The Devouring Queen
And vessels, even strong ones, eventually broke under the weight of gods.
Night fell early, choked by smoke.
Elara stood on the highest balcony, crown still on her brow, watching her new world burn and rebuild itself in the same breath.
Below, armies began to gather—loyal packs answering the call, vampire defectors slipping across borders to swear fealty to the queen who had killed their ancient enemy.
Above, the stars wheeled closer, as though listening.
And somewhere in the shattered mirrors, something watched.
Waiting.
Learning her weaknesses.
Planning.
Elara touched the black veins spreading from the bonding mark.
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