World of Women-Chapter 33Book 3:

Charlie was still up there? I found myself feeling just a hint of a panic attack. Of everyone, she was definitely the most innocent and in the most in peril of being hurt. Charlie had no real attachment to the country of Matahari, and Im not even sure if many attached her to the country at all. Given how grandfather had raped and used Veronika, I suddenly had a sinking feeling that the same could be done to Charlie. As soon as I perished even, he might have taken Charlie under his wing, choosing to have her for fun.

A pit of frustration and anger filled my stomach, and even as the girls happily fawned over me as I went home, the feeling like I had to settle things on that island only grew. When the hovercar pulled up to the front of the house, there were three familiar faces standing there. Specifically, Brooke, Kemala, and Lyra. Lyra had an anxious expression on her face. Brooke looked upset about something. As for Kemala, she was as timid as could be. For the woman who had saved my life, she was holding herself, back bowed, trying to make herself as small as possible.

As for why the three didnt come to visit me, it was clear Kemala and Brooke had both been through a number. Both girls were beaten and battered. Only Lyra managed to get off the island without any obvious wounds. For Kemala, I had seen when she had gotten hurt, so her face now was no surprise. For Brooke, I could only assume that when I was assassinated, she may have caused an issue with some guards and was beaten. I didnt know what she had been through the last four days, but as long as she was alive, I was happy.

Cly I already know what youre thinking, Brooke spoke first, That island is a death trap. Im not going to help you get back on it. Even with your current identity, this is just a foolish risk. Youre home now. Were safe. Lets just leave things as is.

By the sounds of it, she had probably been thinking such thoughts and putting those words through her mind nonstop since hearing I was on my way home.

Clyburn Lyra cut in, I must return to my mother soon. I need to know for certain first though are you really

She stopped, lowering her head. There was no easy way to ask that, huh? I guess the thought still caused her to worry. Was I Caleb? If it turned out she really had just been tricked, it would definitely be a major psychological blow to my woman. I held up my hands and immediately reassured her with a smile.

It was me. I dont hold you responsible for anything. That baby inside you is mine as far as Im concerned, and you are my woman.

Lyra let out a noise of relief that must be held in for months. Her icy expression finally started to melt, and she ran and hugged me before saying anything else. After a brief kiss, she regretfully pulled away and then looked up at me with teary eyes.

I thought I lost you

I lowered my head. Im sorry, I didnt mean to worry all of you.

Please, dont put your life in danger anymore.

I promise, Ill be more mindful in the future.

Thankfully, she didnt notice my wording. I couldnt promise her my safety, not with the assassination plot still underway. The only thing I could do was promise her Id be careful. In the past, my recklessness had caused all of these women to suffer. I could see that now. I could see the hurt and darkness on every single one of their faces. I wanted to blame this world for doing that to them, but the truth was that I really had to blame myself.

As Lyra pulled away, she gave me one more nod and then walked passed me. A car was pulling up separate from the one I had come in. That appeared to be her ride. She was returning back to her family, it seemed. Technically, with her pregnant, she had achieved her goals for going to a foreign country. There might be some complaints from Matahari, but Lyras mother likely cared more about Lyras pregnancy and the child than she did over whatever deals she had cut with the Mataharin.

I took a step towards the house, and Brooke put her hand on my shoulder. Clyburn.

I smiled gently at her. Lets talk once we get inside.

I gathered all of the girls in the receiving room. There were just enough places to sit everyone. All of these women were tied to me in some way. Only Lilith was a woman who I hadnt had sex with. Well, it didnt matter. She had saved my life and, in that way, she was my benefactor. I didnt want to keep her from discussions, especially discussions that involved my future. I noticed Kemala curled up in a ball on one of the couches, hugging a pillow. When I walked up and put out my hand, she flinched.

I smiled as encouragingly as I could, Hey, Im Clyburn. Im not sure how to explain this clearly, but lets just say your brother and I were close. Were basically brothers, which means that youre also my sister. Do you understand?

Kemala hesitantly watching my extended hand, and then lowered her head. I reached out and patted her head where she allowed me. When I pulled back, I turned to the rest of the crowd. A few already knew the bits and pieces of the story, but for my immediate family, they were the ones that were kept in the dark the longest.

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There were rumors before I left. They called me some kind of chosen one. They said I could make equal amounts of male and female children. They were right

Rose seemed the most surprised by this, gasping just slightly. The other girls continued to stare at me in silence. Taking a deep breath, I started to tell them my story. I was done holding back from the ones I loved. Thus, I told them everything I knew honestly. Brooke, Mia, and Lilith who had all seen some of these things personally, were there to add support and even explain some of what happened on their side of things.

I started by explaining that I had reincarnated from another world at the age of twelve. I had the combined memories of this life and another life on a world completely unlike this one. It was a world with men and woman, where science had substituted just about everything that was done with magic. Rose seemed particularly interested in that aspect of the story.

I went on to explain everything else I could think of. Liliths presence. The attempt to summon demons. The apparent success. My time in the body of Caleb. By the time I got to that, Kemala had already drifted off to sleep. It seemed like she had been through a lot lately, and I didnt necessarily want to upset her further, so it was fine if she didnt know all the gritty details right away.

I finished my discussion going over everything that has happened since then. The assassination plot. Calebs death. I even explained Kemalas involvement in all of this. I made sure to address every question when asked, and when I finished, I lowered my head and waited. Although Brooke, Lyra, and Mia had accepted what I said, they all had already experienced some of it on their own. Mia had been cursed by a demon. Brooke had met them. Lyra had run into me as Caleb.

When it came to Hannah, Madison, Rose, Mako, and Aiko, these women had no reason to believe in such a fantastical tale. Rose and Mako were pragmatic women who believed in what they could see. My big sisters could easily decide that I was just seeing things. In short, the chance of me being rejected was present. A moment later, I felt someones arms wrap around me. I looked up to see Mako hugging me closely.

You believe me?

Mako let out a chuckle. How could I not? After everything, Ive felt. Remember, Im bonded to you. Dont think you could lie to me even if you wanted to.

A moment later, Hannah wrapped her arms around me too, and then Madison. Rose remained sitting, but she wore a gentle smile on her face.

We have no choice but to accept what has happened to you, no matter how hard it is to believe. Rose chuckled.

All that brother has told me is that he is even more amazing than I ever thought possible! Hannah said, pushing her face against my shoulder.

I dont know anything about any of this stuff Aiko spoke up dismissively, But I will say that you should worry less about such things and more about your children!

Even with three girls holding me, I almost stood up and knocked them all down. Thats right! My daughters!

Not just your daughter Mako made a light chuckle. Our daughter has been born since you were gone too.

Forget those women! You have a son now! Thats definitely most important!

My eyes began to brighten as I recalled the state everyone was in when I left. Although Mia hadnt been able to have her child, the same could not be said for Mako and Aiko. Both girls had their baby while I was gone, and in Aikos case like Mias, it was a boy. That meant I officially had four children now, and 2 of them were over a year in age!

My daughters and son had all been put down for naps, but I didnt hesitate to burst into their room. The one-year-olds grew excited and started hopping in their toddler beds. As for the babies, I apparently startled them and they began crying. I was scolded while I waited for the girls to calm down my babies. When I finally put the girls in my arms, a sense of happiness and satisfaction overflowed. I really did have a family here. I never would have left this country if I didnt feel like I had needed to make a deal with Ashtons mother. Afterward, I had experienced many things, and at least managed to push past my depression. Now that I was back, everything was perfect and there was no reason to leave.

I let out a breath of relief, reaching out and taking the card that she offered me. It didnt specify a name on it. It was just a rank and access numbers. It fell warm holding it. Mako had really been working hard to see me. Had Veronikas kill plan not been so ambitious, there was a good chance I might have run into Mako later that day. I had felt so distant from my family when I was gone, but they were always thinking about me.

Clyburn I want you to promise all of us the same thing you said to Lyra. If Brooke cant come with you, then your life might really be in danger up there. I want you to promise youre coming home.

I lifted my head and met each of the girls looking back at me. My hand was tight on the keycard, my light within the darkness here. With this, everything fell into place. I would get on the island, connect with the remainder of my harem, and then get them off the island with me. My plans were as simple as that. There was no use in overthinking things.

I promise you all, Im coming back.

And once I returned, Id never leave my family again.