All Chapters of BLOOD BOUND: Chapter 51 - Chapter 55

When Aurora reached eight, she was faced with new difficulties. Her hybrid magic was developing rapidly; it was more powerful than her parents had thought and more erratic than any trainer could control. The principal claimed that she had once again set the classroom drapes on fire. "This month, for the third time. Although it is risky, the other kids find it amusing." "Control is something we are working on," Lucien stated defiantly. I am aware. However, Aurora's power surpasses typical hybrid levels. We are unable to give her the specialised instruction she requires.To help Aurora with control, they employed private tutors who were both witches and vampires. However, conventional methods did not affect her powers. It was particularly hybrid, necessitating hither to untested methods. During one session, Margot noticed, "She's making new kinds of magic." Not witch or vampire magic, but truly hybrid methods. Evolution is happening right now.Aurora was capable of things that neithe

It took three hours to drive to Silverwood Academy. Aurora watched the scenery shift from city to woodland while she sat in the back seat, leaning against the window. With their branches creating a canopy that filtered sunlight into golden bits, ancient trees crowded the road. It's lovely, she remarked softly. "It's safe," Lucien clarified."For centuries, people have been spelling these words. The academy is only accessible to those who have been invited. The others simply keep driving in circles until they give up. I will therefore be safe there." We can make you as safe as possible.Squeezing her daughter's hand, Sera extended her arm. But keep in mind that safe does not equate to simple. Each of these children is unique in their own way. You'll face difficulties. Excellent. I'm sick of keeping things to myself.Suddenly, the academy was there, as though the forest had just parted to make room for it. A huge Gothic building with towering windows and black stone, encircled by garden

Aurora came home for winter break differently. She was taller, more self-assured, and exuded a sense of belonging. At the station, Sera felt the change instantly as she hugged her daughter."You've grown.""Three inches since September. Professor Ashwood says hybrid growth patterns are unpredictable. I might hit six feet by sixteen or stop growing next month.No one is aware.The streets were covered in snow as they drove home. Aurora talked about the tournament, her lessons, her classmates, and a particularly challenging project that required her to use three forms of magic simultaneously.She was animated, alive in ways Sera hadn't seen before Silverwood."You're happy there.""I am. Is that okay? I mean, you and Papa are missed, but—" It's perfectly fine. Eventually, you should discover your own world. I simply assumed that we would have more time than you did.At home, Lucien had decorated excessively. Presents piled ridiculously high, a tree that almost reached the ceiling, and l