LOGIN“The time has come!” Lupus Tenebris announced. “Finally! I thought I would loose my mind waiting.” Judy grumbled. Lupus Tenebris gnashed his teeth. He’d thought he’d loose his mind listening to her endless complaints. For weeks she’d grumbled, questioned his decision to wait, and argued. Things Lupus Tenebris hated. Many times he’d come close to immolating her, but the thought of how impossible it would be to find a new vessel if he destroyed this one, held him back. Her main argument had been they should continue their attack. “Not yet, we wait till two moons time.” Lupus Tenebris growled. “Why?” Judy demanded. “Why wait so long? We have Ferrivor, let’s launch a surprise attack this night. Burn everything to ashes and take back my throne.” “I said no. Ferrivor isn’t strong enough. It still has a weakness, Moonspire. We need to wait and complete a certain ritual that would give it, and us, unlimited power. That ritual will need two moons time before it’s ready to beg
Queen Reyna was already waiting in the cave when Alpha Jerry arrived. Though she had probably left later than everyone else, she had the advantage of flight. She was sitting on a smooth stone, humming softly and distracting herself by performing little magic tricks when Jerry’s shadow darkened the cave entrance.“You are welcome Alpha Jerry. “ She said politely.“Queen Reyna, you are here already. Hope your journey was good and safe?” He replied.They inquired about each others families and kingdoms, avoiding asking about the scandals they’d heard whispered across the lands. The conversation was awkward because Reyna and Sharon had been friends.Reyna had heard about Sharon's execution, and she believed she was innocent. Right now she was ven dying to hear everything from Jerry himself, but it was not the time or place to ask. This was serious business before them, and the less tension they was, the better.They paused as they heard horse hoofs approach the cave. Both rulers tensed as
Reyna was supervising Hira’s magic lessons when Lara burst into the solar, red with anger. “What’s this I’m hearing? Why is Hane being made regent while you are away?” Lara demanded. “Hello sister, how are you this afternoon?” Reyna asked calmly. “I demand any answer!” “I appointed him.” “Why?” “Because he is a member of council and by law the ruler may appoint any council member to sit in for them while they are away.” “I am a member of council too! Why wasn’t I chosen?” Reyna glanced at the teacher, who had been watching to the sisters exchange uneasily. “Will you please excuse us Holly?” She asked. “Get out! Do you have to be told?” Lara barked. The teacher ignored Lara, bowed to Reyna and left with Hira.“You wanted to know why you weren’t chosen?” Reyna asked, “This is why! Look at the way you spoke to Holly just now, how you speak to everyone, how you behave. The people have no affection for you. I’ve told you many times, you can’t win love through fear, it may comma
The guards stiffened as Lord Feng approached the throne room. “His lordship is not here Lord Feng.” One said. “Is he with Lady Elena?” “No. In his chamber. And he asked not to be disturbed.” “Whatever he is doing there can never be as important as the journey to the Moon Pool.” Feng said gravely. The guard began to say something, but Feng ignored him and continued down the corridor to Dusk’s chamber. As he approached, he saw Drianna emerge. Her smug smile faded when she saw him and a look of guilt passed over her eyes. She bowed nervously and hurried down the hallway.Her mistress was in her solar, so what was she doing in Dusk’s room? The obvious thought came to his mind but he pushed it away. Dusk had a pathological hatred for wolves, no way he would ever stoop so low as to sleep with one, especially a slave.Maybe she has been sent by Elena to give him a message. He knocked and hearing Dusk’s growl, entered. The Lord of Vampirehaven was reclining on his bed looking satisfied
The sun hadn’t risen when Donton left his quarters on the east side of the palace courtyard. As usual for Zombie kingdom the the weather was pleasant, neither hot or cold, sunny or dark. Citizens said it mirrored the temperament of Mortava. As he walked slowly through courtyard guards greeted him respectfully. As the High Adviser to the king Copra, the first sovereign of the dead, he had the power to make or break any citizen but he was just and fair, and tried to make sure the king was too. A hard thing to do considering how stubborn, arrogant, and headstrong the king was. But Donton was the oldest zombie in the kingdom and sometimes even the king had to listen. He entered the castle, knowing little prince Roydo was already up, sitting patiently by his window to watch the sun rise. He smiled remembering the boy and made a mental note to bring him some more history books from the library. His smile disappeared as he walked down the long corridor and descended to the art crypt, wh
Silence fell. Jerry rubbed his temple and sighed heavily. “Still think you did the right thing making her Luna?” Glen asked, breaking the silence. “What choice did I have? She was carrying my heir.” “You could have made Kyle legitimate without marrying Mona. It’s been done before. Remember when Alpha –“ “Yes I remember.” Jerry cut in impatiently. “So why did you marry her? Was killing your true Luna worth it?” “Don’t start!” Jerry warned. “Sharon was executed for her crimes.” “Yet you regret that execution. I can hear it in your voice right now.” “Enough Glen.” “Why? Is the memory of killing the only woman you ever loved still painful?” The knock on the door stopped Jerry’s angry reply. “What is it Mona?” He shouted. The door opened and Frank came in cautiously. “It is me Alpha. I wanted to talk about your trip. I can come back if now is–“ “No. Come in. I thought it was someone else.” Mona, Frank thought wincing. From Jerry’s angry tone h
The guards rushed towards the creature, spears raised. Before their weapons left their hands they were ash statues. The wind from the creature wings scattering their remains like dust.Panic erupted among the crowd. Screaming pack members began running in all directions. "Everyone take cover! Get
Judy looked at her reflection in the still water. She was unrecognizable. Her silver blonde hair was now grey, so was her skin, which was wrinkled and looked as if it had been dusted with ash. Her glowing red eyes widened in surprise and she touched her face tenderly."Your new look suits you." Lup
"You really should think about this." Fon said for the third time. Judy was back in her hiding place, going over her conversation with Lomel."I have." She told Fon coldly."No. If you are thinking you would see you are going down a dangerous path. Forget revenge and the throne. Leave this place be
Before Fon could ask any questions Judy was bounding away into the woods, keeping in the shadows to avoid the night patrol.After an hour of running, she came to an old rundown shack at the edge of town."What are we doing in old Lomel's house?" Fon asked uneasily."Looking for information." "What







