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Maureen’s voice returned, filled with anger yet steady as if she was slowly recovering from the effect of the water. ‘It’s made for half-bloods,’ she revealed. ‘That’s why it’s fighting me. It forces them to stay in their animal form and keeps them from shifting back.’

The words made my knees weak. I had to grip the wall for some comfort. I blinked and glanced at the water again, at the way it shimmered—pure, bright, beautiful. But underneath that beauty was something cruel.

‘So the Pureblood beings can live longer as humans?” I said quietly.

Maureen didn’t answer, but I could feel her agreement. It was a quiet pulse in the back of my mind, and full of restrained rage. The spiritual water wasn’t some miracle cure for drunkenness. It was put there to eradicate half-bloods like me.

I stared at the basin one last time, then turned away. The shine of it followed me as though it was still waiting for me to turn my back and drink it foolishly.

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  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0088

    Maureen’s voice returned, filled with anger yet steady as if she was slowly recovering from the effect of the water. ‘It’s made for half-bloods,’ she revealed. ‘That’s why it’s fighting me. It forces them to stay in their animal form and keeps them from shifting back.’ The words made my knees weak. I had to grip the wall for some comfort. I blinked and glanced at the water again, at the way it shimmered—pure, bright, beautiful. But underneath that beauty was something cruel. ‘So the Pureblood beings can live longer as humans?” I said quietly. Maureen didn’t answer, but I could feel her agreement. It was a quiet pulse in the back of my mind, and full of restrained rage. The spiritual water wasn’t some miracle cure for drunkenness. It was put there to eradicate half-bloods like me. I stared at the basin one last time, then turned away. The shine of it followed me as though it was still waiting for me to turn my back and drink it foolishly. Who could have placed such a spell in th

  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0087

    Our relationship was a mystery to me. One that I was insistent on unraveling and I knew that going to the Void would shed more light on it. But I just wasn't sure what I would find there, and if I would survive. After Princess Lisa and her fox shifter left to get the weapons, Lucan reclaimed his seat beside me. I leaned toward him and spoke softly. “She knows I’m a woman.”Lucan didn’t look surprised. His jaw tightened for a second before he exhaled slowly. “Don’t worry,” he murmured, a faint smile tugging at his lips. “I’ll take care of it.”Then his eyes softened. “Are you alright?I nodded faintly, my voice a little unsteady. “Can I… have some more to drink?”He studied her for a moment, then gave a small, reassuring smile. “Yes,” he said quietly, filling up my cup. His dark eyes were on me all through. “Drink.”I accepted it and our fingers brushed for a heartbeat. The warmth of the moment lingered between us, and I saw something in those eyes that made me feel like I was the c

  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0086

    Lucan’s jaw tightened. He looked like he was forcing himself to breathe through the urge to strike or speak. He took his time, acting as if the man standing before us was nothing but air. The man, whom I noticed must be a weredragon because of the gray shells flickering from his sleeves, was now embarrassed. He was being ignored by someone who he deemed extraordinary from his earlier expression. I wasn’t sober enough for this. Having someone stand so close made the room tilt, and the heavy thrum of my pulse filled my ears. The corner of Lucan’s mouth twitched, but before I could say a word, he spoke in a quiet, annoyed tone. “Who are you?” The stranger’s lips parted, but before he could answer, a smooth, feminine yet commanding voice cut through. “Master Villain.” Everyone turned. I followed Lucan’s gaze and froze. A woman was gliding toward us and the fox shifter trailing dutifully behind her with his head bowed. She didn’t walk. She floated with grace and authority. “She’s

  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0085

    Lucan didn’t let go of my hand, not even after we sat down. His grip was steady, protective, and maybe a little too much so. I turned to him and gave a small, reassuring nod. “Let go of me,” I said softly. “I’ve got this.” His gaze lingered on me longer than necessary. He was searching my face as if to make absolutely sure. Then, quietly, he asked, “Promise me you will not listen to echoes and stay alert?” There it was, that mix of faith and fear. He had high expectations of me, always had, but no amount of confidence could completely mask the worry in his eyes. He was very much unlike Veylor, who loved to push me to the abyss. “I promise.” I vowed. For a moment, neither of us moved. Then he exhaled and finally released my hand. My palm felt oddly cold without his warmth, but I straightened, focusing on the moment instead of the hollow ache that followed. The werewolf stood before us, still visibly unsettled by Lucan’s earlier glare. Clasping his hands together, he of

  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0084

    The moment he reached us, however, his gaze dropped immediately to where Lucan’s fingers were still entwined with mine. His eyes flickered with curiosity, maybe even confusion before he quickly bowed. “Master Villain,” he greeted, his voice smooth but laced with a hint of tension. “It’s been too long. Would you grace us with your presence in the Lounge?” He didn’t spare me a single glance. It was as if I wasn’t even there, as if standing beside Lucan made no difference at all. His attention was fixed solely on him as though I were invisible. Of course, I understood why. He was a Pure-blood. He could sense what I was. What I wasn’t. The disdain was subtle, but unmistakable. I’d felt it before, countless times. The reminder burned quietly beneath my skin. Half-bloods didn’t belong. Not really. Since when did you start to hope? Hope doesn’t suit you, half-blood. You really think a new school, a new face beside you, and a few shallow comforts can wash away what you are? The cruel w

  • The Apex: Ascend or Be Consumed   0083

    Soon, the world around me dimmed, and colors faded. My heartbeat no longer sounded like my own; it was distant, hollow, echoing in some endless pit. Desmond’s voice filled the emptiness, wrapping around me like strong vines. “That’s right,” he whispered, his tone almost tender. “Just let go. It’s easier that way. You were never meant to carry that light.” A cold numbness spread through my limbs. My body no longer felt solid. It was as if the air itself was swallowing me whole. I couldn’t tell if I was standing or falling, only that his voice kept drawing me closer and pulling me under. Somewhere far away, I thought I heard someone calling my name. Once. Then again and louder this time. “Juno!” But Desmond’s laughter drowned it out, cruel and triumphant. My Core shuddered violently, light and shadow twisting together until— “JUNO!” Hands gripped my shoulders, wrenching me back with a force that shattered the illusion. I gasped as air rushed into my lungs, my vision

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