Chapter 054Lucia's heart raced as she remained in the dimly lit space, where tension filled the air. The traitor was here. He was one of her own. She had completely trusted this individual.She never saw it coming, and she would have never believed it in a thousand lifetimes.A deep sense of betrayal invaded her stomach when she saw the familiar person standing before her."Why?" Her voice remained cold, but her hands shook as she asked the question. "How could you do this? After everything we’ve been through?"The woman who betrayed her stood before her with her eyes fixed on the floor. The woman displayed a mixture of shame, but something else was present.A hidden strength emanated from her body that she never expected to find.Something dangerous. Lucia’s inner voice warned her that this encounter marked only the start of a more perilous situation.The traitor lifted her eyes to meet Lucia's stare. She spoke with softness, but her voice lacked any hint of regret. She intended to
Chapter 055The earth trembled under Lucia's feet when Matteo's initial military force attacked the base. The war drums played a haunting beat in the distance, sending shivers through her veins.She had anticipated this day's arrival, yet its intensity exceeded all expectations."Get ready!" All noise halted momentarily when Lucia shouted to command her troops during the frantic military movement. "Keep your position! The walls must remain secure, as no one can allow the enemy's forces to penetrate.She checked the battlefield while her heart raced inside her chest. The loyal and brave members of her alliance stood uncertain before the battle. Their training prepared them, but the enemy forces outnumbered them heavily. The base her last bastion was surrounded.Aiden approached Lucia's side with a serious expression. We cannot defeat them in this manner, Lucia. They’re too strong, too many."She spoke with composure even though fear consumed her. "But we fight anyway. Our resistance la
Chapter 056Lucia stood by herself in the destroyed area while her body suffered from combat injuries, and her heart carried the burden of everything that had been killed.The battlefield displayed a grim sight of dead soldiers who belonged to both enemy and friendly forces.The destroyed command center released smoke into the air while its remains transformed into ruins.The bitter taste of victory disappeared from her grasp when she surveyed the destroyed battlefield. The victory she earned through her intense battle efforts proved too costly.The gentle wind sounds allowed Aiden to approach without making any noticeable noise. He observed her standing there for an extended period while she remained deep in thought. He didn’t need to speak. He knew what she was feeling."Lucia..." His voice emerged with caution and deep comprehension as he started to speak. "We’ve won. But—"She interrupted him before he could complete his statement. Her voice barely reached his ears as she spoke th
Chapter 057Lucia traversed the dimly lit hallways of her stronghold while her thoughts raced about everything that had occurred. The ongoing conflict with Matteo had exhausted both Lucia and her followers.The battle victories were not without a steep price.The stronghold seemed to face fresh threats from unknown enemies that emerged from every shadow.Her body and mind showed signs of complete exhaustion. The artifact's weight burdened her, while its power remained both a blessing and a curse.She needed answers and guidance but had no one to seek it from.A woman dressed in dark robes entered Lucia's chambers through the slowly opening door while carrying a timeless aura that seemed to stretch back to the beginning of time."Who are you?" Lucia demanded as she instinctively grabbed her weapon while keeping her senses at maximum alert.The woman didn’t flinch. The pale and sharp eyes of the woman examined Lucia with full attention. She introduced herself with a gentle voice as Isab
Chapter 058Lucia remained in the dim chamber while the dancing candlelight shifted shadows on the stone walls. The ritual was ready.The heavy danger surrounding it became physically noticeable to Lucia as it sank its pressure into her body.This was the moment she had been preparing for, as it had the potential to break the Blood Moon curse.The ancient scroll lay before her as she touched its edge, yet her mind kept returning to the sense that something essential was missing.Lucia spoke in a soft tone while expressing her doubts about the decision. "What if we fail? The sacrifice seems too heavy to manage according to our current circumstances.Isabella moved through the room with focused attention while she arranged the ritual space near Lucia. She spoke unwaveringly and calmly, saying, "We've traveled this distance together, Lucia." This is the only way.The choice stands between success or enduring another encounter with Matteo's punishment. The consequences will be even more s
Chapter 059Lucia stood at the edge of the ancient ruin while the wind tore through her hair, and her breathing became unsteady.Matteo was here. She sensed his presence like an oppressive dark shadow that grew more intense with each passing moment, Years and lifetimes of struggle had led her to this moment, yet she doubted her readiness to face it.Dark, ominous clouds swirled through the sky above their position. The Blood Moon hovered in the distance while it illuminated the terrain with its blood-red light, which seemed to be observing the unfolding battle.Lucia held the artifact tightly while its energy surged through her palm, yet it appeared unsteady because it shared the same uncertainty about what would occur.Do you believe you can halt my path, Lucia? Matteo directed his voice across the collapsed temple walls until it reached every ear. It echoed, cold and mocking.From the edge of the sacred circle, Matteo watched with evil intent as he kept his distance. "This is the e
Chapter 060Lucia stood at the edge of the ancient ruin while the wind tore through her hair, and her breathing became unsteady.Matteo was here. She sensed his presence like an oppressive dark shadow that grew more intense with each passing moment.Years and lifetimes of struggle had led her to this moment, yet she doubted her readiness to face it.Dark, ominous clouds swirled through the sky above their position.The Blood Moon hovered in the distance while it illuminated the terrain with its blood-red light, which seemed to be observing the unfolding battle.Lucia held the artifact tightly while its energy surged through her palm, yet it appeared unsteady because it shared the same uncertainty about what would occur.Do you believe you can halt my path, Lucia? His tone echoed off the old temple’s damaged walls as he shouted to them all. It echoed, cold and mocking. From the edge of the sacred circle, Matteo watched with evil intent as he kept his distance. "This is the end for you.
Chapter 061Kalyndria positioned herself at the temple's edge while staring at the Blood Moon filling the night sky. The deep crimson illumination revealed her sharp facial features and illuminated the ancient stones.The wind blew through her dark robes, creating a lifelike movement. The Blood Moon's power surged through her senses while she displayed a sadistic smile on her lips.Her plan was in motion, and its different elements started to align perfectly. She would soon achieve a divine power that surpassed the power of all gods.She spoke in a hushed tone, her voice carrying both excitement and eagerness. The world will recognize my supremacy. Lucia will fade into oblivion because she exists only as a fading memory.She used a quick motion of her wrist to summon dark energy, which spun through the air. The earth shook under her feet, sensing the immense power she was about to unleash.A chilling laugh emerged from her lips. The Blood Moon functioned as a weapon and the essential
Chapter 086Kalyndria opened her eyes. Her body was still hurting from the damage the battle had done to her, and she was breathing in short, sharp gasps.However, she was still alive. She was wounded, but not broken or defeated. . I am not ready to give up just yet.She raised her hand, staring at the thin slivers of magic flickering across her fingertips like dying embers. It wasn't enough, but it was all she had left. It wouldn't be sufficient to complete the task she had begun.Images of Lucia's disobedience, Nero's meddling, and the never-ending power struggle raced through her head.She had had the Fire of the Moonthe Bloodod Moon itself, but it had escaped her grasp, leaving her scarred but with choices.At least there had to be a clear way forward. She would ensure that the path was clear.Kalyndria stood up, her bare feet chilled by the chilly stone of her haven. She welcomed the dust and decay that pervaded the air inside the secret temple.The walls held numerous sacrifices
Chapter 085As the wind howled through the mountain pass's narrow path, Dante's hands clenched around the hilt of his sword. His breath came in irregular, shallow gasps, and every step felt like a thousand burdens.Even though his past had always hovered over him like a shadow, he was resolved to put it behind him today.He would prove himself today, if not to the entire world, then at least to Lucia, who was the most important person.The stakes were high, but the mission was straightforward. In order to prevent Matteo from unleashing his evil magic, he and the team needed to recover an old artifact.Dante had offered to lead the risky portion, but Lucia took the lead.He could feel the pull of his former life, the darkness that had long defined him, the farther they ventured into enemy territory. Now, however, he was fighting for redemption.He saw a vision of Lucia's face, her eyes full of something other than determination. It might have been hope. Perhaps it was trust.He hadn't
Chapter 084Alessandro sat in the dimly lit chamber, a soft fire flickering in the hearth before him.The room was quiet, save for the occasional rustle of the papers scattered across the wooden table in front of him.The ancient walls of the mansion held an eerie still as if the very air was holding its breath, waiting for what was to come next.The task ahead weighed heavily on him, yet he had never shied away from responsibility.Tonight, he was not just Alessandro Stellini. He was a strategist, a leader, a man whose alliances would determine the fate of their world.Lucia had entrusted him with this mission to unite the forces that would stand against the chaos Matteo and Kalyndria sought to unleash. And Alessandro, despite his doubts, would not fail her.The door to the chamber creaked open, and he looked up to see Isabella step inside, her eyes sharp and focused, as always.Her presence was a comfort in this tense moment, a reminder that he was not alone in this fight."Have yo
Chapter 083Gasping for breath, Lucia stood at the base of the Italian Alps, staring up at the jagged rocks that hid the ancient temple she sought.The fresh aroma of the snow-capped mountains blended with the scent of pine trees in the crisp air.It was not only the physical weight of the Heart of Lunaria that was heavy in her hands. It was the weight of accountability and the knowledge that her decisions could either preserve or ruin everything she held dear.She had reached this point in her journey where she would confront the unknown and enter the center of power beyond her comprehension.The knowledge of Eldrin's increasing power weighed heavily on her heart, and the road ahead was dangerous. Though doubt gnawed at her insides, she had no choice but to move forward."Are you sure about this?" Nero's voice broke the silence, and he was always there by her side.Lucia looked at him, his expression a mix of resolve and worry. She could see the fear in his eyes the fear of failing,
Chapter 082Isabella's fingers hovered over the ancient book, its pages smudged but still readable from years of turning.Her heart pounded as she turned the pages of the yellowed parchment, the words drawing her further into the mystery of Eldrin, the mighty creature who had suddenly materialized.She had been having visions that were getting more precise and distinct. But they were still illogical. Similar to a puzzle that needs to be assembled, the pieces were dispersed.She was trying to make connections as her mind raced. Not only was Eldrin a strong being, but he was also something much older, with ties to the Blood Moon.Prophecies from antiquity that mentioned equilibrium and forces that could either tip the scales in favor of life or destruction had never been clear.However, this was something different. Eldrin was not a normal person. He was the final member of a lineage that had been developed since the beginning of time in order to preserve the harmony between chaos and o
Chapter 081Matteo Vulpin stood in the dimly lit room, his back straight and his fingers resting lightly on the cold wood of the table. The walls around him felt like they were closing in, the air heavy with the tension he had built over months.Usually, he played a slow, calculated game, but tonight, something felt different. Everything was about to shift, and he knew it.His next move would shock Lucia's coalition, leaving them vulnerable and exposed.The plan was set in motion a long time ago. Lucia meticulously crafted every detail, perfectly timing each betrayal and assassination.One by one, Lucia's once-strong alliances began to crumble. He couldn’t help but feel a slight satisfaction as he imagined the fear spreading through her ranks.Matteo’s gaze flickered toward the map on the table before him.He was not only interested in the supernatural world but also in the lucrative mafia world.Lucia had trusted too many people too many people who had already chosen their sides.He k
Chapter 080Sophia’s eyes flickered open, her vision blurry at first, the darkness around her swarming with fragmented images. Her mind felt like a jigsaw puzzle, the pieces scattered, waiting to be put together.She could feel the pulse of her heart, slow and heavy, as though something had been stolen from her, something vital that she could not yet recall.A voice whispered in the back of her mind, sharp and full of malice. “You’re not whole yet. Not yet.”She blinked, trying to make sense of the words, but they faded into the shadows as she pushed herself to sit up. The air smelled thick with magic, familiar yet foreign, as if the very fabric of reality had been altered.She could feel the power pulsing through her veins, her body still not entirely her own but stronger than she remembered.The ritual had worked. But it had been incomplete.Sophia’s hand pressed against her forehead, the memories flooding back in flashes images of betrayal, anger, and a thirst for revenge.She reme
Chapter 079The night in Corciano had always been peaceful. The cool breeze swept through the streets, carrying the scent of fresh flowers from the nearby gardens. It was the kind of place where the supernatural lived quietly among the humans, each of them keeping their heads down, knowing their place in the world.There was a calm here, a sort of stillness that settled in the heart. But all of that would change in an instant.A crackle of energy split the air, followed by a low rumble like thunder. The ground trembled beneath their feet, and the night sky, which had been clear and serene, darkened as if something unseen was blocking out the stars.A sudden, sharp gust of wind blew through the trees, rattling the branches and sending leaves spiraling into the air.Then, the figure appeared.Eldrin stood at the center of the town square, his presence undeniable. He was tall, his long hair flowing like dark silk around his shoulders.His eyes, glowing faintly with a light that seemed bo
Chapter 078As Nero observed the mayhem all around him, his heart raced. As Matteo's army swept through the room, the Heart of Lunaria flickered feebly on the table, its light fading.The dark magic swirled in the air, thick and suffocating, and he could feel its oppressive weight.Lucia was only a few paces away, and her eyes reflected his desperation.She had to finish the ceremony, She had to complete what she had begun.However, Matteo's troops had already arrived, and they would not give up until they had Lucia and the Heart."No!" With a roar, Nero moved ahead of her, his hands automatically grabbing hold of his divine power. "Remain back!"The soldiers paused, obviously not anticipating opposition. However, the sinister energy that pervaded the space propelled them forward, and the first blow came like a wave, strong and relentless.Nero barely flinched, even though he felt the impact of their spell. This time, though, something was different. He was accustomed to the weight of