Chapter 5

He knew his father would be pleased. In a matter of twenty-four hours he would be married and the witch would be under his control. Then he would contain knowledge and power even his father would not have. She was the key. The link they had been missing for years and the time was near when the other side would learn of his existence...and fear him--even more so than his father. He heard and turned at his father's approach.

Source: Is everything arranged, my son?

Everything is right on schedule, father.

Source: Excellent. You are certain that this is the only way?

Yes. I have researched for many years, father, and soon we will have everything we wanted. I am right about this. Were you successful in awakening Cronos?

Source: Of course. He is at Alcatraz as we speak, consuming the vilest of human spirits. Soon the world will crumble under the chaos he will inflict on Mother Nature.

His wife will not be pleased. Gaia has been known to have quite a temper.

Source: That she has but I am confident that the Charmed Ones will not be able to stop him, especially after your nuptials tomorrow. We will have the prize we seek and with it, we will crush the other side. Her sacrifice will be worth it.

You never said anything about her death, father.

Source: I assumed that you knew it was the only way. Why? Have you truly fallen in love with...this witch?

She would not be a witch once we are married and I had hoped she would continue by my side, yes.

Source: I was unaware of this. You surprise me, my son, however, we shall see what we can do about this.

The Source turned to leave.

Source: Yes, we shall see.