A change in the winds

A.N. Sorry for taking so long to post...I've been really busy and having a writer's block :-S I hope you haven't given up on me...

Chapter thirteen: Breaking news

The man took her hand and led her down below deck to the cabin he had been assigned.

'' What do you have to tell me? '' Kenna asked surprised when he had shut the door.

'' Have you been experiencing dizziness these past days? ''

'' No, not since I returned to the ship.''

'' What about voices? Have you heard any strange voices? ''

Kenna was getting slightly freaked out by this man. '' What are you suggesting? You think I'm insane? ''

'' No, not at all. I know something that you should know. It's about your past. ''

'' My past...what are you talking about? ''

'' Do you know who your father is? ''

'' No, he left us before I was born. ''

'' Did your mother tell you anything about him? ''

'' I never met my real mother, she died while giving birth to me.''

'' Oh, so you know about that... ''

'' How do you know all this? '' Kenna inquired a bit frightened.

The man rubbed his temples with his thumb and index finger. '' I know this is going to sound strange... '' He look up at her and exhaled. '' Kenna, I'm your father. ''

Kenna couldn't believe her own ears. That man was her father? '' What? How can that be? '' She said stunned.

'' I'm sorry...I wanted to tell you sooner but your grandmother insisted that I should wait until you were old enough. ''

'' Old enough! You left us without a single word and now you come here to tell me you're my father! I guess it was my grandmother's idea that you would desert us as well? ''

'' I had some problems I had to solve on my own...I couldn't drag you into that. ''

'' I can't believe this... '' Kenna buried her head in her hands. '' Is this why you wanted to come along? To tell me that you were my father? ''

'' It's complicated...I didn't know when or if I would see you again. I can help you defeat Tobo, now that you are old enough to know of your hidden powers. ''

Kenna looked up at him.'' Hidden powers? What are you talking about? I don't have any hidden powers. If you're referring to the rune magic then I've known of that ability of mine for years. ''

'' No, it's not your rune magic I'm talking about. '' He inhaled deeply. '' I think you better sit down. ''

Kenna did as she was told and looked up at him puzzled. What could he possibly be talking about?

'' I know this will sound very unbelievable but I'm speaking the truth. My name is Malak Kano and I'm an angel. ''

Kenna's eyes grew wide and her mouth opened to say something but her father cut her off.

'' Let me explain before you ask me any questions.'' Kenna nodded and he continued with his story.

'' I met your mother and immediately fell for her. She was so beautiful and kind, almost like an angel. I knew the risk of our relationship but one night passion took over and then it was too late. ''

'' So you're saying that you are an angel...'' Kenna asked in disbelief.

'' Yes. I know it sounds crazy but you've got to believe me.''

'' Why? I don't owe you anything. You are the one who left us remember.''

'' I had to, believe me. When the people found out about me I wasn't safe there any longer.''

'' All right, say that I believe you. Let's say that you are an angel. Then where are your wings?''

Malak smiled.'' I'll show you my wings but then you must promise to forgive me for leaving you. We must work together if we want to defeat Tobo.''

'' All right, I'll forgive you.'' Kenna knew there was no chance he could be a real angel, they only existed in fairy tales. She felt sorry for that man for thinking he was a godly creature, he was in need of serious help.

Malak stepped back to get more space between them. '' I hope this room is big enough... '' He mumbled as his wings suddenly emerged from his back and spread behind him. Kenna couldn't believe her own eyes, there were wings on his back. Wings!

'' I can't believe this...you really are an angel! '' She said astounded.

Malak put his wings away and smiled. '' Yes, and there's where the story gets complicated.

'' What do you mean? ''

'' Angels aren't allowed to mate with humans, they aren't strong enough to carry the child. When an angel and a human have a child it will inherit the father's powers but they won't be active until the child becomes eighteen. It's a very painful ordeal and usually ends with a miscarriage. But if the child survives its mother will die once it enters this world. ''

'' So that's why she died. She died because of your night together…you killed my mother. My unlikely existence killed my own mother...'' Kenna felt the tears fighting to break free.

'' I'm sorry...she wouldn't allow me to get rid of the baby. She wanted the child even though it would mean she would die. ''

'' I killed my own mother... '' Kenna mumbled as tears ran down her face. Malak took her in his arms and hugged her close.

'' I'm so sorry... '' She stayed in his arms for a while until she could pull herself together. She dried her tears away and spoke.

'' You said the child would inherit its father's powers. What powers did I inherit? ''

'' I'm not quite sure...it differs from child to child. You at least have the power to speak any language in the world, you understand animals and you can lit fires in your hand. The sickness you have been enduring is the transformation of your body to adapt to the angelic blood that runs through your veins.''

'' Wow, that's something...start fires in my hand? ''

'' Yes, amongst other things. ''

'' How will I be able to do that? ''

'' Practice...you need a lot of practice.''

'' Do I also have wings? ''

'' Yes you do, all angels do. ''

'' But I'm only half an angel.''

'' That's true, but you inherit both wings. '' Malak said with a smile.

Kenna laughed. '' So since I'm not an angel what am I then? ''

'' You are a nephilim, a half angel.''

'' A nephilim...telling Jack about this will be interesting... '' Kenna said worried.

'' Don't worry, if he loves you he will understand. ''

'' You don't understand...he freaked out when he found out about my magical skills. Being an angel is so much more extreme!''

'' It will take him some time to get used to but I'm sure he will understand. ''

'' You have too much faith. Is that an angel thing? ''

'' No, I just want to believe the best in everyone.'' Malak said laughing.

Kenna wiggled out of his arms and stood up. '' I want to know how to spread my wings. ''

'' Aren't you a curious child... '' He said with a smile. '' I'll teach you. '' He led her to the center of the room and stepped away.

'' Now, I know this most likely won't be successful for the first time you try so don't feel bad about it. The more you practise the easier the wings spread, that does also include other skills you may have.''

'' That makes sense.'' Kenna replied.

'' All right, now imagine that wings are coming out of your back. You must focus all your energy on your back.''

Kenna closed her eyes and did as her father had told her. She felt a tingle in her back and got a strong urge to scratch that spot.

'' My back is tingling... '' Kenna said, not opening her eyes.

'' Keep on concentrating...the tingling sensation is a sign that your wings are stirring.''

Kenna concentrated harder on that tingling sensation and felt how it grew stronger and stronger.

'' It tickles...a lot... ''

'' Don't lose your concentration...you are getting close. ''

Kenna focused all her attention on that tickling sensation until she felt a breeze behind her and the sensation disappeared.

'' You did it...you spread your wings! '' Her father said triumphantly.

Kenna looked over her shoulder and saw her wing poking out of her back. '' This is so weird!'' She reached back and touched the top of the wing.

'' It's so warm...it feels like patting a bird. ''

'' Yeah well it is made of feathers and it was inside your back. '' Her father pointed out with a smirk.

'' So how do I get them to disappear? ''

'' By doing the reverse of what you just did. You must imagine that the wings are going back inside your back. It's usually easier than to get them out. ''

Kenna closed her eyes again and focused on getting the wings back inside her back. She felt the tingling sensation again so she concentrated harder on getting them inside again. The tingling grew and grew until she felt the wings slide back inside her back.

'' Are they gone? '' She looked over her shoulder, there was nothing there.

'' Yes, they are gone. I must say I am impressed, I never thought you would master this so easily. ''

'' That makes two of us. '' Kenna said with a smile. '' I know that I should hate you for leaving me but somehow your presence here makes me feel safe. Now that I know what I am I will need someone to confide in.''

'' I will always be here for you Kenna. I won't leave you again. '' She threw herself in his arms and held him close. Then she peeked up from his chest.

'' When will the practices start? ''

Malak looked down at her with a smile.'' As soon as you are ready. ''

'' Oh I'm ready...Tobo is going to regret messing with my family... ''

'' You do have your mother's spirit. She was a great fighter, never let anything get in her way of achieving what she wanted. '' Malak said with a smile.

'' Will you tell me more about her? ''

'' Sure, I'll tell you everything you want to know. ''

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Jack was busy with steering the ship so he didn't notice that Kenna had suddenly disappeared. The weather was nice, the sun was high in the air and the warm breeze played in his hair. He had been there for a few hours when Gibbs came to summon him for lunch.

'' How time flies by when one be enjoyin' himself. '' He said with a grin as he summoned Cotton to take the helm while he ate. He followed Gibbs down to the galley where a few of his crew had already gathered.

'' Where be Kenna? '' He asked when he suddenly remembered he hadn't seen her for a while.

'' I don't know Capt'n, I haven't seen the lass since she accompanied ye from the brig this mornin'. '' Gibbs replied.

'' Where be Christian? '' Jack asked scanning the area. His eyes landed on him sitting by the table, eating.

'' Has he been in yer sight the whole time since we released him? ''

'' Aye Capt'n, never left me sight. ''

'' Good. Then we don't have ta worry about that happenin' again. ''

'' She's probably just restin' in her cabin. ''

'' Yeah, probably... '' But Jack wasn't convinced. '' I'll go bring her to lunch, make sure that ye don't lose Christian out of yer sight. ''

'' Aye Capt'n. ''

Jack went down to her cabin and knocked on the door. He got no response so he opened the door and saw that the room was vacant.

'' If she not be here then where can she be? '' Jack wondered as he left the room. He walked past the cabins and opened each one to see if she was inside. When he reached Malak's one he heard her voice inside. He threw the door open and Kenna turned around startled.

'' Jack! You scared me. Is everything all right? ''

'' What are ye doin' here? '' Jack inquired as he gave Malak a stern look.

'' We were just talking...you won't believe what I've got to tell you... '' Kenna said smiling.

'' Talkin'...why in here? It be a secret? ''

'' We needed some privacy. I hope you didn't mind. '' Malak said calmly.

'' Why should I? It's not like I need ta keep watch over ye all the time. '' He said to Kenna but obviously didn't like that she had been in there alone with him.

'' Can I detect a little jealousy? '' Kenna asked with a grin.

'' Of course not...I couldn't care less whom ye associate with.''

Kenna laughed. '' You are a terrible liar... '' She walked over to him and took his hand in hers. '' You don't have to worry, Malak won't harm me. He's my father. ''

Jack couldn't believe his own ears. '' WHAT! He's yer father? ''

'' I knew you would be shocked, I can barely believe it myself. ''

'' How can that be? Ye said he had left ye when ye were young. ''

'' He did, and now he's back to protect me. ''

'' Protect ye? From what? ''

'' Tobo. He's going to help us defeat him.''

Jack walked over to where Malak was standing. '' So this be the reason why ye wanted ta join the crew...? ''

'' Yes, I want to be there for her now since I couldn't when she was younger. ''

'' Couldn't...I'm sure ye had better things ta do than take care of yer daughter...aye? '' Jack said sarcastically with a look of disgust on his face.

'' I know you must think I'm a real scum but even though it sounds as an excuse it was better for me to leave her behind. ''

Kenna came walking up towards him and laid her hand on his arm. '' It's all right Jack, I've forgiven him...just let it go. ''

Reluctantly Jack stepped away from Malak and walked over to the door. He opened the door and turned his head to face them.

'' Lunch is ready in the galley, ye can eat whenever ye want. '' Then he walked out of the room and closed the door behind him.

'' I'm sorry…'' Kenna begun but her father stopped her.

'' No need to apologize, I know where he's coming from. I can see that he loves you very much and doesn't want to see you getting hurt again.''

'' I told him you wouldn't hurt me, I trust you to keep your word.''

'' I know, but he's been betrayed before by the people he thought he could trust. I have to earn that trust before he can be sure you are safe with me.''

'' You're right…he didn't even trust me at first. I guess he's just being careful.''

'' You should go and talk to him…this is a lot for him to process.''

'' I'll go talk to him but I won't tell him about what I really am…I just can't do it.''

Her father laid his hands on her shoulder. '' If you want this relationship between you two to work you've got to trust him. He won't desert you, not if his love for you is pure.''

Kenna nodded her head. '' I'll try…I can't promise anything, but I'll try.''

Her father smiled. '' That's good enough for me.''

Author’s note: So he’s her father…how may thought he was just another creep? LOL he sure acted like one. And he’s an angel…please don’t hit me for that! Probably a lot of you don’t know anything about nephilims, I had no idea what they were until I saw the Fallen trilogy. I apologize if anything I wrote doesn’t fit with angels…I can’t say that I’m an expert at those… I hope this chapter wasn’t too freaky and I sincerely hope you will keep on reading my story!