The Lurker Above Novels & Stories

Dozens of faces pressed against its shifting form, mouths whispering in painful murmurs. Lyra’s breath caught. “What is that?” “A Lurker,” Astraen said calmly. “Harmless unless provoked.” The creature tilted its head, its dozen whispering mouths forming hollow questions. Lyra clutched her glowing wrist. “It’s… staring at me.” “That means it’s sensing you’re alive,” Cael whispered. “That’s not comforting!” Astraen stepped forward. His glow brightened until the creature recoiled, dissolving back into the water with a wet hiss.

“So no one knows where I’m standing when they’re in my sights.” Her eyes flicked back to the glass. “That’s not a view, it’s surveillance.” Varian stepped into the room, gaze following hers. “What are you looking for, Liora?” “Blind spots.” “And have you found any?” “One.” She pointed toward the far corner where the light didn’t quite reach. “That camera above the molding—angle’s too high. You can’t see anyone under it.” He smirked. “You’ve been here two days and you’re already casing my own home.”

The expanse above us was a gorgeous shade of blue, and if I kept my back to the bruised streaks of violet forcing their way from the south, I could almost forget the impending doom hurtling towards us. "You okay?" Lillith asked, stopping beside me. Her almost waist length hair was down, neatly brushed and pushed back over her shoulders. "Yeah. Tired is all." Tired of running from the Sades and their Shadow Men. Tired of seeing their victories heralded in the darkening sky and the used bodies left in their wake. Tired of missing Nick, of not knowing where he was or if he was even alive anymore and tired of feeling like a pale skinned, violet eyed freak.

Level 18 – West Access Hall. A junior systems technician named Lira steps out of the lift. Her hands are full. She’s late. Behind schedule. The hallway is silent. No hum. No flicker. The air feels oddly warm. Steady. She slows her steps. Not because anyone stops her. But because the hallway feels like it’s listening. At the corner, a drone pauses. Gives her room. Tilts. Not functional. Almost… courteous.

“Any supernatural worth his salt can distinguish the difference between the touch of a female or male.” She raised her elegant eyebrow. “Really? Perhaps you underestimate me, Alexander. I have lived for years in secret, undiscovered by the undead, by supernatural males traveling through this city, and even by you and your twin. “Luther?” "Yes, and although at times I suspected Luther might have been aware of my existence, he returned often to this city and scanned more times than I care to count or remember.”

he said. “ That's an almost good plan, so why did they become impatient and attack the girls for that matter” I was thinking out loud. “ I believe they got bored and tired of waiting, remember they are lone wolves and they can't stand being in one place for too long and those two being hiding and doing the same things for the past eighteen years,” He says. “ I guess you are right, did we find out if she is an Alpha or not?” she's too powerful to be an Omega.

Only those who knew the secret of the hidden passage could reveal the path to its heart. Luka's ambition had birthed this subterranean sanctuary, a labyrinth of tunnels and chambers carved deep into the belly of the earth. Guided by Thor, his loyal right-hand man, and Light, the enigmatic beauty who had once been Ardolf's lover and mate, Luka had harnessed the skills of craftsmen and the dark arts to bring his vision to life. The walls were adorned with intricate patterns, a mesmerizing blend of ancient symbols and modern technology, all working in harmony to conceal the presence of this hidden lair. As Luka and Light left the room, Athena was left alone with her thoughts. Hours turned to da

he swallowed another spoon of soup. "The hidden luna." The spoon dropped from his hand and he choked on food, coughing severely. Ro quickly brought him water, patting his back. "Eat slowly stupid. Are you trying to kill yourself?" she scolded. "I was eating slowly!" he defended. She glared at him and he rolled his eyes. "I only choked because of your information." "Why would you?" "Because it was surprising." "So pick a side. The hidden luna or luna Amara?" she asked him.

he introduced himself. "Good to meet you. Call me Alpha Blake. This is my beta, Luca," I said. Channing was about the same age as Aspen, similar in build, with the same dark hair. The one real difference was their eyes Aspen's hunter-green, like his mother's, and Channing's an unusual, striking grey. I'd never seen eyes quite like his. "Is Mr. Halliwell going to be joining us?" Luca asked, shaking Channing's hand. Channing looked at us, confused.

“She found the first thread.” Noah rubbed his face. “I really hoped the building lobby would scare her off.” Lila crossed her arms. “People like her don’t stop when things get strange.” The Guardian’s voice filled the room. “Subject curiosity level increasing.” Ethan watched the display carefully. Because the distance between Mara Quinn and the hidden system beneath Manhattan— Had just become dangerously small.