1. Welcome back to my legacy!
Last chapter, Francis and Diana started university. While he met and fell in love
with Miss Kari Gregory, Diana met two men she really liked, Nathaniel Eastsider
and Professor Damion Fuchs. Francis and Miss Gregory got engaged and the Wards
moved into a house on campus, allowing Diana to practice magic without anyone
noticing. When Abiona visited her daughter, she could feel she was going towards a
dangerous path…
2. Francis had been thinking quite a bit about what
Damion had told him. He was starting to believe his
friend had real, strong feelings for Diana. But he was
not sure they were reciprocated. After all, Diana had
been spending time with Mr. Eastsider, too.
As he always did when he was troubled by something,
Francis decided to talk about it with Kari.
3. “I just don’t know what to tell either of them.”
“Well, Francis, do you really have to get in the middle
of this?”
“I don’t want to, but I don’t think I have a choice. I
don’t like how things are going at all.”
4. “What bothers you so much? Isn’t it nice that your
sister is considered such a nice young lady that two
men are trying to win her over?”
“That’s one way to look at it,” Francis sighed. “But
Professor Fuchs is my teacher!”
“I know he is somewhat older than us, but just by a
few years, really. And he really seems fond of Diana.”
5. “He does, doesn’t he?”
Kari nodded. “He’s constantly calling on her, talking to
her, making her laugh.”
“I just don’t like my sister having two suitors at once.
It’s not proper,” Francis said as he shook his head.
“She can’t keep seeing both Mr. Eastsider and the
professor. What will people say?”
6. Kari could understand Francis’ point of view. To him,
appearances were important. It had always been that
way. And although she was happy for Diana, she too
thought that her soon-to-be sister-in-law should
decide which man she felt more for.
“Well, why don’t you talk to her about it?”
“I don’t think she’ll listen to me.”
“Try, at least. But Francis, be gentle.”
7. A few days later, Francis asked Diana to join him for a
game of chess. When she agreed, he knew this was the
perfect opportunity to mention how he felt about her
love life.
“So, Professor Fuchs visited again this afternoon?”
8. “Yes, he did.”
“He comes by very often, doesn’t he?”
“Almost every day, yes,” Diana smiled.
“How nice of him,” Francis replied. “I think he really
fancies you, you know.”
9. Diana blushed as she said, “Well, I don’t know…”
“No, Diana,” Francis interrupted her, “he does. It’s
perfectly clear.”
Diana didn’t know how to react. She had been hoping
that the professor’s attention meant he liked her
because she really liked him. Not only was he always
stopping by to keep her company, he was always
complimenting her and he made her laugh.
10. “How do you fell about him?” Francis asked.
“I… I think I’m becoming quite fond of him, Francis,”
Diana answered, looking down.
“Oh. And how about Mr. Eastsider? Are you still seeing
him?”
“You know I am.”
11. “And what are your feelings towards him?” Francis
wondered a bit sharply.
“Oh, he is so nice to me and so handsome, too. I do
enjoy his company.”
“Well, that’s just great,” Francis sneered, forgetting his
promise to be gentle in the heat of the moment.
“Wonderful.”
12. “What is the matter?” Diana asked, looking at her
brother, confused.
“Don’t pretend you don’t understand.”
“I’m not pretending, Francis! I don’t really know where
this conversation is going.”
13. “Well, for one thing, have you stopped to think about
what people will say about you?” he said, raising his
voice slightly.
Diana was speechless for a moment. Then, she
retorted, “Will say about what, exactly?”
“You are parading around the campus with two men!
That is not proper, Diana, and you know it! You are
ruining your reputation.”
14. “What are you insinuating? Both Mr. Eastsider and
Professor Fuchs have been very respectful of me. And
you and Miss Gregory often chaperone us!”
“That’s not the problem! You cannot see two men at
once! It’s distasteful. And it’s cruel to them, you
leading them on like that!”
“Well, it’s really none of your business, Francis,” she
replied as she started to get up, furious.
15. During the next week, Diana could not stop thinking
about what her brother had said.
She knew that Francis was right in some ways, even if
he could have told her what was on his mind
differently. But she understood that he was mostly
worried about her. It all came from a good place, when
you thought about it.
16. Personally she was not worried about her reputation,
but she did realized that she needed to make a choice
between Damion and Nathaniel. It was not fair to any
of them to keep them in the dark.
She sighed, thinking to herself how hard that choice
would be to make.
17. Tired of trying to figure things out on her own and
wanting some advice, she asked Miss Gregory to join
her on campus.
Kari could see that her friend was troubled.
“So, Diana, I’m guessing you wanted to talk to me
about your brother?”
18. “Yes… No… Well, yes and no.”
“Francis told me about your conversation. I think he
was ashamed, actually. And I have to apologize
because he came to me with his concerns and I’m the
one who told him to talk to you. I really thought he
would be nicer about it.”
19. “Don’t worry about it. I know how to deal with my
brother’s temper by now. I know he didn’t mean it that
way.”
“He’s concerned.”
“Yes, I see that. But I do think he’s exaggerating. I’m
hardly the town’s trollop,” Diana rolled her eyes.
20. “I know, I know. But you’re familiar with his need to
keep up good appearances.”
“Yes, well, you’re the one who will have to live with
him, right?”
“I’ll reform him, you’ll see,” Kari winked.
21. “I can’t wait to see that. But really, I wanted to see you
because I need help, I truly do. I harldy care about
what people think but I do care about the professor
and Mr. Eastsider. I know I should break up with one
of them.”
“Well, it would be nicer to them. At least, the one you
dismiss would have the chance to find another young
woman to court.”
22. “You’re right, absolutely. But the problem is I don’t
know which one to choose.”
“I can’t tell you what to do, Diana…”
“I understand that, but could you give me some
advice?”
23. “This is difficult because it was so obvious that Francis
was the one for me, but I can try. Let me think,” Kari
began. “You need to think about how you feel when
you are with them. Which one makes you feel better?”
“They are both such gentlemen to me, it’s hard.”
“What are their qualities?”
24. “Mr. Eastsider is so good looking,” Diana giggled.
“He is!” Kari laughed. “But do you have a lot to talk
about?”
“We mostly talk about our classes. He’s extremely
polite and charming. He’s much calmer than me, too.
He comes from a wealthy family, but he’s open-
minded.”
25. “And how about Professor Fuchs?” Miss Gregory
asked.
“Oh, he is so much fun to be around! He’s always up
for a game of chess and he makes the funniest jokes. I
feel like I can talk to him about anything and he’s so
smart. And I know that Francis likes him…”
26. “But he is older,” Kari added
Diana sighed. “Yes, he is. But not that much. Of
course, Mr. Eastsider is my age. But, I have to admit it
to you, please don’t repeat it… He bores me
sometimes. He’s so appropriate, all the time.”
27. “I see,” Kari smiled. “But that is not necessarily a bad
thing. Professor Fuchs might be more fun and playful,
but is he the kind of person you’d want to spend the
rest of your life with?”
28. “I don’t know,” Diana replied, shaking her head. “I
guess I can’t reach a decision.”
“You can think about it some more, I’m sure they will
understand.”
“I hope so. The last thing I want is for anyone to start
resenting me.”
29. As soon as the spring weather permitted it, Diana
decided to go visit her mother. She knew that although
they were disagreeing about magic, Abiona would still
be the best person to guide her concerning her suitors.
She explained the situation briefly, repeated what
Francis and Miss Gregory had said and told her
mother how confused she felt by it all.
30. “Sweetheart, it’s perfectly normal to hesitate.”
“You think so?”
“Of course. Those are two interesting gentlemen who
think highly of you and who you seem to get along
well.”
31. “That’s exactly it, Mama. And that’s the problem. I like
them both.”
“Yes, but what is your heart telling you?”
“Mama…”
32. “Diana,” Abiona interrupted, “you need to think about
yourself, not about Francis or his fiancée or anyone
else. When I met your father, I felt my life would be
incomplete without him. He made me feel stronger.
Who makes you feel like a better you?”
Diana was silent. She was taking in all in.
33. “Deep down, sweetheart, I’m sure you know who you
love and who loves you like you want to be loved. And I
am sure that who ever you choose will be the right
one. I trust you.”
The young girl looked up and smiled. She knew her
mother would find the right words.
34. “Thank you, Mama. It means so much to hear that
from you. You’re always so helpful.”
“I want you to be happy, Diana.”
“I know. And I’m sorry about our argument. I recognize
you’re not happy with some of the things I’m learning
about magic, but I want to reassure you. I know what
I’m doing and I hope you can trust me with this, too.”
35. Abby sighed. She was not sure her daughter really
realized what she was getting herself into. But it was
true that she trusted her about everything else, so she
would have to do so about witchcraft as well.
“Just be vigilant, my dear. I don’t want anything
happening to you that you will regret.”
“I’ll be careful, Mama, I promise.”
36. While Diana was in Shelterwoods, Damion was still
trying to convince Francis that his intentions towards
his sister were honest.
“Okay, okay, Damion, I get it!”
“Do you? You still seem to see me as a flirt. I just want
to point out that since I met your sister at the
beginning of last semester, I have not looked at
another woman.”
37. “Really?” Francis asked.
“Yes! I love her and I’m ready to do whatever it takes to
win her heart.”
“Well, she’s still hesitant. And frankly, I’m not sure
you’re the best match for her.”
“Why not? Because I’m older?”
38. “That and also because you were my teacher. It’s kind
of inappropriate.”
“Oh, Francis, when will you stop worrying about what
everyone else thinks? You know I could make Diana
happy.”
“Would you? She’s very independent, you know.”
39. “I do know that, and I admire her for it. I want my wife
to be smart and to challenge me. That Eastsider would
not understand her like I do.”
“All right, all right,” Francis laughed. “I’m not the one
you have to convince, Damion,” he said, raising his
eyebrows.
40. The professor nodded. “When is your sister coming
back?”
“She only went home for a few days. She’ll be here
soon, don’t worry.”
41. And so, on one of those warmer spring days, Damion
asked Diana to accompany him for a walk. Having not
seen him in a while, she gladly accepted.
“How was your trip home?”
“It was lovely, thank you.”
42. “I’m pleased that you are back. I’ve missed you,” the
professor said quietly.
“You have?”
“Miss Ward, I think that you know how I feel about
you by now.”
Diana felt her heart racing. “I think I do, professor.”
43. “Would it be presumptuous to ask if my feelings are
reciprocated?”
Diana blushed. “Professor Fuchs, I enjoy spending
time with you…”
“But you prefer Mr. Eastsider,” he finished for in a
whisper.
“What? Why would you…” she started, her hands
shaking.
44. “I understand, Miss Ward. He’s younger and richer...
But I really do believe that I could make you the
happiest woman on Earth. I will take care of you, I will
cherish you and I will always be there when you need
to confide in me. I think I’ve gained your trust and I
swear that I will never do anything to lose it,” Damion
said passionately.
“But…” the young woman tried to reply.
45. “No, Miss Ward, please let me finish. I love you. I have
been in love with you for some time now. You are not
only beautiful, but smart and driven and nothing
would make me prouder than to be with you,” he
concluded with a breath, feeling helpless now that she
knew exactly how strong his feelings were.
46. “Professor, what I wanted to say is that I’m extremely
happy you feel this strongly about me, because I feel
the same way,” she smiled brightly as they both stood
up.
“You do?” Damion exclaimed.
“Yes. I’ve had a lot of time to think over the last few
months and I’ve realized than nobody makes me feel
better than you. I’m always looking forward to our next
meeting and I cannot imagine not having you in my
life,” she explained somewhat shyly.
47. “What about Mr. Eastsider?”
“He’s definitely a nice young man, but I don’t think we
are made for each other like you and I are,” she added,
her face reddening. “I will let him know that I’ve
chosen you as soon as I can.”
48. “Oh, Miss Ward! You are making me the most
delighted man! I cannot believe this!”
“Then, maybe you can believe this,” she said, closing
in and putting her lips on his.
They both had butterflies in their stomachs as they
shared that first kiss.
49. The very next day, after class, Diana managed to find
Nathaniel Eastsider at the campus café.
She was nervous about the conversation they were
about to have, but she knew she was making the right
decision. Her feelings for Damion were much stronger
than those she could have had for Nathaniel.
50. “Miss Ward, what a pleasure to see you!”
“The pleasure is mine, Mr. Eastsider.”
“Can I offer you a cup of coffee?”
“No, thank you. Could I talk to you, for a minute?” she
asked, a bit anxiously.
51. “Of course. What about?”
“Mr. Eastsider, you are a perfect gentleman and I take
pleasure in you company. But as you may know,
Professor Fuchs has also been courting me and, well,
there is no easy way to say it, but my feelings for him
have evolved into love. Therefore, I don’t think it would
be appropriate for us to see each other,” she let out in
one breath.
52. “I see.”
“’I’m really sorry about everything, the last thing I
wanted was to hurt you.”
“I would be lying if I said I wasn’t disappointed, Miss
Ward. I really thought our relationship was developing
nicely.”
53. “It was, Mr. Eastsider…”
“But you fell in love with someone else. I understand,”
he nodded. “I guess there is nothing else for me to say,
is there?”
“I’m sure you will meet another young lady who will
suit you more than I ever could,” Diana added.
54. “Well, I wish you the best of luck, Miss Ward. I hope
Professor Fuchs takes good care of you, you deserve
it.”
“Good luck to you, Mr. Eastsider,” she said as they
hugged. “And thank you for being so understanding.”
55. The rest of the year flew by really fast. Both couples
spent as much time together as they could and Francis
and Diana kept studying hard.
56. As Francis was approaching his last year at the
Academy, Kari and him talked a lot about their
upcoming wedding.
“Darling,” she asked him, “would you want to hold the
ceremony at your parents’ house?”
57. “Um, I don’t know…” he hesitated. He really wanted to
please his fiancée, since her parents were no longer
alive and he knew she longed for a real family life. Yet,
he was not comfortable using the Ward house for their
wedding, as they would not be living there.
“Would you ask your parents about it, please?”
58. “Well, actually, Kari, I was thinking about something
else. Maybe we could have the ceremony at our
house?”
“But we don’t have a house, Francis.”
59. “Not yet, but we could start looking for one and marry
there. If would make lovely memories to tell our
children about.”
“That’s true,” Kari said pensively. “Yes, I like your
idea.”
“Excellent!”
60. “But Francis, I still want your whole family to be
present. It’s important to me.” She was starting to
worry he would never make amends with his parents.
“I know, sweetheart,” Francis nodded, knowing that he
would have to reconcile with Jake and Abiona soon if
he didn’t want to disappoint her.
61. Miss Gregory took the first chance she got to discuss
the situation with her future sister-in-law.
“He still does not seem ready to put everything behind
him. It really worries me, Diana.”
“Oh, I don’t think you should be worried. He will come
around.”
62. “But it has been three years! I’m afraid he will never
get past his pride.”
“I thought you were going to change him?” Diana
winked.
“His resentment runs deeper than I thought, I have to
admit it. I don’t even know if your parents will be at
our wedding.”
63. “That is still a year away, Francis has time.”
“I fear that if we don’t push him a little, he will not
budge,” Miss Gregory sighed.
64. “All right, I will try to help you and talk to him. I will
ask Damion to do the same. Maybe if we all say the
same thing, Francis will start listening.”
“Oh, that would be so helpful. I hope it works.”
65. Diana told the professor about their plan and he made
sure to talk to Francis about the importance of family
whenever they got together.
“But don’t you want your parents to witness your
happiness?”
66. “I suppose, so,” the young man answered.
“They could see how successful you’ve become, how
happy you are,” Damion added, trying to play on
Francis’ pride.
67. Francis layed on his bed, later on, thinking about what
everybody around him had been saying to him, lately.
“It’s as if they all teamed up,” he tought. “I guess they
do have good points, though.”
68. Francis knew it was time to let his parents back into
his life. If it had only been him, he would not have
done it, but he truly loved Kari and he knew it was
important to her. She wanted their future children to
know their grand-parents.
“Let's do this,” Francis sighed.
69. A few days later, as he was painting and Diana was
reading the Old Shelterton Herald, he took a deep
breath before announcing to his sister that he wished
to invite their mother over. After all, he was now in his
final year at the Academy, he was truly becoming a
man.
“Really? Oh, Francis, that’s wonderful! I’m so glad you
are finally ready!”
70. “Yes, well, I’m not ready to see Papa, yet.”
“Sure, I understand. I will write to Mama this
afternoon and I’m certain she will be extremely pleased
to come over,” Diana smiled from behind the paper.
71. As Diana had thought, Abiona was more than happy
to finally see her son again. She made the trip to the
Academy before winter came.
While they women waited for Francis to come back
from his class, Abiona admitted to Diana how the last
few years had affected her.
“Well, at least, it’s going to be over soon,” Diana said.
72. “Yes, you’re right. Your father cannot wait to see
Francis again, too.”
“I’m pretty sure once the ice is broken, Francis will be
happy to see Papa again. I think it’s because Papa was
the one to tell him he wouldn’t be heir that he was not
ready to see him.”
73. As soon as Francis came back, the three of them sat
down to eat. Francis was a bit nervous but he was very
glad to see his mother. He hadn’t realized how much
he had missed her until now.
74. Both he and Abiona were silent, not knowing what to
say. Diana was trying to makes jokes in order to lift
the atmosphere, but she was not really succeeding.
Her mother decided she would plunge.
“Francis, I just want you to know that I’ve missed you
so, so much these past years.”
75. It seemed that it was all it took.
“Oh, Mama! I missed you, too!” he exclaimed. “The
truth is, I’ve been a brat and I should’ve gotten passed
this issue a long time ago! I’m a proud fool, that’s what
I am,” he added, shaking his head.
76. “Oh, sweetheart, don’t be too hard on yourself. It was a
big shock to you.”
“But still, I acted like a spoiled idiot.”
“The important thing is that we are together, now. We
have so much to look forward to.”
77. “You’re right, Mama. I cannot wait for you to meet Miss
Gregory. You’ll see, she’s the nicest girl in the world”
“Nicer than me?” Diana asked, with a coy smile.
78. Abiona looked happily at her children as they started
to banter. It brought back so many memories from
their childhood. She couldn’t believe they were so
grown up now, that Francis was graduating in a few
months and that he was getting married right after.
79. Miss Gregory was relieved that Francis had finally
made peace with his mother and she told him so.
“I am looking forward to meeting her, you know. From
what Diana told me, she seems to be a nice woman.”
80. “She is,” Francis nodded. “She started with literally
nothing. She’s strong.”
“Just like you,” Kari added, smiling.
“I just hope Diana will take her position as heir
seriously.”
“Oh, I’m sure she will, darling. And she will have
Damion by her side to help her.”
81. “Yes. They do seem happy together, don’t they. Who
would have thought? I was really expecting her to
choose Mr. Eastsider.”
“The heart as reasons that reason does not
understand.”
“Well, they can never be as happy as us,” Francis
winked, looking at his fiancée who laughed in
agreement.
82. Kari and Francis were right about Diana and Damion’s
happiness. The two of them always had fun when they
were together, but they could also have meaningful
conversations.
Diana was more in love than ever and near the end of
the spring semester, she asked the professor to join
her in the courtyard where he had first showed her his
true feelings.
“Hello, beautiful,” he greeted her.
83. Diana smiled and asked him if he remembered when
they first were here.
“Of course, how could I forget? It was the first time I
got close to you.”
“Yes, you can say you caught me by surprise with your
dance!” she giggled.
84. “It caught your attention, didn’t it?”
“It did. I’m glad you helped me realize how perfect you
are for me. And I want you to know that I love you.”
“I love you, too, Diana. I have since the first time I saw
you.”
85. “Damion, would you spend your life with me?” she
asked, as she took a ring out.
“Oh, Diana! I should be asking you! I have no greater
wish in the world than for us to get married!”
86. They jumped into each other arms, their hearts filled
with joy and excitement.
“I’m going to make you the happiest woman in the
world, I promise you that.”
“You will always love me?”
“Always.”
87. At last, it was time for Francis to graduate. He had
completed his last semester with excellent grades and
received a Suma Cum Laude mention on his diploma.
Miss Gregory was also graduating and was eager to
start her new life with Francis.
88. “This is it, Kari,” Francis said. “In a few weeks, you will
be Mrs. Ward!”
“I know and I cannot wait. Francis, I’m so glad we got
through those years together.”
“Me, too. And we will have the rest of our lives
together, too,” he added as they hugged.
89. Many of Francis’ friend came over to take part in the
celebration, as well as his parents. It would be the first
time he saw his father since he had left home, four
years ago.
As soon as she set foot in the house, Abiona
congratulated her son.
“Sweetheart, I am so proud of you!” she beamed.
90. “Thank you, Mama. I worked hard and it paid off.”
“You were always a hard worker and I’m sure you will
work just as hard in the career you chose.”
“I will try, Mama.”
91. Francis could see Jake had entered, but he didn’t
know what to do. Abiona could see that her son was
hesitant.
“Go ahead, talk to him! He’s been missing you even
more than I have!”
92. Francis took a deep breath and went to greet his
father.
“Hello, Papa. I’m glad you came.”
“I’m the one who is glad to be invited, son.”
93. They looked at each other and suddenly, Jake pulled
Francis into a big hug.
“You’re a man, now, son. And a mighty fine one at
that.”
“Papa…”
94. “No, no. Let’s not talk about the past. I just want you
to know that I love you and that I’m proud of you.”
“I love you, too, Papa.”
95. Francis and Jake spent a long time catching up. As
the young man was introducing his fiancée to his
father, Diana was telling her mother about her
engagement.
“Sweetheart, that is excellent news!”
“Yes, I think so, too. We will be very happy together.”
96. “He doesn’t mind taking the Ward name and living
with us?”
“Not in the least. In fact, I want you to meet Professor
Fuchs. I’m sure you will like him.”
97. Damion was pleased to finally get to know his future
in-laws.
“Mrs. Ward, I’ve heard so many great things about
you,” he smiled.
98. “And I about you,” Abiona answered. She could see
that he was truly in love with her daughter. “I’m
looking forward to have you in our family.”
“That is so nice. I have to say I’m counting the days!”
“Just one more year,” Diana sighed.
99. The party was a success and Francis appreciated every
minute of it. But soon, it was time for him to leave and
Diana was finally all alone in the house.
As she settled on her bed, she thought about the year
to come.
100. Damion and her would have to start planning their
wedding and she would have to study hard, but she
wanted to spend more time practicing magic.
“Now that I have the house to myself, I don’t have to
worry about getting caught,” she thought. “I really
need to work harder.”
101. She kept to her word, read her grimoire thoroughly
and learned to make more reagents. She was starting
to feel more and more powerful. She even managed to
create fire out of nothing.
Diana always had in mind what she could possibly be
able to do with her powers.
102. Meanwhile, back in Shelterwoods, Francis had finally
moved into the perfect house. It had taken some time
for him and Kari to find it, but they were both excited
and eager to start their life together.
103. They celebrated their wedding in their new garden, as
soon as they could.
Miss Gregory looked gorgeous in her gown and as they
exchanged their vows in front of their guests, Francis
felt as if he was going to explode with joy.
104. “Kari, I promise to love you and cherish you all the
days of our lives.”
The bride smiled as she repeated the same words.
105. As the newlyweds kissed, the crowd clapped. Jake,
looking at his son, was beaming with pride.
106. The toasts were numerous and everyone thought
Francis and Kari were glowing as they cut their cake.
107. As they laid on their bed, after all the guests had gone
home, Francis sighed with contentment.
“So, how was your day, Mrs. Ward?”
“It was perfect, Mr. Ward!”
108. “I think I know how to make it even more perfect…”
“Oh, really?” Kari asked as Francis pulled her in to
kiss her.
109. Kari and Francis fell into married life quite easily. They
truly enjoyed their new found intimacy.
“Darling, I’ve heard Doctor Curtis, in Woodvale, is
looking for an assistant. I was thinking I could go
introduce myself, tomorrow," Francis said as he was
finishing his breakfast.
110. “That is a good idea,” Kari nodded, coming back to sit
with him.
“I would be a really good opportunity for me,” Francis
continued.
“Do you know a lot about him?”
111. “Not really, but from what I’ve gathered, he’s one of the
best doctors in the county. I’m sure I could learn a lot
with him. And then, in a few years, I could maybe have
my own practice.”
“That would be wonderful, Francis.”
112. “If I can convince Doctor Curtis to hire me, maybe we
could start a family of our own.”
Kari smiled. “Now, you really have to charm him.” She
was eager to have children.
113. “We will be the perfect family,” Francis added. He was
glad that they would be giving a more traditional image
than his parents had. He really thought that it was the
man’s job to work and bring in money.
114. Kari knew how her husband saw things. She truly
wanted a family, but she also wished to be able to
work, later on, once the children would be grown.
She would have to talk to Francis about it, at some
point. But since it would not be for many years, she
preferred to keep quiet, for the time being.
“There’s no need to fight right now,” she thought, still
smiling at her husband.
115. The next day, Francis went to meet Dr. Curtis and had
no problem persuading him that he would be the
perfect assistant.
Soon, Kari had great news to tell her husband. She
was expecting their first child.
Francis was delighted.
116. “You have to take good care of yourself, now,” he said
as he rubbed his wife’s belly. “I wouldn’t want
anything happening to my son.”
Kari laughed. “What if it’s a girl?”
“I’m sure it’s a boy, but I still think you need to rest as
much as you can.”
“Don’t worry about me,” she smiled.
117. Back at Shelter Academy, Diana was staying true to
her word.
She was keeping her grades up by studying hard and
she was spending as much time as possible learning
new spells all the while enjoying Professor Fuchs’s
company very often.
118. But her exploration of the dark arts was not
unnoticed. Linda Wilson could feel Diana’s powers
changing and with what Abiona had told her, she felt it
was her duty to go warn the young lady.
Mrs. Wilson sought Diana out and managed to find her
in Woodvale, one day that she was there to see her
brother.
119. “Hello, Miss Ward,” Linda said as she joined her on the
bench.
“Oh, hello… Mrs. Wilson, is it?”
“That’s right. It’s nice to see you again, I’m glad you
remember me.”
120. Diana did not tell her what she really thought; as she
remembered perfectly well how the woman had refused
to answer her questions, years earlier.
“Yes, it’s nice to see you, too.”
“I hear you are in your last year at Shelter Academy.”
“I am.”
121. “Wonderful,” Linda nodded. “And I also hear that
you’ve continued your research about those spells you
were wondering about.”
“How…” Diana started to ask, startled.
122. “Miss Ward, I’m the most powerful witch in the county.
I can sense every variation in the magic flow that
surrounds us. And I can feel what you are doing,” she
interrupted her, her voice becoming colder.
“What I do does not concern anyone but me!”
123. “You’re wrong! It affects all of us!” Linda exclaimed, as
she got up, imitating Diana. “I told you to stay away
from that path and I believe that your mother asked
you the same thing. Why are you ignoring our
warnings?”
“I want to know more! Why can’t you understand that?
My mother, as much as I love her, is not a great witch.
I will be!”
124. “You are travelling towards a dangerous road, Miss
Ward.”
“Why? What is so wrong about stronger spells? We are
witches,” she hissed, trying to lower her tone, in case
anyone was listening. “I want to make the most of it.”
“Miss Ward…”
125. “No! I’ve had enough. I don’t need your input on my
life and on my practice!” Diana said as she started to
walk away.
“You’ll regret what you’re doing, one day!” Linda
Wilson shouted, as she watched the young woman
leave.
126. “That’s what you think,” Diana said under her breath.
She was furious! “How dare she? That old woman!”
She could not believe what had just happened. “This is
none of her business. I’ll do what I want with my
powers.”
127. That is it for now, folks!
Will Francis and Kari have a son, as Francis wishes?
Will Diana finally listen to Mrs. Wilson's warnings?
How will her last semester at Shelter Academy go?
Thanks a million for reading and please don't hesitate
to comment on boolprop!
128. Credits
Jake Ward: Jake Gyllenhal by UfontKnow on modthesims
Nathaniel Eastsider: Nate Archibald from the Gossip Girl cast by enriquemt0 on modthesims
“No wands” mod: Created by Wojtek on modthesims
“Country roads” mod: Created by Stew84 on modthesims
Francis' house: Sleeping Beauty's Cottage by RuthlessKKO on the exchange
As always, I thank the wonderful CC creators on allaboutstyle and modthesims!
