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Chapter 10 : The Ambush
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Lyra stood alone in the camp’s outer perimeter, the moonlight casting long shadows across the barren ground. The chill in the air bit through her cloak, but she barely noticed. Her hands trembled as she stared at them, her claws still faintly stained with the dark, viscous blood of the Shadow Beasts.The whispers of the stone echoed in her mind, an incessant hum that gnawed at her thoughts. It was like a living thing, pressing against the edges of her consciousness, demanding more of her, urging her to let go and embrace its full power.“You’re stronger with me,” the voice cooed. “You can protect them all. You can end this war.”But Lyra knew the truth. The power came at a cost. Each time she tapped into it, she felt a piece of herself slip further away - a fragment of her humanity, a shred of her will.She clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms as she tried to silence the voice.“It’s not real,” Thalia growled from deep within her. “It’s feeding on your doubt. You’re th
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The southern forest was quieter than it should have been. The scouts who had returned with their grim report moved uneasily through the camp, their eyes darting to every shadow as if expecting the trees themselves to spring to life.Lyra stood near the edge of the camp, staring into the distance where the tracks vanished into the darkness. Kane approached, his heavy footfalls muffled by the damp earth.“They’re not just regrouping,” he said, his tone heavy. “There’s something more to this.”Lyra turned to him, her sharp amber eyes narrowing. “What did the scouts say?”“They found blood on the trail,” Kane replied, his voice low. “Fresh, and not just from their wounded soldiers. It’s something... bigger. And the tracks - they’re not all human.”Lyra felt a cold knot form in her stomach. “Not human? Like Shadow Beasts?”Kane shook his head. “No. They said it was as if the earth itself had risen to walk.”Lyra’s heart skipped a beat. Memories of the last battle with Drevon flashed throug
Lyra, His Second Chance Mate Chapter 13: Chains of the Stone
Lyra stood alone in the camp’s outer perimeter, the moonlight casting long shadows across the barren ground. The chill in the air bit through her cloak, but she barely noticed. Her hands trembled as she stared at them, her claws still faintly stained with the dark, viscous blood of the Shadow Beasts.The whispers of the stone echoed in her mind, an incessant hum that gnawed at her thoughts. It was like a living thing, pressing against the edges of her consciousness, demanding more of her, urging her to let go and embrace its full power.“You’re stronger with me,” the voice cooed. “You can protect them all. You can end this war.”But Lyra knew the truth. The power came at a cost. Each time she tapped into it, she felt a piece of herself slip further away - a fragment of her humanity, a shred of her will.She clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms as she tried to silence the voice.“It’s not real,” Thalia growled from deep within her. “It’s feeding on your doubt. You’re th
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The camp was eerily quiet under the canopy of night, the tension from the ambush still clinging to the air. Soldiers moved in subdued silence, repairing armor, sharpening weapons, or standing watch at the edges of the protective wards the witches had erected. The campfire crackled softly, casting flickering shadows across the gathered ranks, and Lyra sat apart from the others, her body aching from the transformation and her heart heavy with unease.Thalia’s voice stirred within her, a low growl of concern that seemed to echo in Lyra’s chest.“You’re stronger than you’ve ever been, Lyra,” Thalia said, her tone both proud and cautioning. “But that strength comes with a price.”Lyra shivered, pulling her cloak tighter around her shoulders. “I lost control today,” she murmured aloud, though her words were meant for her wolf.“You did what you had to do to protect the pack. To protect Kane. But I feel it too - the pull of something greater. Something darker.”The stone, nestled in her pock
Lyra, His Second Chance Mate Chapter 10 : The Ambush
The march south resumed at first light. The army moved with disciplined precision, their ranks tight and their spirits steeled by the looming threat of Drevon’s forces. Lyra rode at the head of the column alongside Kane, her wolf senses sharp and attuned to the stillness of the forest around them. The weight of leadership bore heavily on her, but she bore it with pride, knowing what was at stake.Behind them, the witches maintained their protective wards, weaving magic that hummed faintly in the air. Scouts fanned out ahead, returning periodically with updates that kept the column informed of the terrain and any potential threats.It wasn’t until the sun dipped low on the horizon that the first signs of trouble emerged.“Something feels wrong,” Lyra muttered, her amber eyes scanning the dense trees that lined their path.Kane, riding beside her, nodded grimly. “I feel it too. The forest is too quiet.”The silence was unnerving, broken only by the soft crunch of hooves and boots on the
Lyra, His Second Chance Mate Chapter 9 : Traces of Shadows
The soft rustling of leaves was the only sound breaking the stillness of the forest as the scout emerged from the treeline. His expression was grim, his movements swift as he approached the camp. Lyra, seated near the central fire with Kane and their gathered commanders, felt the weight of his urgency before he even spoke.“Your Highnesses,” the scout said, bowing briefly. “We’ve found something. Tracks heading south - large numbers. It’s definitely Drevon’s army.”A hush fell over the group. Lyra exchanged a glance with Kane, her chest tightening at the implication. Drevon wasn’t retreating - he was regrouping, likely preparing for his next strike.“Details,” Kane demanded, his voice sharp.The scout nodded. “His forces are moving slower than expected, likely recovering from their losses after the last engagement. But they’re making their way to the southern ravines - rugged terrain that would be difficult to navigate with our full forces. If we’re to strike, we’ll need to do it befo
