Chapter: Chapter 10: Claws and CrownsChapter 10: Claws and CrownsAs I was about to leave the hall, the doors swung open and the guards marched in, escorting someone. It was the king.“All hail King Zarreth, first of his name,” one of the guards announced.I quickly slipped into the shadows of a corner. He walked with the arrogance of someone who believed the world belonged to him, shoulders high, chin lifted. How could he sleep peacefully after slaughtering innocent people like animals? My gaze burned with disgust.He made his way to where Lucian stood. Before anyone could notice me, I slipped out of the hall and headed straight for the kitchen.I picked up where I’d left off, scrubbing dishes, when one of the mean girls sauntered over.“Hey, you! I bet you’re happy your little plan is working, huh?” she sneered.I ignored her, which only made her irritation flare.She leaned closer, her voice dropping to a hiss. “I know you’re trying to seduce Prince Lucian. But let me warn you—you’d better back off, got it?”The dish
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-12
Chapter: Chapter 9: FlickerChapter 9: Flicker(Lucian's scene)"Lucian, why are you defending that girl? Do you know her?" the guest asked."No, I don't know her. But I wasn't pleased with the way you hit her, that was wrong. She made a mistake, but that didn’t mean you should hit her," Lucian said sternly.The guest nodded, and their conversation resumed, but Lucian’s mind drifted to Kyra.Why did she feel so familiar?Kyra's POV The chief maid dragged me roughly into a room and locked the door behind her."How dare you mess up! Didn’t I tell you to be on your best behavior? It’s your first day and you’ve already ruined it! Remember what you told me about beheading you? I might have to take that into consideration!" she roared.I pushed myself up from the cold floor."Ma’am, I’m really sorry. It was a mistake , even the prince saw it," I tried to defend myself."Shut it! You better thank the heavens the prince was there to save you, you fool! Now get out of my sight!"I scrambled out quickly.In a quiet corne
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-11
Chapter: Chapter 8: The First SparksChapter 8: The First SparksI stayed awake till dawn. Sleep wasn’t an option, not after everything that happened.I went to Serah’s room and stood in front of the mirror.I placed my hands on my face, just like she had instructed. Slowly, my reflection shifted. My old features melted away, replaced by a brighter, sharper face. I traced my new cheekbones, my fuller lips, and wondered if I could ever get my old face back.After a while, I grabbed my luggage and took one last look at the house. The place I had found refuge. The place I almost called home.Then I stepped outside and headed for Kyratth.At the border, I boarded a boat. An hour later, I set foot on Kyratth’s soil and the memories came flooding back. I shook my head and kept walking.The town was as loud and filthy as ever. Vendors yanked at sleeves, shoving goods in faces. Beggars, old and young—lined the streets.I was back in this hellhole.“Ugh, watch your way, you dumbshit!” A man shoved me aside.I gave him a look that
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-10
Chapter: Chapter 7: Truth Before DawnChapter 7: Truth Before DawnI left the market quickly, eager to get back to Serah.When I arrived home, I rushed straight into her room.Cough… cough.My heart dropped—Serah was coughing up blood."Serah!" I ran to her side."Serah, what’s wrong? I was hoping you’d be better," I said, patting her back."Dear… I have to tell you something. I don’t have much time left."Cough… cough."Serah, don’t say that, please. Nothing will happen to you, okay?" I didn’t even notice the tears rolling down my cheeks. I laid her gently on the bed."Dear, I need to tell you something very important."My heartbeat quickened."What is it, Serah?"She cleared her throat, her voice shaky."Dear… I know what you are."Fear gripped my whole body.She knew?"Uh… how did you know?" My hands were trembling."I know everything about you, dear… because you’re my granddaughter."I froze. My entire body went numb."What?!"“Wh-what do you mean?”“Dear, your parents and I used to live happily in Kyratth. We used ou
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-10
Chapter: Chapter 6: Flames in the dark Chapter 6: Flames in the dark Back at Kyratth...King Zarreth and his family were seated in the grand dining hall for dinner.Alicia, the king's second wife, sat beside him. Darain, his second son from Alicia, and Lyra, his only daughter also from Alicia, were present.Zarreth had Lucian, his firstborn son, from his late first wife, who had passed away many years ago.“Dad, I’d like to say something,” Darain said, setting his cutlery down.Everyone turned to him.“What is it?” Zarreth asked, his voice calm but commanding.“Father, as you know, I have the Sight… I can see things from far away. Last night, as I was heading to bed, I saw a vision.”His voice trembled slightly. “A man… running like he was being chased. I couldn’t see his face—it was blurry. But he had iron chains all over him. And then, under the full moon… I saw him transform. Into a wolf.”Silence.All eyes were locked on Darain, especially Lucian’s.Sweat gathered on Lucian’s brow. His hands trembled under the table.
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-09
Chapter: Chapter 5 – The AwakeningChapter 5 – The AwakeningBack at BlackridgeEarlier That DayI ran, fast, wild, unthinking.Something was burning inside me, something dangerous. I felt like I could tear down the world with my bare hands. Like I could kill… and burn anything that dared come close.The moment I got home, I went straight to the washroom.I didn’t stop to breathe. I just plunged my face into the cold water.My skin was burning, hotter than lava. I cupped more water, splashed it on my face, shoved my hands in too.And that’s when I saw it.Fire.Actual flames, rising from my hands even though they were fully submerged.My heart stopped.My breath caught in my throat.What. The. Hell?In all my life as a witch, I had never seen fire burst from my hands, never. Not until now.I backed away, eyes wide in terror. My whole body trembled. But after a few agonizing seconds, the heat faded. My hands cooled. My breath steadied.I stared down at them, whispering, “What the hell is happening to me?”I didn’t reali
Huling Na-update: 2025-08-07
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