CHAPTER-9: THE GREAT PROPHECY

Lucy’s POV

The firelight flickered softly against the dense forest shadows as I stood before the circle of young pack members gathered in the clearing. The quiet hum of night creatures was punctuated only by the occasional rustle of leaves. I inhaled deeply, my breath steadying as I prepared to speak.

“Kids, I want your full attention,” I said, my voice calm but firm, carrying the weight of my Luna authority. “If anything’s unclear or if doubts creep in, don’t hesitate to ask. Okay?”

“Yes, Ma’am,” the group replied in unison, their minds linked in a seamless bond of loyalty and respect.

Leena’s voice broke through next, tinged with concern. “Boys, where are you now? Are you close to Diamond Ville?”

“Mom, we’re all safe at home with Seris,” Draven replied calmly.

“That’s good,” I said with relief, gesturing for them to settle. “Get comfortable. I’m about to share with you something crucial — the Great Prophecy.”

Kael chuckled, breaking the tension. “Sounds like the opening scene of a dramatic movie!”

Seris nudged him sharply. “Kael, sit down before you shove me off this log.”

“Guys, quiet,” Draven muttered with an edge.

“Yeah, settle down,” Damon added, smirking as he glanced at Seris. I could almost picture her playfully swatting him.

When all were settled and attentive, I closed my eyes for a brief moment. I silently prayed to the Moon Goddess, seeking guidance. The vision of a blooming lotus appeared before my mind’s eye — a sign I was on the right path.

Opening my eyes, I spoke with renewed confidence, “The former Seer of the Diamond Heart Pack once foresaw a time when the five elemental packs would face a shared threat — a turning point that would decide the fate of our entire supernatural world. It’s a warning to stay united, to hold fast to our bonds, because everything that happens... happens for a reason.”

I paused, looking around at their focused faces. Even the forest seemed to hold its breath.

“This may sound simple, but in reality, relationships are fracturing. Pack loyalties are eroding at an alarming rate,” I continued. “The prophecy, nearly a century old, predicts a great war — one that will decide if the supernatural realm continues to exist or if it will be destroyed for its own sake.”

A hush fell over the group.

“An Alpha female,” I said, voice lowering, “gifted with the powers of six wolves and vampire strength, will lead this war. Her opponent: a Rogue Vampire King, half-blood and equally powerful, with the same six wolf spirits and vampiric might. The Rogue King can only claim victory if he kills all of the Alpha female’s mates and shatters the Blue Opal spell.”

At that, a sharp gasp echoed from Damon.

“That’s Lucan’s pearl!” he whispered, eyes wide.

“Yes,” I nodded. “But the full power and purpose of the pearl are unknown, even to many within our own packs. The prophecy is closely guarded by the Diamond Heart Pack, while the pearl remains under the Ocean Spirit Pack’s protection.”

Seris frowned. “If not everyone knows the prophecy, how can the packs prepare for what’s coming?”

“Because the prophecy can only be revealed when the time is right — by someone outside the Diamond Heart Pack,” I explained. “Any pack member who tries to share it prematurely will be turned to stone. The curse will only lift once the Rogue Vampire King is defeated.”

Kael’s eyes narrowed. “Has anyone been cursed like that?”

“No one confirmed,” I said carefully. “But we suspect something happened with the former Luna of the Moon Shine Pack. She originally belonged to the Ocean Spirit Pack, then the Crystal Blood Pack, before joining the Moon Shine. She believed deeply in the mate bond and convinced your fathers to abandon their playboy ways until they found their mates — which is why they all came to Asheville.”

Leena added, “That Luna never sparked a war between packs when she switched alliances — which is unusual. No one even challenged her passage. That silence hints at secrets deeper than we know.”

Draven leaned forward, brows furrowed. “What’s the current hierarchy of the offspring, then?”

“All we know is their blood is pure,” Leena said. “Unadulterated. No mixing from rogue bloodlines.”

“Meaning?” Damon asked, puzzled.

“That despite three mates, the Luna never had children,” I answered. “If she’s not the mother, then who is? We don’t know. But the former Alpha and Luna of the Silver Bow Pack were killed in a war against the Moon Shine Pack when they were visiting friends. It’s troubling — no outsiders were allowed to investigate, and the story quickly died.”

Leena’s voice dropped. “Yet the Silver Bow Pack never retaliated and kept trading peacefully. There’s definitely something bigger at play.”

Seris broke the silence, eyes sharp. “You mentioned the Rogue Vampire King shares the Alpha female’s powers. What exactly are those powers?”

“Each commands six wolves,” I said, “and both possess vampire strength of equal measure.”

Kael shifted, curiosity winning out. “Why are you telling us all this, Aunt Lucy?”

Draven’s voice was steady but cautious. “Yeah, what does this have to do with us?”

I met their gazes, heart steady. “Because you are the next generation. You are the ones who will face this war. You carry the blood, the power, and the responsibility. The Blue Opal’s fate rests with you all. Your mates, your pack, and the bonds you forge — they’re all part of this prophecy.”

The fire crackled, and the wind whispered through the trees as the weight of my words settled.

My pendant gleamed in a quiet shimmer, a silent reminder that destiny was already in motion.

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CHARACTER SKETCH:

SHADOW GANG MEMBERS:

Zoe Stone – Leader

Draven – Zoe’s Beta

Lyra – Draven’s sister

Seris – Draven and Lyra’s adopted sister

Kael – Third in command

Damon – Fourth in command

ALPHAS:

Talon Green – Green Moss Pack

Lucan Cohen – Ocean Spirit Pack

Corwin Dixon – Moon Shine Pack

Valen Anderson – Crystal Blood Pack

Zarek Rexter – Silver Bow Pack

ADDITIONAL CHARACTERS:

Lucy – Zoe’s Mother

George – Zoe’s Father

Leena – Lucy’s friend and Draven, Lyra and Seris’ mother

Virelle – Headmistress, Asheville

Kacy – Virelle’s Secretary