Chapter: Chapter 64: Nyra's CheckmateVireya’s POV I burst through the castle doors and sprinted toward the holding yard, my heart pounding louder than my footsteps. The air outside was heavy with the stench of blood, sweat, and iron, of chains too tight and hope too thin.There they were, new prisoners lined up like cattle, wrists bound, their faces hollow with exhaustion and fear. Xareth stood among them, arms crossed, overseeing it all like a vulture admiring his kill.“Kavira? Kavira!” I called out desperately, my voice cracking with panic.Xareth turned, brows furrowing in confusion. “What is it now?” he asked, clearly annoyed.“Is there a girl named Kavira here?” I asked, louder this time, scanning the sea of faces for hers.No one answered. I moved forward, weaving through the prisoners until I knelt before one young woman with blood on her cheek and dust in her hair. Her eyes met mine trembling.“Please,” I whispered. “The Beta of Drifthollow… what happened? Where is his daughter, Kavira?”Tears welled in her ey
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Chapter: Chapter 63: A Spark In The RuinsVireya’s POV “Can I ask you something?” I asked her.“Of course. Anything,” she said gently.“How did Xareth become the Alpha?” I ventured, watching her face closely.At the mention of his name, she flinched, visibly. Her hand trembled slightly as she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear.“Don't mention his name,” she whispered, her voice cracking like dry leaves underfoot.“Has he always been the Alpha? And those council members, I’ve never even seen them hold a proper meeting. How does this even work?” I pressed.She drew in a long, shaky breath, her gaze drifting toward the horizon as though the memory itself was a weight pressing on her chest.“He came here about five years ago, right after I gave birth to my little girl,” she murmured, her voice laced with sorrow. “I won’t ever forget that night.”“He destroyed everything,” she continued. “Those who sided with him, they were rewarded. Made into council members. They take what they want, land, resources, even people, and
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Chapter: Chapter 62: Hunger And HonorVireya's POV I stared at her, confusion tightening my brow. “I don’t get it. Zevarion isn’t here. So what exactly are you saying?”“I know he isn’t here,” she replied, her tone clipped, eyes glittering with sharp intent. “But he’ll return. He always does. Say it now, reject him, and when he comes back, he’ll be mine.”I opened my mouth to question the logic, how could spoken words bind a fate like that? But then I stopped myself.She was a demon. I didn’t need to understand how. I just knew I wasn’t going to do it. With a heavy sigh, I pushed myself up and stood.“Trust me,” she called as I turned away. “You’ll find out there’s no other way to rid yourself of that necklace. It will keep draining you, piece by piece, until you lose your soul.”I didn’t respond. I just walked, but she wasn’t done.“I could give you everything and more,” she said, her voice silk over steel. “But reject my offer, and all that waits for you is suffering.”I didn’t flinch or look back. I left her chambers
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Chapter: Chapter 61: When Desperation KnocksVireya's POV After Xareth left, I didn’t move much. My body had reached its limit, drained, sore, and hollowed out. Rest wasn’t a choice; it was a necessity. I needed time to rebuild the strength that had bled out of me, piece by fragile piece.For three days, all I did was sleep and eat. That was it. The simplest acts, chewing, swallowing, drifting back into dreams, became my sanctuary. And strangely, it worked. Slowly, the weight behind my eyes lifted. The deathly pallor on my face began to soften with warmth. I could breathe a little easier, sit up without feeling like my bones would crumble, life was returning.On the fourth day, after a quiet breakfast, I slipped into fresh clothes and decided it was time. I needed to find the Living Book.A few days ago, the idea of climbing the stairs would’ve felt like scaling a mountain. But now, though my legs still trembled slightly, I moved with a surprising ease.I reached the third floor and paused. A flicker of thought crossed my mind
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Chapter: Chapter 60: Twelve Days Of RuinVireya's POV Siora returned moments later, carrying a tray of warm food, but when she saw me, curled into myself, tears silently streaming down my cheeks, she dropped it without hesitation.“Oh, Vireya…” she breathed, rushing to my side.She sat beside me, her arms wrapping around me without a second thought. I clung to her, sobbing silently into her shoulder. She didn’t ask questions, or didn’t try to stop me. She just held me, steady and quiet, her warmth a balm to the cold storm inside me.Her embrace reminded me that I was still still alive. That someone still cared.Eventually, my breathing slowed. I pulled back, wiping my face with trembling fingers, to my surprise, Siora’s cheeks were wet too.She smiled softly through her tears and reached for my hand.“I believe we’ll be fine,” she said gently. “Everything will be alright. And if it’s not…” her voice trembled, “then it’s not the end.”A shaky breath escaped my lips. “I hope so,” I whispered. Gods, I hope so.When the tears h
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Chapter: Chapter 59: The Pull Of The ChainVireya's POV It happened faster than the blink of an eye, one moment, I was in Zevarion’s arms, sobbing into his chest. The next, everything vanished into suffocating darkness.A voice cut through the void, smooth, mocking, unmistakable.“Welcome, my princess,” Xareth drawled, each word laced with sarcasm.My eyes snapped open, and a sharp gasp escaped my lips. I was standing in his chambers.The walls loomed high around me, draped in shadows and blood-red silk. Xareth stood before me, lips curled in amusement. My legs trembled as I staggered backward, panic clawing at my chest.“No… no, no…” I spun around, desperate to flee.“Stop.”The command cracked like a whip, and my body froze mid-step. I tried to scream, to run, to resist, but I was a puppet to his voice.“Come here,” he said calmly.Against my will, my feet moved. Each step toward him felt like walking into a grave. I stopped just inches away, the scent of pine and iron coiling around me.He rose from his seat with that twis
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Chapter: Chapter 104 (Finale)Athena's POVFive years later… As the evening sun cast its golden glow upon us, I found myself drawn once again to Tala's grave, my hand instinctively resting on my swollen belly as I settled onto the grass beside her final resting place."Hey, dear... I'm sorry I haven't visited for a while. A lot has been happening," I began, my voice soft as I spoke to the silent earth beneath me. "You know, as the head of the council of Alphas, it's been hectic, but I enjoy it," I chuckled softly, the weight of my responsibilities tempered by the knowledge that I was carrying new life within me.Bringing out the water bottle I had brought with me, I took a sip before carefully arranging the forest flowers I had gathered on Tala's grave, a small gesture of remembrance and love."You know, I miss you Tala," I continued. “Let me tell you what had been happening, Ulf is still carrying her duty very well. Whiterun is now a full pack... Can you believe that?" I asked with a hint of disbelief in my voi
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Chapter: Chapter 103 (A Council Of Alphas)Athena's POV"No! No! No!" I screamed the anguish that had been building within me finally bursting forth. The memories of our time together flashed before my eyes, each moment etched into my soul with painful clarity. The laughter, the tears, the shared joys and sorrows... they all came rushing back with a force that threatened to consume me whole.But even as I crumbled to the ground, consumed by grief and despair, a flicker of determination ignited within me. Tala may be gone, but her legacy would live on through me, a beacon of strength and resilience in the face of adversity.Tears blurred my vision as I pleaded with the guardian for some semblance of solace, any glimmer of hope in the face of overwhelming despair."I can't do anything but allow you to see her, but nothing can be done," she offered her words a bittersweet reminder of the limits of her power. With a desperate nod, I accepted her offer, willing to grasp at any fleeting chance to be with Tala once more.In an insta
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Chapter: Chapter 102 (Death is Inevitable)Athena's POVAs Ostana's urgent plea pierced the air, we wasted no time, gathering provisions and milk for Queen before setting out.With each step, our pace quickened, the rhythmic thud of our boots echoing against the forest floor as we plunged deeper into the darkness. As night fell, we used torches. It was nearly midnight when Ralph, exhaustion etched into his features, finally suggested a moment's bedtime. We collapsed onto the cold earth, our breaths mingling with the night air.With the first faint blush of dawn, we rose in relentless pursuit, we secured rides on passing carriages, trading fleeting moments of rest for precious time gained.Days blurred into one another. In our haste, I couldn't spare a moment to check on little Sarah and her family.Weeks slipped, each day bringing us closer we reached the soot we left the car, luckily we found it there. But as we neared the western border, a chilling realization dawned upon us. “Where are the soldiers? Shouldn't there be a vi
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Chapter: Chapter 101 (Danger Looms)Athena's POVThe night had granted us much-needed relaxation. The next morning Otsana's thoughtful gesture greeted us with an array of provisions, promising sustenance for the journey ahead."Your assistance is greatly appreciated," Ralph expressed his gratitude."It's always a pleasure," Jacob reciprocated with a warm smile."We'll surely return on our homeward path," I reassured them."Travel safely," Otsana's smile held both goodwill and concern.With renewed resolve, we embarked on our adventure, guided by Otsana's suggestion of a faster route.At nightfall, we nestled within the embrace of the forest. As dawn broke once more, we arrived at a small pack, where we hired a carriage, easing the burden of our journey.Days passed each pack offering glimpses into their world while cautioning us against the dangers that lay ahead. They claimed Whiterun was cursed."What do you mean?” I asked them.&n
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Chapter: Chapter 100 (Another Adventure 2)Athena's POVWe embarked on our journey, yet an unsettling hunch gnawed at me, whispering of impending trouble.Stopping at several camps along the way to inquire about Whiterun, we encountered nothing but confusion and ignorance."I believe we should seek guidance from familiar faces," I suggested to Ralph, my unease growing palpable."Which pack shall we approach first?" Ralph inquired, his gaze locking with mine."Fable pack. I yearn to lay eyes upon Sarah," I declared. Thinking of the little girl.Before we ventured further, Ralph halted me with a solemn confession, redirecting my focus towards him.He recounted the incidents between himself, Tala, and the family. Anger steamed within him at her accusation of calling me a thief, but to his surprise, laughter bubbled forth from my lips."This is no joke," Ralph retorted, his tone grave and resolute."I understand, yet her accusation holds a grain of truth,
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Chapter: Chapter 99 (Another Adventure)Ralph's POVSince our return home, the relentless pull to reclaim the kettle has haunted my thoughts incessantly. Unable to shake its grip, I beckoned Tala to my office, eager for counsel.“I'm contemplating dispatching our finest soldiers to retrieve it,” I confided to her.“Come on, Ralph,” she countered.“What?”“Remember what you said during our quest for Athena in the woods? If not for the pressing matters at hand, you would have relished the moment.”“And?”“And I refuse to let this opportunity slip through your fingers. Embark on this journey with Athena, just the two of you,” she urged.“But what about Fridolf?” I interjected“Everyone stands ready to care for him. He's no longer a newborn, he'll be perfectly fine,” she reassured.“I suppose, but I'm unsure how Athena will take to it,” I mused
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Chapter: Chapter 94 (Finale: Legacy of Love)Lyra's POV Four years later…The morning sunlight poured over the balcony of our grand new castle. Today was a special day, my husband was returning from the human world after days of being away.I stepped onto the balcony, letting the breeze carry the sweet scent of blooming roses from the gardens below. My eyes caught Kael in the courtyard, wielding his wooden sword with a ferocity that made me smile. He attacked invisible foes, his movements clumsy but full of determination.“Victory!” he shouted, lifting his sword to the sky, his laughter echoing through the grounds.I couldn’t help but laugh softly. This was my world now, a fairytale I never dreamed possible. With a full heart, I turned back inside to where my newborn baby girl, Athena, lay sleeping in her cradle. She was a picture of perfection, her tiny fists curled by her head, her white hair glimmering in the morning light, just like mine. As I stood by her side, I couldn’t decide who to thank, fate, the ancestors, or si
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Chapter: Chapter 93 (The Call to Lead)George's POV With everything seemingly settled, we finally had the time to rest. I decided not to travel for a while, I needed to step back from the whirlwind of drama and just be with Lyra.We explored endlessly, venturing into parts of the packs I’d never fully appreciated before. We wandered through lush forests, marveled at cascading waterfalls, and soaked in the serenity of it all. Every moment with her felt like reclaiming a piece of my soul that had been missing for far too long.I had missed her more than I could put into words, and being in her presence again filled me with a happiness so overwhelming, it was almost unbearable. We decided to escape the noise entirely and camp in the woods, just the two of us.With a shared excitement, we packed only what we needed and set off. When we reached the perfect spot, I built a fire, its flames crackling warmly as I skewered the meat and began roasting it over the heat.After the meal, we drank wine, its warmth spreading through us
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Chapter: Chapter 92 (Unspoken Truths)Lyra's POV “Damian? Is that really you?” My heart pounded as I rushed to him, disbelief clouding my thoughts.There he was, standing before me, battered and bruised, his body showing the toll of the pain he'd endured. His eyes were tired, his breath shallow, but he was alive.He was holding Kael, his arms trembling slightly from the weight. My heart clenched at the sight of them both, my legs nearly giving way beneath me.“You’re alive!” I cried out, my voice cracking with relief and joy. I threw my arms around him, pulling him into a tight embrace. In that moment, nothing else mattered. I took Kael from his arms, holding him as if I were afraid I might lose him again.Tears of joy welled up in my eyes, falling freely down my cheeks as I clung to them both.Damian’s smiled weakly. “Maximus wanted to manipulate you into coming here. He killed one of his soldiers, poured my blood all over him, and sent him to you.”“What?” My breath caught in my throat, the shock almost unbearable. “T
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Chapter: Chapter 91 (The Fall of a Tyrant)Lyra's POV “What's funny?” he growled.I stepped closer, my heart pounding but my face betraying no fear. “I’m not afraid of whatever you plan to do with me. But you’ll tell me my son is safe, won’t you?” My voice remained calm.“He’s safe.” His words were short.“How can I trust you?” I demanded, my voice sharper now.“Because I’m Maximus, and I said so.” He shouted the last part, his anger flaring, his fists clenched at his sides.“Don’t you ever raise your voice at me again,” I said, my tone low.For a moment, he stared at me, his nostrils flaring as if measuring the weight of my words. Then, with a brutal motion, he seized me by the neck, his fingers tightening like a vice as he slammed me against the cold wall. “I own you,” he snarled.I gasped for air, the pressure around my throat suffocating. My vision blurred as I coughed violently, struggling to breathe. My hand trembled as I reached up, my fingers finding the sharp, cold edge of the large pin I had hidden in my hair.Wit
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Chapter: Chapter 90 (A Bitter Bargain)Lyra's POV My mother had been revived, her stillness betraying the depth of the miracle that had brought her back. She slept soundly, unaware of my thoughts, as I slipped out of the room, my heart pounding with a heavy mix of anticipation and dread. My father was out, and I knew he would be consumed by his business all day, an opportunity I couldn't afford to waste.With quiet determination, I made my way to my room, my hands trembling slightly as I dressed. My hair, usually unruly, was pinned back meticulously, strands carefully tucked away. I chose a leather jumpsuit. A large, hooded cloak followed, draping over my shoulders, a shield from prying eyes.Everyone was busy, their attention scattered, distracted by their own affairs. It was the perfect moment to escape.I slipped through the door unnoticed, my heart racing as I entered the woods. The occasional rustle of leaves was the only sound, and even when I encountered a few werewolves, I bent my head and pulled the hood tight
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Chapter: Chapter 89 (Rising Fury)Lyra's POV “Mother, please, calm down,” I implored, my arms wrapped around her in a desperate attempt to comfort her. The door swung open abruptly, and my father stepped in. His eyes were wide, scanning the room. When his gaze landed on me, he hurried forward, his expression tight with worry.“Are you okay?” His voice was strained. “Was the process broken?”I shook my head, still clinging to my mother. “I’m fine, father. But what’s happening? Why does everything feel so wrong?”His gaze shifted, briefly looking over my shoulder before locking onto me again. “What about George?” “George is not with me,” I said, my voice faltering with confusion. “Father, please, tell me what’s going on.”“Maximus. He attacked last evening.” The words hit me like a blow. “He wasn’t even focused on the pack.”I felt my heart tighten in my chest. “Is that why the pack is empty?” I asked, my voice barely more than a whisper. “Yes,” my father confirmed, his voice like gravel. “They all used the secret b
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