Moon Lovers: Bound by Blood and Revenge

Dylan brought Lyca to the most secluded area of the forest. But surprisingly, the spot he chose seemed so magical. Thousands of fireflies flying around, giving them the source of light.

"I didn't know this kind of place existed here. I thought I could only see this in movies," Lyca gasped in amazement, her eyes roaming around the surroundings.

There were tall trees around them. The forest was far from being quiet tonight. She could hear the bird and the crickets chirping. It was like the forest turned alive.

Dylan pulled her and let her sit on the bush under a big tall old tree together with him. Lyca happily sat down, still watching the beautiful formation of the fireflies as they flew around them.

Lyca even tried to catch one, covering it with her palms. The small insect illuminated her palm. She could only smile as she watched it.

On the other hand, Dylan was glad to see Lyca's smile. A while ago, her face was filled with worries and fears. She was afraid after hearing that there was a battle between werewolves and vampires in the palace.

Dylan could understand her fear. She wasn't exposed to this kind of life. Being an ordinary human allowed her to live a simple happy life, away from this bloody war.

The Moon Goddess wouldn't allow humans to get hurt during the war of supernaturals. That was the essence of making ordinary humans the gatekeepers of the portal connecting the human world and the kingdom of Phantasia.

However, since Dylan brought Lyca to their kingdom, she was bound to witness this bloody war and her life might also be in danger.

"I'm sorry, Lyca. I know you got scared today because of the incident in the palace. Did you regret coming here with me? Do you want to go back to the human world?" Dylan asked her with an earnest look in his eyes.

Lyca glanced at him, releasing the firefly from her hand. "Of course not. I don't regret it. You and Marceline let me realize that there is another world as wonderful as this." She smiled tenderly at him.

"But this is not as wonderful as you think. There is an ongoing war here... Maybe staying in the human world will keep you safe." Dylan lowered his gaze. He couldn't look into her eyes.

Deep inside, he was afraid that Lyca would tell him she wanted to go home and leave him. Because once she told him, he knew that he couldn't stop her from leaving and he had to listen to her.

Lyca frowned and pursed her lips. She turned to her side, cupping Dylan's face. She hated it when Dylan was avoiding her gaze.

"My best friend said she would stop this war. I believe in her. She could do it. I have known her for a long time. Once she sets her mind to something, she will definitely accomplish it! There is no need for me to go back. I'm here to support you and Marceline."

"Why Dylan? Are you thinking that I am a burden just because I don't have power? That I am just an ordinary human?" Lyca questioned him.

"No!" Dylan promptly responded. "You are not a burden! You are my strength!"

Lyca's lips curled up into a satisfied smile when she heard that. "Then don't send me away. Allow me to stay here with you." Lyca caressed his cheeks using her thumb.

Dylan's heart was filled with joy. Of course, he wanted her to stay by his side.

"My sister and I are going to leave for a dangerous mission. I have to leave you behind. Will you wait for me?" Dylan softly said.

Lyca gave her a questioning gaze. "What dangerous mission?"

"Infiltrating the vampire's hideout and rescuing our mother..." Dylan grabbed Lyca's hands that were touching his face. He brought her hands to his lips and kissed them.

He knew that he couldn't guarantee that they could come back unscratched. It was an enemy's territory so anything could happen.

Lyca bit her lower lip. She was afraid for Dylan's safety, including Marceline's.

"Promise me... that you will come back... safe and sound," Lyca pleaded with him. "You're one of the reasons why I'm here. I don't want you to get hurt. Please be careful."

Dylan bobbed his head, giving her a reassuring smile. "Wait for me... I promise that I will return to your side..."

Lyca didn't know what had gotten to her but this was not the kind of reassurance she wanted. Subconsciously, she leaned forward, bringing her face closer to him.

Dylan just felt her soft lips pressed against his lips. Lyca initiated to kiss him! But Lyca drew back right away, leaving him hanging.

"That's my good luck kiss. I'll kiss you more after you come back." Lyca decided to tease Dylan. But it was a wrong move since her action awakened his flaming desire for her.

He wouldn't settle only with just one simple kiss. He was afraid that he might not come back if something bad happened to him. There were lots of uncertainties.

He experienced how powerful Raizel and Victoria were. He almost gotten killed by them if not for Marceline's interference. The same thing might happen to him during this mission.

"Can I kiss you one more time?" Dylan still asked Lyca's permission. He respected her every decision and he didn't want to scare her. But deep inside, he had the urge to grab onto her tightly and just kiss her all night!

"Dummy. Do you need to ask?" Lyca giggled, hitting his chest.

Before Dylan could do a thing, Lyca boldly grabbed the back of his head and pulled him. She crushed her lips into his, kissing him longer.

Dylan froze for a moment, trying to absorb what was happening. Then he just felt her soft lips brushing his lips in a sensual manner, reigniting the burning passion within him.

A few seconds later, Dylan began to respond to her kiss. He pounced on her, making her lay on the bush as he continued kissing her.

"Lyca... I'm afraid... I-I can't control myself... tonight..." Dylan murmured to her in between their kisses.

Looking into his eyes, she answered him, "Then don't... just let loose... Mark me..."