LOGINShare
Chapter 35: Shadows of the Eastern Path
Last Updated:
2025-01-22 19:39:59
Related chapters
Blood moon's curse Chapter 36: The Unseen Weight
The morning air on the ridge was sharp and cold, biting against Aria’s cheeks as she stood gazing into the misty valley below. From here, the forest stretched endlessly, a dark, breathing mass of ancient life that seemed to hum with its own pulse. They had made it past the wraiths, but the encounter had left its mark—on their bodies and their spirits.Kael sat nearby, sharpening his blade with slow, deliberate strokes, the metallic scrape echoing in the quiet. His expression was tight, his jaw clenched as if the act of maintaining his weapon was the only thing grounding him.“Did you sleep at all?” Aria asked softly, breaking the silence.Kael glanced at her, his brown eyes weary. “Didn’t feel much like sleeping after that. You?”Aria shook her head. “Not really. Every time I close my eyes…” She didn’t finish the thought. They both knew what haunted them.Lucian stood a few paces away, his back to them, his silhouette sharp against the rising sun. He had barely spoken since they’d set
Last Updated : 2025-01-22Blood moon's curse Chapter 37: The Monastery’s Test
The dim corridor stretched on, the air heavy with a silence that seemed alive. Aria’s footsteps echoed faintly as she walked, each step a hesitant rhythm against the cold stone. The whispers in the air grew louder, curling around her ears like tendrils of smoke. They weren’t words, not exactly—more like impressions, fragments of emotions that pressed into her mind.You are not welcome.Kael kept close behind her, his sword drawn, his movements deliberate. “This place is wrong,” he muttered. “Every instinct I have is telling me to turn back.”Lucian, leading the way, stopped abruptly. His hand rested on the wall, his head tilting slightly as if he was listening to something beyond their hearing. “The monastery is testing us,” he said quietly. “It knows we’re here.”“Testing us for what?” Aria asked, her voice tense.“To see if we’re worthy of its knowledge—or if we’re threats to its existence,” Lucian replied. His tone was calm, but his expression was tight, the faintest hint of unease
Last Updated : 2025-01-22Blood moon's curse Chapter 38: Shadows in the Light
The air in the monastery felt heavier as the trio stepped further into its labyrinth of corridors. Each wall seemed to shift subtly, the etchings on the stone pulsating faintly like a heartbeat. It wasn’t just a building—they could feel it. The monastery was alive, observing them, judging their every move.Aria walked at the center of the group, her thoughts still clouded by the shadow she had faced. She could feel its presence lingering in her mind, like the afterimage of a nightmare. She glanced at Lucian and Kael, wondering what trials they had faced in their separate paths. Neither had spoken much since emerging from their portals, and the silence between them felt too thick to break.Finally, it was Kael who spoke, his voice cutting through the stillness. “So, are we going to talk about it, or are we just going to pretend nothing happened in there?”Lucian didn’t turn around. “What we faced is personal.” His tone was clipped, but not unkind. “Sharing it doesn’t change what’s ahea
Last Updated : 2025-01-22Blood moon's curse Chapter 39: The Choice
The monastery’s walls seemed to breathe as the golden light dimmed, casting elongated shadows that danced like specters. The single word—Choose—hung heavy in the air, a demand that felt as immovable as the stones around them.Aria stepped closer to Lucian, her eyes fixed on the ancient book. “What exactly are we choosing?”Lucian’s grip on the book tightened, his jaw clenched as if he was waging an internal war. “It’s a trial,” he said after a pause. “Not one of strength or skill, but of will. The monastery wants us to make a decision that will shape the path ahead.”Kael scoffed, dragging a hand through his hair. “Great. More cryptic nonsense. Why can’t anything just be straightforward for once?”Aria ignored him, her attention fixed on Lucian. “You’ve seen something like this before, haven’t you?”Lucian nodded, his expression distant. “Not here, but in places like this. Ancient sites tied to power… they don’t test you for no reason. Whatever this monastery holds, it won’t reveal it
Last Updated : 2025-01-22Blood moon's curse Chapter 40: A World Beyond
The light from the doorway spilled into the air around them, bathing Aria, Lucian, and Kael in a golden glow. Beyond the threshold was a world that defied explanation. It was vast, a tapestry of landscapes that seemed to stretch infinitely in all directions. Towering crystal spires rose from lush green fields, their surfaces catching and refracting light like fragmented rainbows. Rivers of liquid silver wove between the landscapes, their currents whispering songs that tugged at Aria’s memory.The air was charged with a vibrant energy, as though the world itself was alive and watching. Aria took a tentative step forward, the ground beneath her feet soft and warm, almost pulsing like a heartbeat.“This place…” she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper.Kael’s eyes darted around, his hand resting on the hilt of his sword. “It’s too quiet. Too perfect. Something’s not right.”Lucian stepped beside Aria, his gaze scanning the horizon. “It’s not meant to feel right. This world is… in-b
Last Updated : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curse Chapter 41:
The transition back into the mortal realm was both jarring and disorienting. One moment, Aria, Kael, and Lucian stood at the edge of the Liminal Expanse, their minds heavy with the cost of the knowledge they had gained. The next, they were thrust into the familiar world of earthy scents, the whisper of leaves, and the distant hum of life.They stood at the edge of a forest—the same forest they had passed through what felt like a lifetime ago. The air was dense, alive with the energy of the ordinary, but to Aria, it felt heavier than it should. Her hand clutched the leather-bound book tightly, its weight anchoring her to the reality they now faced.Lucian was the first to move, his vampire senses attuned to the stillness of their surroundings. He stepped forward, his boots crunching against fallen leaves, his sharp gaze scanning the horizon.“Back to where it all began,” he murmured, though his voice carried no relief.Kael, on the other hand, let out a breath he hadn’t realized he’d b
Last Updated : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curse Chapter 42: The Path of No Return
The fire in Mira’s hearth crackled softly, but the warmth it offered did little to comfort the trio sitting around the table. Aria’s fingers trembled as she traced the ancient map on the glowing pages of the book. The golden light illuminated her face, casting flickering shadows that mirrored the turmoil within her.Kael leaned forward, his elbows propped on the table, his expression a mix of intrigue and apprehension. “The First Realm,” he muttered. “Sounds like the start of some terrible legend.”“It is,” Aria replied quietly, her eyes fixed on the intricate symbols and pathways etched into the page. “The First Realm… it’s where the veil between worlds was first created. It’s where the Heart was forged, where the balance of light and dark began.”Kael let out a low whistle. “So, basically, we’re heading straight into the birthplace of all this chaos. Great. Just great.”Aria glanced at him, the corners of her lips twitching in a brief, humorless smile. “You signed up for this, remem
Last Updated : 2025-01-24Blood moon's curse Chapter 43: The Journey Begins
The road stretched out before them, winding through forests that grew darker and denser with every mile. The trees whispered in the wind, their branches swaying like skeletal fingers reaching for the sky. The faint crunch of their boots on the gravelly path was the only sound that broke the heavy silence.Kael, walking a step ahead, let out a low sigh. “So, remind me again why we’re willingly walking into what’s probably the most dangerous place on this side of existence?”Aria glanced at him, a faint smirk tugging at her lips. “Because you’re a hero, remember? Isn’t this what heroes do?”Kael turned to look at her over his shoulder, one brow raised. “Hero? I’m pretty sure I was roped into this by you.”“You could’ve said no,” she teased.“Could I, though?” His grin was fleeting, but it was there—a small attempt to break the tension that had been clinging to them since they left the village.Lucian, trailing a few paces behind, stayed silent. His gaze darted to the shadows between the
Last Updated : 2025-01-24
Latest chapter
Blood moon's curse Chapter 73
The morning light crept through the trees, casting a soft glow on the forest floor. Aria awoke to the sound of birds chirping, but her mind was still heavy with the events of the previous night. The weight of their journey pressed on her, and the uncertainty of what lay ahead loomed in her thoughts like an ominous cloud. But there was also a sense of purpose now—a resolve that had formed within her the moment she’d spoken those words to Lucian.She glanced around, noting that everyone was already up. Dorian was sharpening his sword, Eldrin was tending to their supplies, and Evangeline was quietly meditating, her eyes closed, her focus entirely inward. Lucian stood by the edge of the clearing, looking out into the woods, his posture tense as always, but there was something softer about him this morning.Aria stood and walked toward him, her footsteps barely making a sound on the soft earth. He turned when he heard her approach, his expression unreadable.“Morning,” Aria said quietly, h
Blood moon's curse Chapter 72: Secrets Unveiled
The sun dipped low in the sky, casting long shadows across the forest as Aria and the others made their way through the dense woods. The eerie calm that had settled in the wake of the explosion still lingered, and despite the outward silence, every member of the group could feel the weight of impending danger pressing in on them.Aria walked slightly ahead, her mind racing with the events that had unfolded in the past hours. Lucian’s power, the destruction of the stone structure, the overwhelming force they had barely escaped from… it all felt like the beginning of something much larger, something neither of them could fully comprehend. But the question lingered—why did it feel so personal?“Do you think it’s over?” Aria’s voice broke through the quiet, directed toward Lucian, who walked beside her, his eyes scanning the path ahead.Lucian’s lips were pressed into a tight line, his jaw tense. “No,” he replied shortly, his voice colder than usual. “That was only a warning. Whatever is
Blood moon's curse Chapter 71: Unseen Threads
The moon hung low in the sky, a silver sliver amidst the darkened canvas of the night. The aftermath of battle was heavy, like a thick fog settling over the land. But even amidst the quiet, there was an undercurrent of tension—something looming just beyond the horizon.Aria stood at the edge of the camp, her hand resting lightly on the hilt of her sword. She wasn’t sure if she was waiting for something to appear or simply lost in thought, but her eyes were sharp, scanning the distance. Lucian was nearby, overseeing the preparations for their departure, but he had given her space. He understood her need for solitude, for clarity.She sighed, pushing her hair back from her face, the wind catching it and whipping it around her shoulders. The battle had been brutal, but it wasn’t over."Lucian," she called, her voice steady but tinged with an unspoken question.He looked up, his eyes locking with hers instantly, as though he had been waiting for her to speak. "What is it?"Aria hesitated.
Blood moon's curse Chapter 70
Aria stared at Lucian, the weight of his words pressing down on her. A god—an ancient, sleeping god—was inside of him. And if he lost control…She shook off the thought. Not now. Not when he was here, standing before her, watching her like she was the only thing tethering him to this world.A small, wry smile tugged at her lips. “So, let me get this straight,” she said, tilting her head. “You’re an ancient vampire, cursed by a god, stronger than anything I’ve ever seen… and you’re still brooding about it?”Lucian blinked, then let out a surprised laugh. “Brooding?”“Yes,” she said, crossing her arms. “All this doom and gloom. ‘Oh no, Aria, I might lose control. I might destroy everything.’” She dropped her voice into a dramatic imitation of his deep tone. “It’s a bit much, don’t you think?”Lucian raised a brow. “I just told you I have the power of an eldritch god inside me, and your response is to mock me?”Aria grinned. “What else am I supposed to do? Cry? Run? I’d rather tease you.
Blood moon's curse Chapter 69
The silence between them was thick, pressing down like an unseen force. The ruins of the battlefield stretched around them, but the real war was happening in the space between Lucian and Aria.Aria’s pulse thrummed in her ears. Not just a vampire. Those words echoed in her mind, refusing to settle. She took a cautious step closer, watching Lucian as if he might shatter.“Then what are you?” she asked, her voice quiet but unwavering.Lucian exhaled slowly, running a hand through his hair. The silver glow in his eyes hadn’t faded completely, a lingering reminder of whatever had surfaced within him.“I don’t know how to explain it,” he admitted. “Not in a way that won’t make you run.”Aria’s brow furrowed. “Lucian, I just watched you tear through Vayne like he was made of paper. I’ve seen you fight before, but that? That was different. That was something else.”His jaw tightened, his eyes flickering to the darkened corners of the ruins, as if expecting something—or someone—to emerge. “It
Blood moon's curse Chapter 68
The night was thick with the scent of blood and smoke. The battle had raged on longer than expected, and Aria’s strength was waning. Her fingers trembled against the cold stone of the ruined castle walls as she struggled to stay on her feet. Adrian was nowhere in sight. The last thing she had seen before she collapsed was a flash of silver and the wicked grin of their enemy. Then—darkness.A sharp pain tore through her ribs as she gasped awake, her surroundings unfamiliar. Chains rattled against the cold stone floor, and the sharp scent of iron filled her lungs. A prison. But not just any prison—this was his domain. The one place she never thought she’d end up.The torches lining the damp walls flickered with an eerie glow, casting long shadows across the room. She was bound, her wrists shackled above her head, her body aching from wounds she didn’t remember receiving. The air was suffocating, thick with the scent of dark magic. Aria gritted her teeth. She wouldn’t go down like this.
Blood moon's curse Chapter 67: A Blade in the Dark
The war drums thundered in the distance.The air was thick with the scent of metal, the promise of blood hanging between the trees as Aria and her army prepared for battle. The hunters were closing in—Selene had reported their march would reach the stronghold’s borders by sundown.But before the sun could set, the world shifted beneath Aria’s feet.It happened fast. Too fast.One moment, she was issuing orders to the sentinels stationed at the gate, her mind focused on war strategies and defensive positions. The next, a sharp, searing pain pierced her side.She gasped, stumbling forward as warmth bloomed beneath her ribs. A dagger.She barely had time to register the attack before a second strike followed, slashing across her arm. Pain exploded through her senses, her vision blurring as she fell to one knee.Shouts erupted around her, but her attacker moved faster than the guards could react. A strong arm wrapped around her neck, yanking her backward into the shadows.Her body screame
Blood moon's curse Chapter 65: The Gathering Storm
The wind howled through the tunnels of the stronghold, an eerie whisper that sent a chill down Aria’s spine. She stood at the war table once more, staring at the glowing script Aurelis had revealed.Evangeline knows your weakness. The Heart is calling to her. She is coming for you.The words burned in her mind, a warning wrapped in inevitability. They had spent weeks preparing, fighting, and running, but now there was no more time. Evangeline was making her final move.The door creaked open behind her. Lucian entered first, his crimson eyes scanning the dimly lit chamber before settling on her. Kael followed a moment later, his expression unreadable. Selene, Dorian, and Aurelis trailed in after them, their faces marked with the same grim understanding.“The scouts have returned,” Selene said. “It’s worse than we thought.”Aria turned to her, bracing herself. “How bad?”Selene set a parchment down on the table, unrolling it to reveal hastily drawn battle formations. “Evangeline’s army
Blood moon's curse Chapter 65: Duel of Crimson Fates
Aria’s blade clashed with Evangeline’s with a deafening roar, the force of their power rippling through the clearing. The Heart pulsed within Aria, its energy surging through her veins like molten fire.Evangeline smirked, her movements fluid and precise as she countered Aria’s attacks. “You’ve grown stronger,” she said mockingly. “But strength without control is nothing more than chaos.”Aria gritted her teeth, refusing to let Evangeline’s words shake her. She focused on the rhythm of the fight, the clang of steel and the hiss of dark energy filling her ears. Each strike felt heavier than the last, the weight of the Heart’s power pressing down on her.“You don’t know anything about control,” Aria spat, feinting left before delivering a powerful upward strike.Evangeline barely dodged, her smirk faltering for the briefest moment. “Oh, but I do,” she said, her voice low and dangerous. “I’ve mastered the darkness, embraced it. And you, little hunter, will never understand what it takes
