Lahat ng Kabanata ng Shadows of Heart : The Awakening: Kabanata 101 - Kabanata 110

The morning sun cast a pale light over Nighthaven as Zoe, still feeling the weight of the ritual, joined the others in the Solarium. Ellara stood at the head of the table, an ancient map unfurled before her, its edges frayed and corners marked with intricate symbols.“This,” Zoe said, pointing to a jagged outline etched into the map, “is the place I saw during the ritual. It’s hidden deep in the mountains, surrounded by a forest that feels... unnatural.”Ellara nodded, her fingers tracing the outline Zoe had indicated. “This is Hollowspire Ridge, a place steeped in old, dark magic. Few dare to venture there, and even fewer return.”Nikola leaned forward, his eyes narrowing as he studied the map. “Hollowspire Ridge… I’ve heard of it. It’s near the northern edge of Ironclaw Pack’s old territory, close to the borderlands. My father once spoke of it as a cursed place.”Sara glanced at him, her brows furrowing. “Cursed? In what way?”“The kind of curse that keeps you from coming back if you

The moment Zoe’s eyes closed, she was transported to a realm that felt both ethereal and grounding, as if she were standing at the edge of the universe itself. Above her, the sky swirled with shifting constellations, stars glimmering like fragments of an ancient story. Beneath her feet, a reflective surface mirrored the heavens, each step causing ripples of starlight to radiate outward.In the distance, two figures emerged, their presence commanding and radiant. One was cloaked in silvery light, her form exuding a serene, motherly aura. The other was darker, shadowy and fierce, her eyes gleaming like obsidian stars. The Moon Goddess and Nyx.Zoe instinctively dropped to one knee, her heart racing as she bowed her head. The divine energy of the two goddesses was overwhelming, filling the space with a sense of eternity and purpose.“Rise, my child,” the Moon Goddess said, her voice as soothing as moonlight on water. “You have no need to kneel before us. You are no longer merely a servant

The trail leading up Hollowspire Ridge was steep and winding, lined with jagged rocks and gnarled roots that twisted like skeletal fingers across the ground. The further they climbed, the heavier the air seemed to grow, as if the very atmosphere was resisting their presence.Zoe adjusted the strap of her pack, her senses on high alert. Her wolf stirred uneasily, and the faint hum of her vampire instincts prickled at the edges of her awareness. The combination made her feel as though every shadow was watching, waiting for the right moment to strike.Cassius was just ahead of her, his movements fluid and deliberate. His hand brushed against his sword’s hilt, his sharp eyes scanning the path ahead. He turned slightly, his gaze meeting hers. “Feel that?”Zoe nodded. “It’s like the air is… wrong.”“It’s the bastion,” Nikola said grimly from behind them. His steps were slower, his usually vibrant energy subdued. “We’re getting close to its reach. The dark magic here doesn’t just linger - it

The scent of smoke lingered in the air as the group worked quietly to clean the camp. The site of the battle was a mess of broken branches, churned earth, and remnants of dark magic that seemed to cling stubbornly to the forest. The witches, exhausted but determined, used cleansing spells to purge the worst of it, while the werewolves moved debris and fortified the perimeter.Philip's body had been carried to a small clearing, away from the camp. A pyre was constructed hastily, but with enough reverence to mark the occasion. Though he had been their enemy, his end demanded closure.Zoe stood by the pyre, her arms crossed tightly over her chest. Cassius stood beside her, a quiet presence amidst her swirling emotions. Nikola stepped forward, his expression grim, and lit the pyre with a torch. The flames caught quickly, consuming the body with a roar that seemed to echo through the trees.As the fire burned, Zoe felt the weight of her emotions pressing down harder. The sight of Philip’s b

The morning after the pyre was quiet, the camp subdued as they prepared to move again. The forest, though still eerie, seemed less oppressive. Whether it was the cleansing rituals or Philip’s defeat, the air felt lighter, more breathable.Zoe stood with Cassius near the edge of the camp, watching as the group packed their gear and readied themselves for the next leg of the journey. Nikola was speaking with Ellara, his face set in a mask of determination. The weight of the coming battle hung over them all, but it felt different now. More focused. Sharper.Zoe adjusted the straps of her pack, her mind replaying the dream of Nyx and the Moon Goddess. Their warnings lingered in her thoughts like a whisper, urging her forward. Every step brought them closer to the Hollowspire Ridge - and to Caelum.Ellara approached the group, her dark robes brushing the forest floor. She carried an air of calm authority, though her eyes betrayed her concern.“Everything is ready,” she said. “The way forwar