...As Kael flipped the pages, the walls in his room started to crack subtly...could him knowing the truth have consequences?

Meanwhile, Layla examined herself. She turned around as she took in her new look, her new hair...

“ It's white,” She said breathlessly as she twirled.

“ Congratulations,” Her mother bowed gracefully.

Layla and Edward turned to the crowd. They're new attire shimmered and glistened. It was as if they were clothed in prescious stones and sparkling diamonds.

Layla spread her arms out as she took in the cheer that erupted from the crowd. While Edward behaved humbly and simply smiled and waved.

“ Thank you, Thank you! A big thank you from badass queen Layla,” Layla said.

Edward eyed her with squinted eyes. “ Lord,” Her mother exhaled. She knew Layla was a wild one.

“ I promise you that you'll be safe under my rule,” she reassured the people. “ And also, I want all the buff, hefty and strong men to be in my chambers at exactly 10pm so that we can conduct a drilling exercise,” Layla yelled.

Edward gagged. Santa's eyes widened in shock. Her mother covered her face and shaked her head.

“ Damn,” Mrs. Claus thought to herself as she crossed her legs.

Layla brought her hands down. And a wide, proud smile spread across her face. She turned back and smiled as she stroked her hair.

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Kael flipped the first page and started reading. The first few pages were about how excited she was to have a diary and how well she's been.

After a few pages about reading about her childhood, he finally got a page that has that symbol again. He ran his hand through the symbol again. He's heart skipped a beat as he got to the page. His breathing increased as she hesitantly flipped to the next page. As his hands touched the page, the aurora borealis swirled and shined brightly...but due to the noise of the jubilation and celebration, no one heard the northern lights humming.

Kael swallowed as he stared reading.

He's name is Karl, and he embodies the grace and strength of the Claus legacy. He’s the most breathtaking being I’ve ever laid eyes on. His dark brown eyes are like a magnetic pull, drawing me into their endless depth, and his fair, smooth skin feels like the softest winter breeze against my fingertips. His jet-black hair flows like silk, and I could run my hands through it forever.

But it’s his body that leaves me utterly weak. His broad shoulders exude power, his chest is perfectly chiseled, and his abs are sculpted like they belong to a masterpiece. His biceps are strong and defined, like they could hold the weight of the world, yet they make me feel safe and cherished with just a single touch. Every inch of him radiates strength and beauty, yet it’s the way he looks at me—with a gaze so heavenly, so full of quiet intensity—that completely melts me. How could anyone not be utterly consumed by love for him?

“ Karl?” Kael said softly. “ That must be my dad,” he smiled.

Several minutes after reading the diary, he got to a chapter full of dread, death and great loss.

....dear diary, I come with sad news. This is probably the last time I'll ever write my experiences on your glorious pages. Oh, how I wanted to fill your pages with my words of life and the spectacular wonders I would have loved to share with you. But not to worry, even though I might be with you physically, my consciousness will live. It will fill your hungry pages with the words you deserve. But while I'm still here with, I would like to tell you that I'm with child.  Karl and I have cemented our love with a child of our own. And we will call him KAEL. If my beloved and I survive this war, we will shower him with love. We'll make sure everyday of his life is filled with nothing but happiness. Even though life may come with it's challenges, it's sadness, Karl and I will make sure he has more happy than sad days.

Kael tears up.

Dear Diary, I cannot wait to welcome our child into this world. I really hope he looks like me. I want him to be as cute as me....and a little muscular. I can't wait to experience the joy of a mother. I can't wait to teach him how to use his powers....

“ Powers?” Kael's mouth dropped. “ I have....powers?

Dear Diary, I can tell that Kael will be a very powerful hybrid. A combination of the Claus legacy and my powers is a lethal thing...but that is what will make him a great ruler.

But I doubt my beloved's brother will let that happen. He stole my beloved's birthright- claiming that the heaven's bestowed on him that title....what a lie! And what's worse, he's driven my best friend and I apart. My sweet Ellie and I are separated. We used to go by the two E's. It was a nickname of some sort. She was Ellie and I was Elena. And nothing was better that that. But now, we're enemies....what a shame! I really miss my best friend. But I'll do anything to make sure my beloved ascends  his rightful place.

A few diary entries later:

    Dear diary, this war is getting out of hand. My beloved's brother has recruited allies from other kingdoms, realities, other universes.... it's fatal. And since I am pregnant with child, my powers have diminished....I have no strength to help my beloved in this war. All I can do is plead to the heavens for their help.

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  Alas, Karl has endured a painful defeat. Those monsters have taken away my beloved from me. I know not what they have done to him for I am still in hiding. But I can no longer feel my beloved again. Those treacherous beings have taken him out of this world. My heart aches. Why has this injustice taken place....

.....Dear diary...I am now in the captivity of these evil people. My beloved's mother has deemed me worthy of a second chance...but Liam begs to differ. They have imprisoned me. Dear diary, I will pretend like I do not know the diabolic plan they have for me...for the sake of my unborn son....with the hope he will be spared.

Dear diary...I have finally given birth. Kael is the most precious thing I have ever set my eyes on. And just like I hoped, he looks like me. My heart aches because my beloved is not here to behold this wonder we have created.

...Now listen, Dear diary, they have taken Kael away from me and my anger rages. But I am still weak and sick. I can only hope that he will be cared for. Now I can die in peace. But with my last strength I give you life. Even as I will die...I will live through you. My family and I won't give up so easily. That is why, on the day of the crowning ceremony...under the influence of the aurora borealis...you will come alive, and you must find Kael...but as for now, you will go blank when I die. These words I have filled you with will vanish for a while.

Dear diary, this is my last entry. I will take my last breath and hope to be joined with my beloved. And as for Kael, he will fulfill his destiny no matter what. He will continue from where he's father stopped. He will surely rule...I know it.

Dear diary, please pass this message to my son: Kael, whenever you see this...I want you to know that you are powerful and strong. You are a creature of unfathomable powers. You are made for more than just a holiday. I believe in you. And I know you make us proud. I might not be with you as you grow...but I am sure you will grow into a wonderful young man. I leave you with this final words....those people are thieves and must be stopped. End them. Destroy them. Eliminate them from every reality and take your place. Reshape the world as you please....for you are Kael...son of the mighty Karl!
I love you,
From your mom, Elena...

A tear rolled down Kael's cheeks. He drew his knees closer as he sobbed uncontrollably. But the words rang in his mind. With a sniffle, he wiped his tears. Anger, determination and regret mixed and fuelled inside him...he furrowed his eyebrows...the necklace around his neck humming as it slowly glowed.

.... something dark...has been released!

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