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2024-12-08 22:56:36Thank you for reading this book . If you want to know what Lyra will face in the future I invite you to read next book " Lyra, Lycan Queen "
"Lyra, Lycan Queen"
The Kingdom stands on the precipice of war, its fate teetering under the shadow of an ancient enemy. As Lyra and Kane lead their forces against the relentless army of the Shadow Order in the south, chaos strikes at the heart of the realm. The capital falls under siege and a devastating betrayal claims the life of the beloved King, leaving the throne without its protector.
In the wake of unimaginable loss, Lyra must rise to embrace her destiny - not just as a warrior or a leader, but as the rightful Queen of the Lycans. With the weight of the crown upon her head, she and Kane will face their greatest trials yet, navigating the treacherous path of ruling a fractured kingdom while confronting a ruthless enemy bent on destruction.
Amidst the raging war, Lyra’s bond with the mysterious stone grows stronger, revealing secrets about her lineage and a power so ancient it could tip the scales of fate. But wielding such power comes at a cost - one that could demand sacrifices Lyra and Kane aren’t prepared to make.
"Lyra, Lycan Queen" is a story of love, loss and unyielding strength. Will Lyra’s courage and Kane’s ferocity be enough to unite their people and triumph over the darkness? Or will the shadows of war consume them all?
The battle for the kingdom begins, but the fight for its soul has only just started.
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Lyra, His Second Chance Mate Chapter 107 : The Edge of Ruin
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Lyra, His Second Chance Mate Chapter 106 : Ash and Echoes
Harbinger POVThe darkness welcomed him like an old friend.It moved when he moved. Breathed when he breathed. Twined around his shoulders like a living mantle as he drifted through the ruins of the old forest temple, the shattered remnants of gods long forgotten crushed beneath his feet.Kane sat in the center of the stone circle, head bowed, sweat beading at his brow despite the cold. He hadn’t moved in hours.Still resisting.The Harbinger tilted his head, amused. He circled the boy slowly, boots making no sound on the broken marble. Kane’s energy flickered - unstable. Like a flame exposed to too much air.“You're unraveling,” the Harbinger said softly. His voice was silk over razors, ancient and echoing. “And still, you cling to her.”Kane’s jaw tightened. “I’m not yours.”The Harbinger crouched behind him, a whisper at his ear. “No. Not yet. But you will be.”A flick of power, and the circle of runes flared beneath them, casting everything in a red glow. Kane flinched but didn’t
