The Lycan King’s Broken Mate
I took it—and together we stepped into the circle.
At that instant, the stones began to shine.
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The magic seeped slowly from the earth. Not loud, but heavy, ancient—more felt than seen. The air stilled, the world itself seemed to hold its breath. The mages’ chant rose in a whisper, like wind moving through treetops. Word by word, the melody built, a current drawn up from the earth’s depths.
I stood beside Aedan, our hands joined, eyes closed. The song vibrated through me, pulling something hidden from deep within. Heat rose from my core to my chest, a golden pulse that wasn’t only mine—it was ours, born of the bond.