As Rey and Lucius continued their intensive training under Seraphina's guidance in Silverwood, the Capital was eerily quiet, a lot of the residents had fled due to the conflict and those who remained were awfully vigilant and Sober. Food and basic supplies were awfully cheap and accessible yet the markets were still empty.Alpha Magnus, still recovering from the injuries inflicted by the Lycans during the recent skirmish, found himself struggling to heal completely.Aurora who was a healer and lent about the 7 key healing formula, visited Magnus regularly to tend to his wounds. Concern etched on her face as she noticed the lack of progress in his recovery."Why aren't you healing as quickly as you should, Magnus?" Aurora asked with a furrowed brow."I'm not sure," Magnus replied, wincing slightly as she tended to his injuries. "It's as if these wounds are different from any I've encountered before. They feel... cursed.""Cursed? How is that possible?" Aurora questioned, her curiosity
The Alpha King pondered her reply for a moment. It was obvious to him that Aurora loved Alpha Magnus."That's quite admirable, if a little reckless given the current political climate", The King replied. "If you continue to heal the wolves, you could be placing yourself in harm's way, Aurora."I know it may seem foolish, but I feel that my purpose is here. I must help heal Alpha Magnus and those who were wounded in the recent battle", Aurora replied. "The wolves are all part of various wolf packs, and as such, they deserve to be treated with dignity."The King was impressed by her dedication to the cause."Very well then", He said. "You will continue to treat Alpha Magnus and those who were injured in the recent battle. However, you will be under constant surveillance, so don't think you can get away with any funny business", He added."Thank you, Your Majesty", Aurora said."I want you to keep your wits about you, Aurora", The Alpha king replied. "There is still a threat lurking out
Jade walked into a dimly lit pub where Deucalion was waiting for her. They had been secretly meeting up at this location for some time.“You are late", Deucalion said revealing his slight displeasure with Jade’s punctuality.“Well, I obviously had a lot of things to do. It isn’t easy to maintain an alter ego", Jade replied casually as she sat down and motioned for a drink to be brought.“How is that going?”, Deucalion asked “Just as we planned, it had been going well. Although they were able to detect my magic quicker than I hoped. Much quicker", Jade said “So what do we do now?”, Deucalion asked.“We allow my magic run it’s course.... that means no fighting", Jade said. “.... do I make myself clear? Resist the urge to get back at them”“I am not sure reckless child Jade", Deucalion replied. “I can’t throw away all my plans and preparations for a cheap quest for revenge"“Your ambitions are quite something", Jade said.“I am so close to taking all this for myself, I shall rule the re
Hyperion's heart pounded as he rushed through the darkened forest towards Silverwood, his determination fueling each step. He had to warn Rey and Lucius about the impending danger and the treachery within their pack.As he arrived at Silverwood, he found Rey and Lucius deep in their training with Seraphina. He didn't want to disturb their session, but the urgency of the situation left him with no choice. He approached them cautiously, making sure they noticed his presence without startling them.Rey and Lucius turned to face Hyperion, their eyes widening with surprise at his sudden appearance. "Hyperion, what brings you here?" Rey asked, sensing the urgency in his demeanor."I have important information that you both need to know," Hyperion said, his voice low and urgent. "Deucalion is planning to unleash dark creatures throughout the realm, causing chaos and confusion. He seeks to steal the power of the Black Beast and rise to dominance."Rey and Lucius exchanged worried glances, rea
"And how have you been trying to do that?", Seraphina asked."Just a little better, because they won't be alive if not for me", Hyperion said."Don't worry, you're very good at killing people", Seraphina said. "Why are you still here by the way?""Well, I wanted to spend time with you. This may be the last time I spent with you ever", Hyperion said as he took a step towards her."No!!.... we are not going to do this!", Seraphina said angrily. "Too late for any of this, we are both relics of the past and we stain the present""Haven't you been waiting for me?", Hyperion asked. "I can sense that your heart still beats for me as it has always done"Seraphina's face loosened and her anger was replaced by immense sadness ; "you are my one true weakness, the one thing I truly ever loved and you turned your back on me and left me alone for so long""It was for the best", Hyperion said as he inched closer to Seraphina."What happened? What happened to you?" Seraphina asked, her eyes narrowing
"What do you mean?", Seraphina asked."I had to make the decision, Lucian burdened me with that task. You were not supposed to be in this battle, you are not supposed to die or hurt", Hyperion said."How did he know I wouldn't die?", Seraphina asked."He didn't know, but he trusted me to do it right and I knew you wouldn't", Hyperion said. "I was not wrong about that"Seraphina felt a lump in her throat and she choked on a sob. "So you knew? This entire time? How?"Hyperion paused before answering. "I have known for all this time. I have been keeping watch over you Seraphina""Why? Why did you keep this from me? How could you?", Seraphina asked angrily."I had to keep an eye on you, I had to ensure you were safe from harm", Hyperion said. "The only way for me to have done it was to make you believe I betrayed you, there was no other way. Everyone had to believe it or they would have found out about the truth.""And you betrayed me and let me believe you were a traitor!", Seraphina sho
"The convergence is going to be soon. We must not waste any time. If we succeed then the realm will be saved, but we will have to make sure that Deucalion does not win. We must ensure that he dies in battle", Rey said."We need to find a way to undo the magic of Jade. You need to confront your sister" Hyperion said.Seraphina sighed. "Why do you think it would be that simple? I am not sure if it is possible, I am not ready to""You have to do it, the fate of everything may end up on your interaction with her", Hyperion said. "You will have to get through to her somehow"Seraphina remained silent as she thought of her sister. The mere sight of her was enough to make her feel uneasy. The memories of her childhood with Jade flashed through her mind, a time when Jade was innocent and playful."Jade was a different person when we were kids", Seraphina said. "Back then we used to be friends""Don't lose yourself Seraphina, this is our only chance to beat them", Hyperion said."Yes, you are
They lay there, holding each other for a long time. They stayed like that, just staring into each other's eyes."I love you, Hyperion", Seraphina said, a tear rolling down her cheek. "I love you""I love you too, Seraphina," Hyperion said, as he wiped away the tear."I don't want to have to loose you again", Seraphina said"Don't worry, I am not going anywhere," Hyperion replied, kissing her on the cheek."It is time for you to leave the forest, you have to confront Jade because Rey and Lucius won't succeed without you. You have to stop Jade once and for all", Hyperion said."But what if we fail? What if I cannot defeat her? She has power and knowledge unlike anyone in the realm and her magic matches mine""You are the only one who can defeat her, no one else", Hyperion said. "You are stronger than her, I believe in you and so did Lucian and Elara. They lay down their lives believing in you""I know, but I cannot do this without you. Please don't leave me", Seraphina pleaded."You hav