Chapter 091Nero watched Lucia struggle from above. The air was twisted with raw power as golden light crackled around her, wild and untamed. Her eyes glowed with a divine light beyond this world, and her face was pale. She was losing herself to the Heart of Lunaria and slipping away. His heart tightened. This was not how he could lose her. Lucia's voice was tremulous and faint. "Nero... It's painful... I'm powerless over it. He grabbed her shoulders and fell to his knees next to her. Lucia, stay with me. Refuse to give in. You must resist it! Her body trembled as tears ran down her cheeks. "I'm trying, but it's just too powerful." Nero's chest constricted. He sensed the heavenly energy circling her, consuming and unrelenting. Bit by bit, it was consuming her humanity. If it went on, she would change into something else, something that was no longer human. And he would never find her again. As he held her, his hands shook. The choice raged in his mind, heavy and unforgiv
Chapter 092Lucia's stronghold was overshadowed by dark clouds, whose shadows stretched across the fractured ground.Sophia's gaze was fixed on the walls of the fortress as she stood at the edge of the battlefield. Anger blazed in her heart. Everything was going to end here. Her supporters gathered behind her as she held her hand, their faces contorted with loyalty and rage.She had revitalized their lifeless shells and brought them back. They owed her everything. And they would pay that debt back today. Her tone was steady and cold. We reclaim what is rightfully ours today. We hold Lucia accountable today for all of her betrayals and bloodshed. The voices of the army resounded through the desolate terrain as they roared. Sophia's eyes shone brightly. "No pity. Without hesitation. Destroy her entire world. As her supporters charged forward with their weapons raised and angry faces, the air glowed with excitement.They broke through the barriers and stormed through the gates
Chapter 093Standing on the edge of a cliff, Eldrin gazed down at the mayhem below. The battlefield was characterized by a sea of bloodshed, clashing swords, and roaring flames. He looked at it all with a detached, icy stare. "This is essential," he said in a firm, low whisper. "As long as they fight for power, there can be no balance." Behind him, a dark figure moved up. "Are you certain about this?" Eldrin didn't turn around. It's the sole option. This world will burn if they keep doing this. The figure paused. "You fought with them once. You referred to them as friends. Eldrin said, "They were never my friends," in a scathing tone. "They were barriers. They represented the pawns on the board. It's time to clear the board now. The air grew chilly as he held up his hand. Power crackled as dark energy swirled at his fingertips. The earth shook under him, sensing his intention. With wide eyes, the shadowy figure took a step back. "Are you serious about turning the neutral
Chapter 094Lucia opened her eyes, only to find the light gone. There was only darkness cold and unending. With panic creeping up her spine, her heart raced. She extended her hand and clawed at nothing. I'm where? She spoke in a distant, hollow voice. It didn't feel authentic. It didn't. There was nothing to anchor her to no sky, no ground, so she tried to move. Lost, she was floating. An acerbic voice broke the quiet. "Stop being scared. It's not helpful. Lucia turned her head quickly. "Who is that?" Out of the darkness, a figure emerged. Dark, long hair fell over angular shoulders. Anger filled the icy eyes that glared at her. "Sophia?" Sophia stood rigidly with her arms crossed. "You truly don't know anything, do you?" Lucia felt her chest constrict. "You... Are you also here?" Sophia rolled her eyes. Of course. Eldrin ensnared us in his perverted emptiness. We are now stranded together. I gripped Lucia's fists tightly. It's your fault! Had you not... Had you n
Chapter 095With his gaze focused on the horizon, Alessandro stood at the edge of the ancient temple. Gathering dark clouds swirled like a storm in the making. The air was heavy and tinged with a sinister force that made him shiver. Next to him, a voice whispered, "He's getting stronger." Elara's silver hair was blowing in the chilly wind when Alessandro turned to face her. Her violet eyes narrowed as she fixed them on the far sky. "Eldrin's strength increases every day. He will devour everything if we don't take action right away. "I understand." Alessandro clenched his jaw. "We must, therefore, strike him where it hurts." Elara's eyebrows arched. "You have a strategy?" Alessandro's lips formed a small smile. It was more than just a plan. She folded her arms. "Let's listen to it." He looked at the clouds that were gathering. Ancient power sources buried throughout the realms are where Eldrin gets his strength. We can weaken him at least long enough to obtain the upper
Chapter 096Isabella stood in the middle of the old room, staring at the glowing crystal with her heart racing. The heavy, ancient, magic-charged air pricked her skin.She couldn't quite understand the secrets that the shadows whispered as they danced across the stone walls. In an attempt to relax, she inhaled deeply. Now, there was no place for fear.Lucia's voice broke the silence. "Are you certain that this is the sole option?" She stood at the edge of the circle, her arms crossed and her eyes wide with concern.Isabella nodded while keeping her eyes fixed on the crystal. Failure to lift Eldrin's curse will destroy everything we hold dear. I must complete this task.Lucia countered, "But these spirits... They're dangerous." They have no regard for our lives or our world. They will misrepresent you and exploit your anxieties.Isabella softly acknowledged, "I know." However, they also possess the information we require. We are all doomed if I don't at least attempt it.Lucia's should
Chapter 097As Lucia stood before the altar, her hands shook as she arranged the sacred runes, and the ancient chamber's air was heavy.She shivered as faint murmurs reverberated through the stone walls. This ritual was their last defense against Eldrin's curse. Its darkness was pressing against her chest, encroaching. Alessandro came in, his expression tight. "The energy is strange, but we're almost ready." Lucia felt a jolt in her heart. "What do you mean?" He paused, looking into the darkness. "I'm not sure. Something is retaliating as if it understands what we're doing. Her fists clenched. "Eldrin has powerful magic. We were aware that it would be difficult. With a worried expression, Isabella joined them. "The issue we face is more serious. The barriers of protection are eroding. They were tampered with by someone. "What?" Panic rising, Lucia's voice was sharp. "Who would act in that way?" Alessandro's eyes grew gloomy. "Someone who is not interested in our success.
Chapter 098The air in the chamber was heavy and cold. It was difficult for Lucia to breathe because of the weight on her chest.The old inscriptions etched on the stone walls appeared to throb, muttering cautions she was too desperate to ignore.She traced the forbidden rune on the ground, her hands shaking as its glow flickered dangerously, She was aware of the danger.It was for a reason that the ritual was prohibited. She had no other option, though. Standing next to her, Isabella had a determined yet pale face. "Do you think this is true?" Lucia's tone faltered. "No." But there is no other option. Alessandro joined them, jaws clenched. "There won't be any going back if we take this action." Lucia's eyes were fierce as she met his. "There is no way to go back anyhow. As long as everything is gone, Eldrin won't stop. He must be fought, even at the expense of everything we own. Isabella turned her head away and trembled. "However, the reaction... If we lose control..." L
Chapter 151The sky above the Celestial Nexus churned, deep indigo streaked with silver mild. Nero stood in the center, the burden of the universe pressing in opposition to his chest. His frame radiated power, a force he hadn’t yet fully discovered to control. Nyxario.That name rang in his head like a bell, a steady reminder that he turned into not just Nero Orsini. He became something greater. Something divine.But is turning into divinity a blessing or a curse?He closed his eyes, letting the whispers of the gods slither throughugh his mind. They called to him, demanding obedience, urging him to sever all mortal ties. To allow the passage of Lucia.Lucia.His hands clenched into fists. He had fought through hell to attain her, defied fate itself. And now, simply while she wanted him most, he was being requested to shrink back?A presence stirred at the back of him. He didn't want to show to realize who it had become.“You’re hesitating.”The voice changed into calm, but there has b
Chapter 150The moon appeared low above the Celestial Nexus and its pale light created extended shadows on the jagged alien rocks surrounding the large glowing pool at the center. An unsettling silence filled the air while the faint wind whispered in a timeless language.Lucia positioned herself at the periphery of the glowing pool which emitted an eerie yet gentle luminescence.The Heart of Lunaria emitted a soft glow beside her while its crystalline body throbbed like a faint heartbeat. It was waiting, just like she was. A few steps from Lucia Nero watched her back with his gaze while his face remained tense. The burden of their pending decision loomed above them like an ominous storm cloud.His voice reached only a whisper as if louder words might destroy their delicate instant. “Are you sure about this?” She didn’t answer right away. The words refused to leave her throat because her soul itself seemed to be resisting speech. How could she be sure? There were too many unknowns. T
Chapter 149A blanket of stars sparkled above the ancient mountain as the night sky shimmered. Lucia and Nero observed from the cliff edge as unnatural energy surged throughout their surroundings. A dense energy filled the air while the world waited for an imminent monumental event. The celestial event was only moments away. The pressure of the air shifted around Lucia which made her heart race while her senses intensified. She whispered "Something feels wrong here" but her words disappeared into the wind's fierce roar. “Nero, do you feel that?” Nero nodded, his expression grim. “It’s him. Eldrin. He’s going to do something… something huge.” The celestial bodies above started moving while their normal brightness faded momentarily before exploding into vibrant chaotic patterns. The heavens themselves seemed to be rearranging. The earth beneath them quivered gently as though holding its breath in anticipation for a massive release.A solitary beam of light shot from the darkened sky
Chapter 148The dim light inside the cavern revealed Sophia's followers while ancient unnatural tension filled the air. Carved twisted symbols decorated the stone around the ritual site and emitted a faint pulse of dark energy.The walls of the room appeared to come alive as shadows danced in the corners beneath the flickering torchlight.At the entrance Lucia stood with fast breathing while she examined the surroundings. Her pulse thundered in her ears.She experienced the compelling force of magic all around her. The resurrection ritual was close to completion. Failing to act at this moment would result in the loss of their hard-fought goals.Asher spoke in a tense whisper that bordered on a growl when he said she had gotten too close. "We can’t let her rise again." Lucia gave a quick nod while she firmly grasped the blade in her hand. "We’ll stop it. We have to." Beside her, Sindre’s eyes glinted with determination. Sindre observed that the barriers presented an unprecedented lev
Chapter 147The old cathedral's shadows held Alessandro as his amber eyes remained fixed on candlelight streaming through broken windows. Damp stone mingled with broken promises made the air thick and oppressive. He held onto the silver cross at his neck which he had lost faith in but did not dare to remove.Kalyndria entered the room through her presence before her physical form appeared. The air trapped the mingling fragrances of lavender and death which served as her signature entrance.Her heels struck the marble floor with a sharp sound as Alessandro's jaw tightened."You came." Her voice was silk wrapped around thorns. "I didn't come for you." He watched from the window as the moon fought to shine through the dense clouds. "I came for what was promised." Kalyndria's lips curved. "And what was promised? Power? Revenge? Do you seek liberation from Lucia's controlling grip or something else?Alessandro felt his heart pounding yet he managed to conceal the reaction. He refused to
Chapter 146Valeria ran her fingers over the cracked edges of the ancient tome as it lay upon the marble altar. A dense aroma of smoldering herbs mixed with moisture from the stone filled the sanctuary's atmosphere.Moonlight seeped through the high-arched windows creating shadows on the faded murals that depicted forgotten deities. Each inhalation she made seemed burdened by the circulating whispers inside her head.They were getting louder. She closed her eyes tight to muffle the voices that were clawing at her thoughts. But the visions wouldn't stop. Her eyelids became a screen for visions of city fires and rivers stained black while she saw a shadowy figure standing at the center of it all.Eldrin. Her heart pounded against her ribs while the name reverberated through her mind. The prophecy had haunted her visions for weeks until this moment when everything began to connect.Footsteps echoed along the stone corridor. Valeria’s eyes snapped open, her pulse quickening. Valeria spu
Chapter 145The cold steel of his blade's hilt became familiar as Dante's fingers wrapped around it. The pressure he applied to his grip caused his knuckles to ache but he remained determined to maintain his composure. The looming decision tormented him with its weight.He stood at the brink of darkness before and fought to pull himself away from its pull. Today everything made him feel like the darkness was nearer than it had ever been before."Are you okay?" Lucia’s voice pierced his thoughts with a soft but sharply concerned tone.Dante didn't look up. He couldn’t. He wasn't sure if he was okay. Could he ever be?He muttered "Fine" but his voice lacked the confidence he desired. He wasn’t fine. Not at all. Every mission and threat he faced brought his internal darkness back to life.Lucia remained next to him providing a firm presence that showed her unwavering belief in him. But she didn’t know everything.The monster that once took the form of Lupero and reveled in chaos and dest
Chapter 144Tension filled the council room making the air feel dense. At the table’s head Lucia sat while her fingers nervously tapped the smooth surface beneath them. The fragile peace between the factions had always hung by a thin thread that could break suddenly.But today, something was different. Kalyndria stepped into the room through the creaking door while her focused eyes quickly scanned her surroundings.Lucia’s heart sank. Her body was alert to the truth that this meeting held more importance than usual.Kalyndria surveyed the assembled group with a voice that carried both chill and restraint. “Let’s get this over with.” Lucia gave a small nod and fought to maintain a blank expression. She couldn’t show weakness, not now. Her eyes flicked to the leaders seated around the table: The table included Elena who represented the witches’ faction alongside Morten from the vampire group and Blake who led the werewolves.The council members had all consented to join the meeting bec
Chapter 143The wind screamed through the stone fissures while the temple maintained a haunting silence within. As Lucia advanced across the temple floor her boots made a ringing noise against the ancient stone.The ancient symbols carved into the walls emitted a faint glow which made them appear alive with ancient magic.The ancient temple seemed to hold countless secrets within its shadows while centuries of history created a heavy burden that pressed upon her.Isabella Marini stepped silently next to her while she examined everything in the room. Isabella Marini also detected the magical presence in the atmosphere.This location exhibited an unusual quality which pulled visitors in with its allure yet pushed them away with its menace.The prophecy of the Blood Moon draped itself over them like a dark shadow which they could only interpret by examining the ancient past.Lucia paused briefly as her fingers traced the chilly surface of the stone wall. "I can feel it," she murmured. "T