THE LYCAN'S CURSED LOVE: A HYBRID'S HEART

The night was shrouded in darkness, and the ancient crypt stood silently, holding secrets from a time long forgotten. A group of high school students, each carrying a flickering flashlight, crept through the overgrown graveyard. They were the unwitting explorers of a destiny not of their own making.Derek led the group with an adventurous spirit but he made sure he held Avery’s hand since she easily got scared. Emily, Nina, and Michael trailed behind them until they reached what seemed to be a crypt. It was hidden beneath layers of soil and something about it beckoned them with an eerie allure.“Whoa Derek, how did you even find this place?” Michael asked as they stared at it in awe. Derek’s eyes seemed to beam in the dark with excitement as he proudly announced, “Well, I was just wandering around when I found this place. I’m an explorer, that’s what we do,”“Explorer or not, I have a bad feeling about this place. I can’t believe that you got us to come here instead of Caleb’s part

AveryMy eyes fluttered open, welcomed by the soft morning light that filtered through my lavender curtains. The gentle warmth of the sunlight cast a golden glow over my room, revealing a haven of comfort and familiarity. Hues of pastel adorned the walls, reflecting my penchant for tranquility amidst the teenage chaos that awaited me outside.The scent of vanilla lingered in the air, a remnant of the scented candles I often burned before drifting into sleep. My room, painted in a soothing shade of pale blue, displayed a few art pieces – a mix of serene landscapes and snapshots of unforgettable moments shared with friends.Unfortunately, the beauty and tranquility in my room did nothing to calm me in my sleep. I had just woken up but my heart was troubled. I barely slept all night because of him, Rayne. I saw him in my dreams and sometimes it felt like he was right next to me when I slept. Since we encountered that crypt and spoke to that man Ryan, I haven’t been able to forget wh