Shifted Fate Novel

turned back to Carl , but he still shook his head .

Its too late .

I begged him with my eyes , but I saw the decision on his face .

He was set on this outcome , but I wasnt .

I pushed .

I healed from the brink , so can you .

I tried to pull back my hand , but he shook his head again .

His face was turning gray , and the light was fading from his eyes .

But he took a deep breath and rallied .

Daddy , let Amy help us .

Carlys little voice was heart wrenching .

Please .

She tried to pull away from his chest , but he started coughing , and his eyes widened a little as blood poured from his lips .

Daddy ! She screamed as she tried to pull away again .

Blood coated her back , as Carl lost his grip on her as he choked on his lifes blood .

He finally caught his breath , and he stared into Carlys eyes .

I watched as his defeated eyes filled with all of his love for his daughter .

Baby girl .

What is the first rule of our kind ? His laboured breathing was starting to gurgle , fluid building in his chest .

He was waning .

Everyone could see it , but he was holding on to make sure his little girl was okay .

He leaned down and kissed her forehead .

She trembled as she shook her head .

No daddy , please .

She pleaded .

Stay with me .

She looked up and kissed his cheeks .

Let me make you better .

Let Amy help .

Please , daddy .

He closed his eyes , and I could see his resolve teetering on the edge .

He wanted to stay .

Whats our first rule ? He pulled back to look at her .

Come on , baby girl , whats our first rule ? Her lower lip trembled , and her tears continued to fall as she sniffled .

She wiped her nose with her sleeve , as only little kids could , and she swallowed before she answered .

There is only one shaman at a time .

One shaman at the time , for the balance of the world .

Carly looked at him , and he nodded .

But another tear fell , and she leaned closer to his face .

But Im not ready .

Im not trained yet .

You promised youd train me .

Carl collapsed , so I pulled Carly away and helped him get to the ground fully .

He was trying to sit up , but I pulled him back .

I laid his head on my lap and then Carly cuddled against his chest .

He wrapped his arms around her as he stared up at me .

I wish we had more time , baby .

I really do , but you are special .

Like Amy here .

Thats why the goddess chose her to help you through your first vision .

And why I chose her to take over for me here ? You said you would watch over me .

She cried into his chest and his face crumpled .

Oh I will , baby .

I will watch over you both every day of the rest of your life .

He kissed her head a few times .

I might not be here physically , but as long as the goddess will allow , I will be with you .

He hugged her close as I ran my fingers through his hair .

I looked up at Erubus , but I honestly stopped caring .

There is a way to check in .

Carl snapped his eyes open .

What ? It obviously cant happen all the time , but I think the goddess will understand if I do it .

I gave them the only thing I could .

Hope .

Carly , on the days that missing your daddy gets too hard , when it hurts too much , I promise you that your daddy will be there to help you through it .

She shook her head as she looked up at me .

Dont lie .

Once hes gone , hes gone .

I gave her a small smile .

And I closed my eyes , opening myself to my power , and I called out .

Grandma , I need your help here .

This little one needs hope , and you can help give this man a sliver if peace .

I felt her hand on my shoulder as everyone gasped .

I opened my eyes and I looked up to see her smiling face .

Hello again Carl .

Carl stared up at my grandmother and then closed his eyes , and his face filled with peace .

Your little girl here is adorable , my lad .

You did good .

She sank to her knees as Carly looked up at her .

Hello , wee one .

( +25 BONUS Chapter 277 She sniffled again .

Who are you ? Im Amys grandmother , And this … She turned and waved her hand , the new cottage shifting to her old one .

This was my home , once upon a time .

Daddy said the lady who lived here died a long time ago .

And I did .

She waved her hand again , and the old cabin ignited into flames .

There was an attack , much like this one .

And like your father here , I gave my life for those I love .

That gives me a little leeway with the goddess .

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