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Chapter 44: Shadows of the First Realm
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Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 45: The Price of the First Realm
The journey deeper into the First Realm felt endless. Every step Aria took weighed heavier than the last, as if the forest itself was trying to pull her down into its roots. The whispers were gone now, but the silence was worseโunnatural and suffocating. The absence of sound was so complete that even their breaths seemed muffled.Kael broke the silence first, his voice rough. โHow much farther, Lucian? You said this place would test us, but so far, itโs felt more like a punishment.โLucian walked ahead of them, his cloak trailing over the uneven ground. He didnโt look back, his tone cold. โPunishment and test often overlap, Kael. If youโre waiting for this to get easier, youโll be disappointed.โKael let out a frustrated sigh, running a hand through his hair. โYou could try being a little less cryptic, you know. It wouldnโt kill you.โLucian stopped abruptly, turning to face Kael with a sharp glare. โWouldnโt it? You have no idea what this realm takes from you, Kael. What it demands.
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 46: The Valley of Forgotten Shadows
The path ahead felt endless, an unyielding stretch of strange terrain where even time itself seemed to waver. Each step carried with it an uneasy awareness that they were moving deeper into the heart of the First Realmโcloser to the answers they sought, but also closer to the unknown dangers that lay in wait.Aria glanced at Kael, whose usual cocky demeanor had been replaced by a quiet intensity. The encounter with the Heartโs Mirror had left him shaken, though he refused to speak of it. His eyes carried a distant look, as though haunted by something he couldnโt share.Lucian walked ahead, his stride unrelenting. He moved with purpose, his sharp features set in a way that suggested he knew more about what lay ahead than he let on. His silence had grown heavier since they left the meadow, and though Aria wanted to confront him about it, she held back.โWhat is this place?โ Aria finally broke the silence, her voice low. The air around them had shifted again, colder now, and the trees li
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 47: A Gathering Storm
The world beyond the Valley of Forgotten Shadows seemed bleak, its skies heavy with an ominous gray hue that mirrored the weight pressing on Ariaโs chest. The group trudged through the rocky terrain, their silence punctuated only by the crunch of boots on dry earth. Though they had survived, the valley had taken its tollโnot just on their bodies but on their spirits.Ariaโs gaze flicked toward Lucian, who walked ahead of them, his shoulders stiff, his every movement tense. She couldnโt shake the growing suspicion that he was holding back something important, something that could mean the difference between salvation and ruin.As they reached a clearing, Lucian stopped abruptly, signaling for them to rest. Kael immediately went about securing the perimeter, his movements brisk and efficient, while Aria hesitated, her attention still on Lucian.She finally approached him, her voice low but firm. โYouโve been distant, Lucian. Avoiding my questions. I need answers.โLucian didnโt turn to
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 48: The Obsidian Plains
The Obsidian Plains stretched endlessly before them, a barren expanse of cracked earth and jagged black rocks that shimmered faintly in the dim sunlight. The air was heavy with static, each breath tinged with an acrid, metallic taste. Aria pulled her scarf tighter around her face, shielding herself from the biting wind that carried whispers of storms yet to come. โThis place feels cursed,โ Kael muttered, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword as his eyes scanned their surroundings. The uneasy silence was broken only by the occasional distant crackle of lightning. Lucian, walking ahead, seemed unbothered by the oppressive atmosphere. His dark cloak billowed behind him as if it were part of the shadows themselves. He paused, crouching to examine a jagged rock that seemed out of place, its surface etched with faint, unnatural patterns. โWhat are you looking at?โ Kael asked, his tone laced with suspicion.Lucian remained at the doorway, his gaze sharp as the winds began to die down
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย 49: The keeper of the plains
The storm outside had passed, but the tension in the ancient fortress lingered like the shadows that clung to the corners of the room. The creatureโs defeated form had vanished into the air, leaving behind an oppressive silence. Aria, Lucian, and Kael stood with weapons drawn, their breath heavy from the confrontation. But the calm didnโt last long. From the far end of the room, a soft sound echoedโa deliberate footstep. โWhoโs there?โ Kael barked, stepping protectively in front of Aria. His sword gleamed in the faint light. From the shadows emerged a figure draped in tattered black robes. His appearance was otherworldlyโgaunt but commanding, with piercing silver eyes that seemed to glow faintly. His long hair, streaked with grey and white, cascaded down his back. He looked both regal and broken, as if heโd once been someone of immense power but had been stripped of it. โI am Eryndor,โ the man said, his voice deep and resonant. โKeeper of the Obsidian Plains, though that title mea
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 50: The Weeping Caverns
The air inside the Weeping Caverns was thick and oppressive, each breath feeling like an effort. The melodic dripping of water had turned haunting, echoing around the group in disjointed rhythms. Aria felt a shiver crawl down her spine. The dim light from the glowing walls cast eerie, shifting shadows that made the cavern feel alive, as though it were watching their every move.Kael walked beside her, sword in hand, his shoulders tense. โI hate this place already,โ he muttered, his voice low.Lucian, a few steps ahead, didnโt respond. His eyes were focused, scanning the winding tunnels for any sign of danger. He looked like a man who had been here beforeโor at least a man who wasnโt surprised by what he saw.Aria paused, running her fingers along one of the walls. Strange symbols etched into the rock seemed to pulse faintly, as though alive. โThese markings,โ she murmured, โtheyโre almostโฆ speaking to me.โKael stopped, his brow furrowed. โSpeaking to you? Thatโs not creepy at all.โL
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 51: Eryndorโs Tale
The shard pulsed with dark energy as Aria placed it into Eryndor's outstretched hand, its black surface gleaming in the twilight. His eyes, once clouded by the curse, cleared, and his ancient gaze returned to its full, piercing sharpness. There was a moment of absolute stillness before he spoke, his voice low and reverberating with an eerie calm."Thank you," he said softly, his fingers closing around the shard. The air around them seemed to shift, a ripple of magic passing through the ruins. "The curse is lifted."Aria felt a weight lifting off her shoulders. For the first time in days, she could breathe deeply, unencumbered by the sense of impending doom that had been constantly hanging over them. Yet, something in Eryndorโs eyes told her that this was only the beginning.Eryndor stepped back, his tall form still radiating the quiet authority that had earned him his position as the guardian of these forsaken plains. He raised his hands, and the world around them seemed to come alive
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๋ฐ์ดํธ : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 52: The Journey to Evernight
The winds howled as the group moved through the barren landscape that bordered the Obsidian Plains, each step forward carrying them closer to the Evernight Citadel. A place spoken of in legends, its dark spires piercing the sky, and its ominous shadow stretching across the boundary of the First Realm. The journey was long and fraught with peril, but the urgency in their hearts kept them moving, pushing through the storms and the fatigue that gnawed at them. As they made camp one evening, the crackling of the fire was the only sound that broke the tense silence between them. Lucian was, as usual, distant, his dark eyes fixed on something only he could see in the distance. His lips were tight, his jaw clenched, and Aria couldnโt help but notice the tension in his posture, as though he were holding back something vital. Kael, on the other hand, had taken to staying close to Aria, his presence steady and comforting. They were used to the quiet between them, the camaraderie of shared ba
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Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 74: The Final Reckoning
The air was thick with tension as Aria, Lucian, and the rest of their group moved deeper into the cursed lands. The dark magic was almost suffocating now, clinging to their skin like an invisible shroud. The ground trembled beneath their feet, and the shadows twisted unnaturally, whispering secrets only the damned could understand.Lucian led the way, his senses sharper than ever. He could feel itโthe heart of the curse was close. The entity that had plagued his bloodline for centuries was waiting for him. The others sensed it too. Even Dorian, who had always masked his emotions with a smirk and a sarcastic remark, was silent. Eldrinโs hands twitched near his daggers, and Evangeline muttered a quiet spell under her breath, her magic pulsing around her like a protective veil.And then, they saw it.A temple, ancient and crumbling, stood in the middle of a desolate clearing. Its pillars were covered in glowing red runes, pulsing in rhythm with an unseen heartbeat. At the templeโs center
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 73
The morning light crept through the trees, casting a soft glow on the forest floor. Aria awoke to the sound of birds chirping, but her mind was still heavy with the events of the previous night. The weight of their journey pressed on her, and the uncertainty of what lay ahead loomed in her thoughts like an ominous cloud. But there was also a sense of purpose nowโa resolve that had formed within her the moment sheโd spoken those words to Lucian.She glanced around, noting that everyone was already up. Dorian was sharpening his sword, Eldrin was tending to their supplies, and Evangeline was quietly meditating, her eyes closed, her focus entirely inward. Lucian stood by the edge of the clearing, looking out into the woods, his posture tense as always, but there was something softer about him this morning.Aria stood and walked toward him, her footsteps barely making a sound on the soft earth. He turned when he heard her approach, his expression unreadable.โMorning,โ Aria said quietly, h
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 72: Secrets Unveiled
The sun dipped low in the sky, casting long shadows across the forest as Aria and the others made their way through the dense woods. The eerie calm that had settled in the wake of the explosion still lingered, and despite the outward silence, every member of the group could feel the weight of impending danger pressing in on them.Aria walked slightly ahead, her mind racing with the events that had unfolded in the past hours. Lucianโs power, the destruction of the stone structure, the overwhelming force they had barely escaped fromโฆ it all felt like the beginning of something much larger, something neither of them could fully comprehend. But the question lingeredโwhy did it feel so personal?โDo you think itโs over?โ Ariaโs voice broke through the quiet, directed toward Lucian, who walked beside her, his eyes scanning the path ahead.Lucianโs lips were pressed into a tight line, his jaw tense. โNo,โ he replied shortly, his voice colder than usual. โThat was only a warning. Whatever is
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 71: Unseen Threads
The moon hung low in the sky, a silver sliver amidst the darkened canvas of the night. The aftermath of battle was heavy, like a thick fog settling over the land. But even amidst the quiet, there was an undercurrent of tensionโsomething looming just beyond the horizon.Aria stood at the edge of the camp, her hand resting lightly on the hilt of her sword. She wasnโt sure if she was waiting for something to appear or simply lost in thought, but her eyes were sharp, scanning the distance. Lucian was nearby, overseeing the preparations for their departure, but he had given her space. He understood her need for solitude, for clarity.She sighed, pushing her hair back from her face, the wind catching it and whipping it around her shoulders. The battle had been brutal, but it wasnโt over."Lucian," she called, her voice steady but tinged with an unspoken question.He looked up, his eyes locking with hers instantly, as though he had been waiting for her to speak. "What is it?"Aria hesitated.
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 70
Aria stared at Lucian, the weight of his words pressing down on her. A godโan ancient, sleeping godโwas inside of him. And if he lost controlโฆShe shook off the thought. Not now. Not when he was here, standing before her, watching her like she was the only thing tethering him to this world.A small, wry smile tugged at her lips. โSo, let me get this straight,โ she said, tilting her head. โYouโre an ancient vampire, cursed by a god, stronger than anything Iโve ever seenโฆ and youโre still brooding about it?โLucian blinked, then let out a surprised laugh. โBrooding?โโYes,โ she said, crossing her arms. โAll this doom and gloom. โOh no, Aria, I might lose control. I might destroy everything.โโ She dropped her voice into a dramatic imitation of his deep tone. โItโs a bit much, donโt you think?โLucian raised a brow. โI just told you I have the power of an eldritch god inside me, and your response is to mock me?โAria grinned. โWhat else am I supposed to do? Cry? Run? Iโd rather tease you.
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 69
The silence between them was thick, pressing down like an unseen force. The ruins of the battlefield stretched around them, but the real war was happening in the space between Lucian and Aria.Ariaโs pulse thrummed in her ears. Not just a vampire. Those words echoed in her mind, refusing to settle. She took a cautious step closer, watching Lucian as if he might shatter.โThen what are you?โ she asked, her voice quiet but unwavering.Lucian exhaled slowly, running a hand through his hair. The silver glow in his eyes hadnโt faded completely, a lingering reminder of whatever had surfaced within him.โI donโt know how to explain it,โ he admitted. โNot in a way that wonโt make you run.โAriaโs brow furrowed. โLucian, I just watched you tear through Vayne like he was made of paper. Iโve seen you fight before, but that? That was different. That was something else.โHis jaw tightened, his eyes flickering to the darkened corners of the ruins, as if expecting somethingโor someoneโto emerge. โIt
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 68
The night was thick with the scent of blood and smoke. The battle had raged on longer than expected, and Ariaโs strength was waning. Her fingers trembled against the cold stone of the ruined castle walls as she struggled to stay on her feet. Adrian was nowhere in sight. The last thing she had seen before she collapsed was a flash of silver and the wicked grin of their enemy. Thenโdarkness.A sharp pain tore through her ribs as she gasped awake, her surroundings unfamiliar. Chains rattled against the cold stone floor, and the sharp scent of iron filled her lungs. A prison. But not just any prisonโthis was his domain. The one place she never thought sheโd end up.The torches lining the damp walls flickered with an eerie glow, casting long shadows across the room. She was bound, her wrists shackled above her head, her body aching from wounds she didnโt remember receiving. The air was suffocating, thick with the scent of dark magic. Aria gritted her teeth. She wouldnโt go down like this.
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 67: A Blade in the Dark
The war drums thundered in the distance.The air was thick with the scent of metal, the promise of blood hanging between the trees as Aria and her army prepared for battle. The hunters were closing inโSelene had reported their march would reach the strongholdโs borders by sundown.But before the sun could set, the world shifted beneath Ariaโs feet.It happened fast. Too fast.One moment, she was issuing orders to the sentinels stationed at the gate, her mind focused on war strategies and defensive positions. The next, a sharp, searing pain pierced her side.She gasped, stumbling forward as warmth bloomed beneath her ribs. A dagger.She barely had time to register the attack before a second strike followed, slashing across her arm. Pain exploded through her senses, her vision blurring as she fell to one knee.Shouts erupted around her, but her attacker moved faster than the guards could react. A strong arm wrapped around her neck, yanking her backward into the shadows.Her body screame
Blood moon's curseย ย ย Chapter 66: The Gathering Storm
The wind howled through the tunnels of the stronghold, an eerie whisper that sent a chill down Ariaโs spine. She stood at the war table once more, staring at the glowing script Aurelis had revealed. Evangeline knows your weakness. The Heart is calling to her. She is coming for you. The words burned in her mind, a warning wrapped in inevitability. They had spent weeks preparing, fighting, and running, but now there was no more time. Evangeline was making her final move. The door creaked open behind her. Lucian entered first, his crimson eyes scanning the dimly lit chamber before settling on her. Kael followed a moment later, his expression unreadable. Selene, Dorian, and Aurelis trailed in after them, their faces marked with the same grim understanding. โThe scouts have returned,โ Selene said. โItโs worse than we thought.โ Aria turned to her, bracing herself. โHow bad?โ Selene set a parchment down on the table, unrolling it to reveal hastily drawn battle formations. โEvangel
