The Alleged Vaticine

This is the sequel of The Vaticinators.

It is way past midnight…the full moon lights the woods and a soft breeze refreshes the summer night…Gillian and Constance are in the lake, wearing long dark tunics, looking at the water:

- Poor child…she believes that there is a prophecy of some sort behind her marrying Erwin – reveals Constance.
- Indeed. And I am seeing that she’ll approach us to ask what that prophecy might be – adds Gillian
- At least half of the job is done, for (thank Heavens) she fell in love with the boy – continues the High Priestess’ assistant.
- And she will be able to protect him, when the time comes – concluded the High Priestess.

Meanwhile, Isha is in her room, meditating in the half lotus position. 30 minutes later, she opens her eyes «Aha…so the two are at the lake! I wish I could know what they are seeing…those two are such plotters; shocking!»

In the garden, Erwin looks up at Isha’s window and sees the lights on «Aaah…she can’t sleep! She’s probably thinking of me! I noticed how she quivered upon my touch…what a delicate flower!» then he turns to look at the moon and think of a way to climb up to her room, when he suddenly hears footsteps…someone is approaching...he hides behind a huge tree. He sees his mother and grandmother walking towards the house, all soaked and wet [“Don’t these two ever sleep?” he asks himself] «Don’t even think about climbing that window, Erwin! Good night!» says Gillian «Good night, grandma!», «Good night, sweetie!» «Good night, mom!» he replies from behind the old oak, while closing his eyes bearing a totally embarrassed expression on his face…

The sun is high, and the heat is at its peak. The High Priestess and her assistant are out to visit Isha’s father, the great Druid, and inform him of his daughter’s progress. This means that the love birds were left alone at the house.

The young initiate is in the library studying “Volancy” and her husband-to-be is in the living room reading “The revolt (story of the Irgun)” by Menachem Begin. 3 hours later, Isha rises from her chair and walks up to the living-room; she stands by the door, observing Erwin: he lies on the black couch (clad in a white shirt and Indigo jeans) with a pillow under his head; his bare feet over a pile of pillows [“His feet are perfectly carved and smooth” she thinks]; his left hand holds the book, while the right one rests on his well toned abs (moving only to turn the pages); his face is as tranquil as the waters of the lake, yet his eyes twinkle at each savoured word; his hair…his beautiful red wavy hair…[she sighs aloud]...

Upon this sigh, the young man looks over his book, smirks and asks «Enjoying the view?» Isha chuckles and replies «You are so full of yourself, it’s unbelievable! But yes, I am enjoying the view! Like the song says “it’s a nice package alright, I think I’m gonna have to ride it tonight!”» Erwin fills the air with a scandalously loud laughter and completes her quote «It’s all for you!» gets up from the couch, walks up to her, holds her from the back of her neck (drawing her to him) and kisses her passionately…

Evening time…Gillian is in her chambers, reading; when Isha knocks on the door «Come in, child!» Isha enters the room «May we exchange some words, Lady Gillian?» «But of course, dear; please, take a seat!» Isha sits…

- I’m rather curious about the reason why I saw myself married to Erwin. And if I did, it’s because there is a Higher Purpose for it.

Gillian pierces her with her blue eyes [and everyone knew what that meant]…Isha looks her straight in the eye and waits for her answer. 5 minutes later, Constance replies standing at the door:

- Why, child…the reason is quite simple: you love my son! Besides, if we look extremely interested in this union is because you have a good pelvis to bear children…there’s no fantastic vaticine in this case, I’m afraid!

Next Episode: By Fair means or foul