A/N: Just updating guys. By the way, I might merge some chapters together to make things longer. The reason is because I tend to make the shortest chapters in the entire universe. And I know that sometimes short chapters can be disappointing and people want to read more and get into the story more. I just want to improve my story guys. But yeah, if you see fewer chapters than what I previously had it's because I merged two chapters together to make one individual chapter. Anyways, I hope you enjoy.


Chapter 2: Please Father?

I came out of the bathroom, refreshed and ready. I hovered over the marbled floor, leaving a trail of water droplets. I headed over to my dresser and grabbed my brush. I began brushing my wet, blonde hair. I remember when my mother used to brush my hair when I was a little girl. She'd tell me that I have the softest hair that she'd ever laid fingers on. I'd always ask her why. She'd say it's because God has blessed me with these features. I'd always smile on my face when she told me that. She'd make me feel beautiful all the time. Even though my childhood years were gone, I would reminisce from time to time. I loved being a child. But I'm eight-teen now and it was time for me to grow.

I closed my eyes and took in a deep breath as I thought about my childhood. I opened my eyes and slowly exhaled. I was starting to get chills. I needed to get my gown on or risk freezing to death.

I hovered back over to my bed and got dressed. My gown was made of a silky, white texture. Golden stitches went along the sides of it. Around my waist was a golden string that tied completely around, and the ends of the string hung about. On my right strap, was a white rose. I went back over to my dresser and pulled out my jewelry box. I took out a few golden bangles and a diamond ring.

I was given this ring by my suitor that my father had found for me to marry. I haven't exactly put in any effort in becoming close to with my so called "future husband". I never really liked the idea of my father picking a suitor for me to marry. Why am I wearing this ring if I don't even love him you ask? Well the reason is because it would please my father if I wore it. I just couldn't say no in front of him. To be honest, I'm not attracted by material items. Sure they're nice, but that's not what makes up the qualities of a person.

I stepped into my golden slippers and headed for the door. To my surprise, the doors opened rather fiercely. My eyes grew wide and my mouth slightly open. I was shocked to see my suitor paying me a visit so unexpectedly. He gave a sincere face after witnessing my shock.

"I'm sorry my love, I hadn't realized you were behind the door." He grabbed my hand and gave a gentle kiss upon my knuckles.

I couldn't help but give a weak smile. I have to admit, he knew how to be a real gentleman.

"It's alright, Fang," I put my other hand through my damp hair. It was a curly from the water. "I just finished getting ready."

He stared me down from head to toe, acknowledging my appearance. "Well, you look beautiful as always," his green eyes stared into mine. I couldn't help but blush. I hated when he made me feel like that! I'd start feeling guilty because I don't share the same feelings as him. But to be honest with you, I'm unsure if he even does feel that way towards me. Is it because of my father, or is his affection true?

My thoughts shattered as he grabbed my hands. I jumped a bit and looked up towards him.

"Are you okay?" he asked me. I noticed the way his black hair shined in the light. I remembered the sun and turned around to see it had finally reached its destination.

"Rinna?" he tried again. I turned my attention back to him.

"Yeah, I'm fine," I assured him with a nod.

"Great! Lets head out then, shall we?" he pulled my hand and I began to follow behind him.

"Wait!" I stopped.

"What is it?" he asked in confusion. I hesitated for a bit. Should I tell him where I was going, or at least planning to go? Maybe he could help me. But it wouldn't be right if I just used him to get what I wanted. But I really wanna go, I'm desperate!"Umm... where are we going... exactly?"

"I was hoping we could go for a nice walk," he suggested with a smile. I could have sworn I saw a gleam in his eye.

"Well..." I started. "I was hoping that we could take a trip over the horizon," I confessed. "I've already asked for mother's permission and she said she'd consult with father about it."

He gave a fatherly look. I never did like that look. "I don't know. It could get dangerous if you're not properly guarded." he said.

I mentally rolled my eyes. I hate when he gets like this. It's so annoying.

"How about you come along?" I suggested. I mentally smacked myself for saying that. I didn't really want him to come. I was just trying to get him off my back. But now that I invited him along he'll probably be weighing me down the whole time we're there.

"Hmm... how about I consult with your father about letting you visit. I'll just tell him that you'll be guarded by me."

"You'll do that?" I asked.

"Anything for you," he smiled again. I couldn't help but blush again. Damn it! He did it again!

"Okay, let's go!" It was my turn to lead. I grabbed him hand and headed out towards the door in incredible speed. The force from my wings caused my doors to close. We left a trail of matching white feathers behind. We headed down the stairs and made a left down the hall. On the walls were glass framed pictures of family portraits and important people (possibly great ancestors. Fang had his eyes on the back of my head the whole time. I felt the tip of his nose come in contact with my hair, and pretty soon I felt a sniff. I rolled my eyes. Seriously? Geez, man!

We came across two big, fancy doors, much like mine. Fang pushed them open, revealing my parents, who seemed to be engaged in a fierce conversation. They were sitting upon their thrones chatting away. We hovered above the red carpet and soon reached them. They were still chatting away.

"Dear, she can take care of herself. She's eight-teen after all," I heard my mom say.

"I know, but this is her first time visiting. She's not aware of that land," I flinched at my father's words.

He made me seem like I was some helpless little child. I know I've never been familiar with that place, but if they let me go, they'd see that I don't need any protection.

They were still going at it. This was getting more and more annoying by the minute. Fang stepped in front of me and gave a loud "AHEM!" signaling my parents that we were standing there the whole time.

They whipped their heads around to see us standing there. My hands folded upon my chest and Fang stood there with a rather cocky grin on his face. I could have sworn I saw red in their faces.

"Oh, hello! We were just... discussing... mommy and daddy stuff…" my mother said.

"Actually, we came to ask of your permission, your majesty," Fang said giving a slight bow.

"Oh?" my father raised an eye brow.

"I'd be honored to escort your daughter to the horizon."

Escort? I didn't want him to come in the first place! Let alone babysit me!

My mother and father looked at each other and then back at us.

"Do you feel that you are up for it, Fang? There can be danger lurking around," my father said.

"Yes, I assure you sir. I will not let anything happen to her. I will guard her with my life. You have my word."

My father put some thought into it. As long as I had someone guarding me, he was sure to say yes. Right?

"Well, alright. I trust you with my daughter. After all, you are my future son-in-law." My father smiled.

I rolled my eyes mentally. Oh brother.

"Thank you sir," he said.

I ran up and hugged my father and then my mother. "Thank you both!" They returned the gesture.

I looked at Fang. He still had that same smirk on his face. To my and his surprise, I ran up and hugged him. He embraced my hug. My parents were smiling at the scene. What the hell am Idoing? Noticing this I quickly removed myself from him.

"Ugh... y-you ready?" I asked.

"Ready when you are, beautiful," he said with a confident tone.

My face flushed with red yet again. Damn it!

...

I couldn't believe I was actually going! More importantly I couldn't believe Fang had actually convinced my father into letting me go. I hate to say it, but I'm actually grateful. I know I'd have to repay him sooner or later. I'll probably regret it, but it is the right thing to do.

I eagerly flew down the same hall. Fang was right behind me. When we got to the corner, I took a sharp right turn. This hall way was a bit longer than the previous hall. Just down this hall were two silver doors. I was just about to open the doors when Fang stopped me.

"Allow me," he said. He pushed open the two doors, revealing two Pegasus, one white and the other a cream-orange; both were attached to a golden-yellow chariot. They just finished eating out of their feeding bags. I went over to the first on the left and removed her bag. Fang removed the other.

These are my pet Pegasus, Snow and Sun. They were given to me when I was young. They were both babies when I got them; no big than a puppy. They've been by my side all this time and have grown with me. Whenever I'd feel sad or mad, I'd come and see them.

"Hey! How's my little snow flake?" I gave baby talk to Snow. I turned to see Sun. "And what about you Ms Sunshine?" Sun gave a slight neigh.

I looked up to see Fang smirking at me. "What?" I asked.

"They're like your babies," he mocked. I glared at him.

"Well, they kind of are."

His expression began to light up a bit. "Well, I think it's cute," he leaned in closer to me.

Ugh! This isn't the time for that! But I immediately began to blush again. What the hell is wrong with me?!

"Ugh... not the time," I told him. Before I could turn away from him, he grabbed me by my arms and looked deeper into my eyes. His green eyes looked like a field of luscious grass that flew gently in the breeze. My tense expression began to lighten up. I lowered my eyes from wide to calm. I couldn't help but gaze into his eyes. Another gleam shined in his pupil. He had me. I gave a flinch when he began moving in closer to me. I couldn't move. I just froze. Seconds later he was just inches away from my lips. I had no choice but to give in. Has he finally let my guard down? I closed my eyes and awaited my punishment.

"Yeah, you're right," he said softly.

I opened an eye to see him stop right in front of me. I was relieved yet disappointed and just downright pissed. First he makes me stare at him, and then he makes a move on me only to have me looking like a complete idiot? Who the hell does he think he is? Doesn't he know not to mess with a woman's emotions?

"I am?" I blurted out. He gave a confused look at my comment.

"I mean... O-of course I am!" I corrected myself.

He began walking towards Sun and began to pet her. I couldn't help but notice the way Sun was giving an uncomfortable look towards his touch.

"We should get going," he said.

"Yeah," I said a bit cold. I walked over to Snow's side and stepped onto the chariot. Fang sat on the other side and grabbed a-hold of Snow and Sun's strings.

My eyes widened and I smacked his hand away. "What are you doing?!" I said in a hostile tone.

"Grabbing the controls?" he said as if it were that obvious.

"Well, I hate to burst your bubble bud, but I'm drivin'. Not you," I pointed a finger at his chest.

"Okay, okay! Relax. I just figured I'd drive. But they're your horses so go ahead."

I gave a scowl towards his comment on Snow and Sun being "horses" when they were far more than just that.

"They're Pegasus," I said sternly.

"Right…" he shrugged.

I rolled my eyes.

Just up ahead was a takeoff road; much like an air port. I grabbed hold of the strings and whipped them, signaling Snow and Sun to take off. And they did as they were told. They reached the end of the road and leaped into the air. Their wings began to flap in unison. Soon we were off into the skies. Just a few miles ahead was the horizon. I couldn't wait to see what adventures lay ahead.

In just a few minutes, we reached the horizon. We landed on a nearby cloud. I set the strings aside and stepped in front of Snow and Sun.

"I'll be back, you two. Stay put and stay safe," I rubbed their heads and mains. They responded and rubbed their heads against my arms. I wrapped my arms around both of their necks and hugged them tightly. Finally I released them and started walking towards Fang.

"Well, lead the way," I told Fang.

He nodded and grabbed my hand. He started walking me towards the horizon. I couldn't believe how different it looked up close. It looked like a row of ice and dust mixed with orange, pink, and a light blue. It was so amazing! I couldn't wait to explore more.

"Well, now you've seen it c'mon," Fang started to head back.

By instinct, I refused to go. "What? That can't be it!" I exclaimed.

"No, that's pretty much it," he assured me.

"I know there's just more beyond this horizon! Why else would it be so forbidden?"

Fang looked at me sternly. "I-I promised your dad that I would protect you…"

"I understand that, but I can't leave just yet. I know that there's something more here, something that they didn't want me to see. I have to find out. They've kept this secret hidden from me for too long. And I need you to help me. Look, I promise that I won't get hurt. You'll be standing by me the whole time."

He looked down at the cloud we were standing on. I know he didn't want to risk putting me in danger but I had to see for myself just what's beyond this horizon. He looked back at me with a less tense expression.

"Alright, I'll take you. Just… don't wander off too far," he told me.

I nodded in agreement. He grabbed my hand again and led me to the horizon's barrier. He raised a hand over the horizon's glittery wall and a light shined from his hand. A white light in the shape of a door formed. He began walking inside it and I followed. We reached the other side. My smile slowly faded away as I looked upon the scenery before me. I couldn't believe my eyes. The background had completely changed. Instead of a heavenly paradise it was a terrifying hell. There were trees that seemed dead and lifeless with no leaves. And all over the ground was dust and ashes. Up ahead was a pile of bones lying around. There were more piles laying around, displaying much more death and decay in the area. I jumped as I turned to my right to see a big skeleton body lying there life-less and dry. The skeleton looked to be in the shape of an unfamiliar animal. I held my heart to my chest as I pictured what huge and terrifying creature could've existed in this world. I had a pretty good idea why this place was so forbidden.


I landed in a nearby tree with my sword held high in my hand. I slung it over my shoulder. I grabbed a-hold of the tree so I could maintain my balance. I looked over and saw the blood still stained on my hand. I looked down and saw that my chest was halfway covered in blood. Demon blood actually. I just finished off these last few. It's been hell trying to survive in this dreadful place. Everywhere I turn there are demons ready to rip my… I paused.

I looked down to see a pair of wings flapping about. They didn't look like any ordinary wings. No, they were the wings of an angel. They were white and clean. Nothing here ever stays clean. I leaned forward to get a better look. I could see something golden. It had a curly volume and a golden blonde color. Kinda reminds me of macaroni. What the hell? This is no time to be thinking about food.

I moved in even closer. This time I could see a lot better, and I had to say, I was quite pleased with what I saw. Beyond all that curly yellow and white fluffy wings was a pretty, angelic face. Her eyes were a blue greenish color, and her lips were a plush pink. They reminded me of cotton candy. I'd sure like to taste em'... What the fuck am I talking about? Man, I gotta control myself. Now where was I?

Just as I was about to regain my thoughts, I saw another pair of wings. They weren't as clean as the other pair. I cocked my head over one too many and rolled my eyes at the site of a man with black hair standing next to her. Damn, she's got a man. Just my luck…

My eyes grew wide at the sight of her pushing him off just as he was about to make a move on her. Ha! Guess he isn't as smooth as he thinks he is. I leaned in more to catch more of the action. Unaware of my loose grip, I slipped off of the tree and fell straight on the ground.

"What was that?" I hear her say in fear.

Ah damn it... Her voice is as cute as she is…


A/N: After re-reading this chapter, I feel like I could've added more. But I guess if I think of anything more I'll add it. By the way, in case anyone was confused about the last point of view was supposed to be Dante… sorry spoiler alert in case you are new to this story. :)