"Me", Damon replied non challantly As he quickly shifted his gaze to Rey. "I am pleased to see you Rey"
"Really?, last I checked you banished me and sent a rogue after me", Rey replied."And yet here you are", Damon said smiling As he took a few steps closer to them.As Damon approached Lucius and Rey, his expression smug with a hint of determination, Lucius instinctively moved closer to Rey, a protective stance enveloping them both. He could feel the tension building in the air, the weight of their exchange earlier still fresh in his mind."You! What more do you want, Damon?" Lucius confronted him, his voice laced with caution.Damon's eyes narrowed, his gaze fixed on Rey. "I wish to speak to Rey privately," he stated firmly, his tone brooking no argument.Lucius bristled at the audacity of Damon's request. "Absolutely not," he replied firmly. "Rey has nothing to discuss with you in private. Whatever you have to say, you can say in front of me.""So you are her little guard dog now", Damon replied. Rey interjected, her voice calm yet assertive. "Lucius, please. I can handle this. Give me a moment alone with Damon."Lucius hesitated, his gaze shifting between Rey and Damon. His instinct was to protect her, to keep her away from someone who had shown such hostility. But he also trusted Rey's judgment and understood that she needed to address the situation on her own terms.Reluctantly, Lucius nodded and took a step back, his eyes never leaving Damon. "Alright, but I'll be within earshot. Don't forget that," he warned, his voice tinged with a mix of concern and caution.As Lucius distanced himself slightly, Rey turned her attention to Damon, her expression guarded yet composed. "What do you want, Damon?" she asked, her voice steady.Damon took a step closer, his eyes searching Rey's face. "Rey, my mate, I know you feel the connection between us. It's undeniable. You don't belong with Lucius and his pack. You belong with me, where you'll be cherished and given the respect you deserve."Rey's gaze remained steady, her resolve unyielding. "Damon, I am no longer yours. I chose Lucius, and I stand by that choice. Our paths have diverged, and I will not entertain any notions of returning to your pack or being your mate. You were the one who abandoned me, banished me and tried to kill me, you have a lot of nerve coming to me with this""Well, you are definitely no longer the Rey I know ", Damon said. "You have grown, you are more beautiful and you have a unique presence around you""Well that shouldn't be your problem anymore", Rey replied coldly.Damon's features contorted with frustration and anger. "You're making a mistake, Rey. Lucius can't protect you like I can. I offer you power, status, and everything you've ever desired. Think about it. I'll give you some time to reconsider."Rey's voice remained resolute. "There's nothing to reconsider, Damon. My heart lies with Lucius and our pack. Now, if you'll excuse me, I have responsibilities to attend to."With that, Rey turned away from Damon, making her way back to Lucius's side. Lucius's protective presence enveloped her, a silent show of support. They walked away together, leaving Damon seething with frustration.As they moved through the corridors of the grand hall, Lucius glanced at Rey, concern etched in his eyes. "Are you alright?" he asked, his voice filled with both worry and relief.Rey nodded, a small smile touching her lips. "I am, Lucius. Thank you for trusting me to handle that situation. I had to make it clear to Damon that our past is behind us."Lucius tightened his grip on Rey's hand, his voice filled with sincerity. "Rey, I trust you completely. You're strong, and I know you'll always choose what's best for us and our pack. We'll face whatever comes our way together."Rey leaned into Lucius's embrace, her heart filled with gratitude and love for the man who stood by her side.They continued their walk through the corridors, the echoes of their footsteps mingling with the weight of unspoken tension that hung in the air. Rey could still feel Damon's presence lingering behind them, his unsettling words echoing in her mind. However, she found solace in Lucius's unwavering support.As they reached a secluded corner away from prying eyes, Lucius gently turned Rey to face him, his eyes searching hers for any sign of distress. "Rey, I need to know if Damon's reappearance has unsettled you," he said, his voice filled with concern.
Rey met his gaze, her eyes steady and resolute. "I won't deny that Damon's unexpected approach caught me off guard, but I am not unsettled, Lucius. I made my choice when I chose you and our pack. Damon's attempts to sway me will not succeed."Lucius let out a sigh of relief, his fingers tracing a gentle path along Rey's cheek. "I'm relieved to hear that, Rey. I trust in your strength and commitment to our pack. We will overcome any challenges that come our way."Rey's lips curved into a small smile, a flicker of determination igniting within her. "We will, Lucius. Together, we are stronger than any force that may try to tear us apart."Just as they were about to continue their walk, a messenger hurriedly approached them, a sense of urgency etched on their face. "Alpha Lucius, Rey, there is an urgent matter that requires your attention. The Alpha King requests your presence in his chamber immediately."Lucius and Rey exchanged a glance, their curiosity piqued by the urgency in the messenger's voice. Without hesitation, they followed the messenger through the winding corridors, their strides filled with purpose.As they reached the grand doors leading to the Alpha King's chamber, Lucius took a moment to steady himself, his hand resting reassuringly on Rey's shoulder. Together, they entered the chamber, the weight of responsibility settling upon their shoulders.The Alpha King stood at the center of the room, his regal presence commanding attention. His gaze met Lucius and Rey's, his expression grave. "Lucius, Rey, I have received troubling news. The corruption in the realm is spreading faster than we anticipated, and the presence of the Lycans adds a new layer of complexity to our situation."Lucius and Rey exchanged a concerned look, their minds racing to comprehend the implications of the Alpha King's words. The corruption spreading in the realm was a grave threat, and the emergence of the Lycans only heightened the urgency of the situation."What do we know about this corruption, Your Majesty?" Lucius asked, his voice filled with determination. "And how do the Lycans fit into the equation?"The Alpha King sighed heavily, weariness evident in his eyes. "The corruption appears to be emanating from a dark force, an ancient magic that feeds on chaos and despair. It's infecting both humans and supernatural beings, spreading like a plague. As for the Lycans, they are being manipulated by this force, their instincts distorted and turned into a destructive force."Rey's brows furrowed as she processed the information. "We need to find the source of this corruption and put an end to it. We can't allow innocent lives to suffer."Rey and Lucius quickly exchanged glances, they knew
Leina, Asher, and Luna stood outside the gates of the abandoned Blackthorn estate, their breath visible in the chilly air. They had been summoned by Lucius, who believed that exploring the estate might yield crucial information about the Lycans and their connection to the corruption.As they cautiously entered the overgrown grounds, the atmosphere seemed to thicken with an eerie stillness. Shadows danced through the decaying hallways as they made their way deeper into the estate, their footsteps echoing in the silence.Suddenly, a figure emerged from the darkness, causing the trio to tense in anticipation. It was Hyperion, the enigmatic Lycan they had encountered before. He stood before them, his piercing eyes glowing with an otherworldly intensity. Leina, ever vigilant, spoke up. "Hyperion, we meet again. What brings you here?"Hyperion's voice was low and measured. "You have stumbled upon something much greater than you can fathom. You are vital to the plan, and I have been instruct
"What just happened?", Leina asked as she looked at Luna and Asher."I think you just got yourself a new admirer", Luna replied."Nooo... that's ridiculous ", Asher replied obviously trying to hide her shyness. "Sounds about right ", Asher said as he looked at Luna. In that moment, Leina noticed the way that the two looked at each other but she decided keep quiet about it."Well what do we do about these texts?", Leina asked as she tried to gather the attention of her comrades. Leina's question hung in the air, momentarily diverting their thoughts from the subtle undercurrents between Asher and Luna. They refocused their attention on the texts laid out before them, recognizing the significance of their findings.Luna leaned closer, her eyes scanning the ancient script. "According to this text, the Blackthorn family has a deep connection to the Black Beast. It says here that they are descendants of the very creature we seek to understand."Asher's gaze narrowed, his voice tinged with
Hyperion's voice was laced with a hint of satisfaction. "the plan is proceeding as intended. The trio of Leina, Asher, and Luna has stumbled upon the ancient texts, unearthing fragments of the truth we carefully planted. They are on the path we want them to tread."Deucalion's lips curled into a sinister smile. "Excellent. The pieces are falling into place. Soon the great beast will walk amongst us again"A low growl rumbled through the gathered Lycans, their eyes blazing with a mix of anticipation and bloodlust. They were united in their desire to see their Alpha return."It has been ages easing up this", Baratheon said as the others nodded in agreement.Hyperion stepped forward, his voice filled with conviction. "But we must proceed with caution, Deucalion. Leina, Asher, and Luna are not to be underestimated, the Crimson pack can not be underestimated. They possess a determination and resilience that can pose a threat to our plans. Also, Lucius may not yet be a Lycan but he matched
"I am almost scared of what answers might await us", Rey said to Luna as she tested on her."We still need to try", Luna insisted as she begun to pat and stroke Rey's hair. She partly felt the same way that Rey felt and she knew that the answers to the questions they were asking were going to uncover a history of pain. "Do you know what Damnatio Memoriae is?", Luna asked Rey."I have heard of it; it is some sort of punishment where offenders are forgotten and any trace of them is totally abandoned and erased", Rey replied while trying to recollect any detail she may have missed out."It is more like a ritual. A binding vow, it even erases memories", Luna replied.Rey looked at Luna as she sat up, she was obviously trying to understand Luna's point. Luna returned her gaze and sighed."It is almost like someone did it to the events and people that were involved in this story. Someone really didn't want anyone digging into the past", Luna said."That might be true", Rey said. " We may b
The Elder Seeker's words hung in the air, sending a shiver down the spines of Lucius and his pack. It was clear that the Seekers would not easily divulge their knowledge to just anyone. They demanded a test, a challenge that would prove the worthiness of those seeking their wisdom.Lucius, impulsively stepped forward, he wasted no time to deliberate. "We accept your challenge," he declared, his voice steady. "We will do whatever it takes, we have come this far and we won't back down now, we can't back down now. I have no plans of letting anyone in my pack get hurt or die"The Elder Seeker studied Lucius, his eyes glanced around Lucius as if his gaze pierced into Lucius. "Very well," he said, his voice carrying a mixture of wonder and anticipation. "There is a sacred artifact, lost to time, hidden deep within the Forbidden Catacombs. It is said to hold the key to unlocking the darkest secrets of our realm."The Betas exchanged wary glances, aware of the treacherous reputation of the Fo
The being, realizing that Rey had recognized its true nature, chuckled softly. "Indeed, I am the artifact you seek," it admitted, its voice resonating within the chamber. "I am known as Astorion, the Keeper of Wisdom and Guardian of the Eternal Light."Lucius and Rey exchanged glances, their curiosity piqued by Astorion's revelation. They had anticipated encountering challenges and adversaries within the catacombs, but they never expected to encounter a sentient artifact that held the knowledge they sought."We have come seeking the wisdom and knowledge that lies within you, Astorion," Lucius spoke, his voice filled with a mix of reverence and determination. "We aim to bring light to the darkness that plagues our realm and restore balance. We are willing to prove ourselves worthy of your guidance."Astorion's ethereal form glowed brighter, seemingly acknowledging Lucius's words. "The path you have chosen is fraught with peril," it warned. "The challenges you will face are not only phy
Rey nodded, her eyes reflecting her unwavering support. "Of course, Lucius. We will face this together, just as we always have," she affirmed, her voice filled with determination.Astorion sensed their resolve and nodded in approval. "Very well, prepare yourselves," it said, its ethereal form pulsating with energy. "Close your eyes, clear your minds, and let the memories of your past selves wash over you."As Lucius and Rey followed Astorion's instructions, a wave of vivid images and emotions began to flood their consciousness. They felt the sensation of fur against their skin, the rush of the wind as they sprinted through moonlit forests, and the raw power surging through their veins.The memories revealed a tale of two souls destined to bring balance to their realm but bound by a tragic flaw. Lucian, a valiant and noble Lycan, and his beta, a Moon Alpha named Elara, had joined forces in their quest to vanquish the black beast that threatened their land. However, their true bond had