes body , shock uncontrollably.
He had secretly arranged the delivery months ago , and now they were hidden in one of the underground rooms in the palace , where his beloved wife , Pandora , was giving birth .
What did you just say to me ? Prince Garret hoped he heard wrong .
Perhaps it had been a mistake .
Please , gods , let it be a mistake ! But the pity in the older mans face couldnt be disguised .
The palace healer turned the little bundle .
The baby is a girl .
Terror crossed Pandoras face as she adjusted herself to get a closer look at her baby .
No.
Oh , the gods , please no ….
She shook her head vigorously fresh tears gathering in her eyes .
Tears welled in the healers eyes .
Tm so sorry , your highness .
No !!! Pandora cried out burying her face into her husbands waiting arms , sobs after sobs ripping from her throat .
Garret felt numb as he held his wife .
His first daughter , Aekeira , wasnt even four yet , and the king was already negotiating with the kingdom of Cavar to sell her to the highest bidder .
Because , apparently , Navia could use more funds .
King Orestus might be Garrets brother , but he was a tyrant , and his woOILL Now , another girl child ? Two daughters ? Tears filled Garretts eyes as he looked upon the crying bundle wiggling around in healers arms .
The world was not safe for either of his daughters .
Ill raise her like a boy , Pandora declared suddenly The healers eyes widened .
Are you suggesting we keep her identity a secret ? Yes , Pandora affirmed , her resolve strengthening .
This child will never be seen as a girl .
No one will ever find out ! first daughter , but by the B but , its impossible to hide something like this , your majesty The healer panicked .
The king will order our execution ! Then , we take the secret to our grave .
Pandoras voice was fierce , I was unable to protect my Light gods , I will protect my second .
Too dangerous , but Garret was all for it too .
This was their best chance to keep their daughter safe , and they would take it As far as we are concerned, the child I bore today was a male .
Pandora looked at the baby .
His name is Emeriel .
Emeriel Galilea Evenstone .
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Chapter 1 Emeriel .
Its a neutral name , and also means Skys Protection in the old tongue .
Garret liked it .
Fitting too , for their daughter would need all the lurk and protection in the world .
I agree .
Garret spoke aloud .
With the plan fully in his mind , Garret swore the two other men in the room to secrecy .
That night , Garrett and his wife , stood by the babys small cradle , watching their newborn sleep .
Across the room , their three year old daughter , Ackeira , lay curled under a blanket , her tiny chest rising and falling in peaceful rhythmn In all my years on this earth , Ive never seen anyone bear two female children , Garrett , Pandora whispered , voice cracking .
She glanced up at him , eyes glistening with tears .
I dont know what this means for us … or for them .
Garrett placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder .
Maybe it means they have a great destiny to fulfill Or a great sorrow in their future , Pandoras eyes drifted to their eldest , worriedly .
Tm so scared for them .
How could something like this happen ? Perhaps youve been touched by the gods , my darling , Garrett said in comfort I really doubt that .
Why me ? Why us ? He had no answer to that .
If thats true , Pandora sniffled , brushing her fingers over the babys soft cheek , may that god always protect my babies .
We wont always be here to do that .
Garrett pulled his wife into his arms , holding her close , fighting to hide hwn worry .
Because , she was right .
What were the odds of a couple in these times bearing not just one , but two daughter None .
Absolutely none .

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As he gazed at their sleeping children , prayer rose in his heart .
Whatever god you are , please… protect our angels .
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