Eyes of the Watchers (Codex Grigori Book 1) by Howe Jennifer

Author:Howe, Jennifer [Howe, Jennifer]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Wodan Publishing
Published: 2010-10-16T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter 8

Long ago, when the world was still new, mankind lived and died in pain. The flight from Eden forced humans to sustain themselves on the meager bounty of the Earth. Cities were few and far between and barely deserved to be called such. People struggled to survive and food was always a concern.

Our Father announced that Watchers would be selected from the various choirs. At the time, the idea of leaving paradise was not appealing to many. Still, we agreed to without hesitation.

Twenty commanders were chosen. Each would lead ten of his brothers, and Samyaza, being the wisest, was given overall authority. Recruitment was simple; no Angel would refuse the request of another. Each commander chose their closest brothers to accompany them into the world of men. While the perils were unknown, their faith would sustain them in the face of any adversity. Once prepared, the gate of light and wind was opened, and the mission departed.

They found the Earth shocking to say the least. The Light sustained their now physical bodies, but existence outside of Aeviternity was difficult to bear. Over time, they adapted to their new environment. They found solace in their duty, for as challenging as it was for them, they could see how hard it was for the humans. It was no surprise that many began to feel compassion for these lesser creatures.

In that time, before the word was given to them, few mortals knew of our Father. Most knew there was something greater than them but couldn’t name it. This made them easy prey to other forces and minor powers who gained strength from their worship. It was in one such false temple that the instrument of our fall resided.

Her name was Hecate.

She claimed to be a goddess.

Her claim wasn’t so far from the truth. She did possess many spells and abilities and her beauty reached a perfection one does not typically find outside of paradise. It was within Azael’s territory of observation, so one day he entered her temple to investigate further. She was waiting for him in the rear chambers. When he asked how she could know of his arrival, she said it was Phoebus Apollo who had told her.

She enchanted him.

Not with magic. It was her beauty and her sharp mind. When he was with her, he felt closer to his distant home. He found paradise again in her arms. Compassion was one thing, but love was something else altogether. Earthly love was different than that found in the Aeviternity. It was more seductive to worldly senses, senses that were still new to him, senses that learned to desire more.

The Watchers were soon thrown into chaos.

Those that learned of Azael’s lover were driven to discover what could influence one of them so. They had seen humans perform the act many times for procreation, but the idea that they could actually participate was beyond their comprehension.

Until now.

Humans were so fragile, their lives terribly short. Despite this they were capable of things Celestials were not aware of.

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