Chapter 137The Celestial Nexus shook beneath Lucia’s feet while her heart pounded inside her chest. The chamber walls appeared to press together while the atmosphere became dense with mysterious, electrified energy. Her senses detected an unprecedented force surpassing all previous experiences. But it wasn’t enough. Not yet.Nero stood next to her with a focused expression as he poured his power into the Nexus. The golden light emitted from his hands while his expression showed determination, but his tired eyes revealed the weariness Lucia recognized in her own bones. The battle they waged was for something they simply couldn't afford to lose.The battle against Astralion was just beginning. The ozone smell filled the air with the buzzing vitality of the universe. The chamber hummed softly while its vibrations aligned with the fast rhythm of her heartbeat. Lucia tightened her fingers into fists while she tried to find her balance. It was no use. The fear that had taken up residence
Chapter 138A gasp escaped Lucia as the light started to fade gradually. Her body felt weightless, her mind spinning. She experienced a sensation of moving between two distinct realities.Despite the blurring of her vision, she managed to discern Nero’s face showing simultaneous worry and relief. He knelt next to her, supporting her with gentle yet desperate determination through his firm grasp.His voice whispered, "Lucia…" carrying with it a profound sense of anguish. She could hear the pleading beneath it. “Stay with me, please.”She attempted to say she was alright but found her throat parched. As she attempted to reach out to him, her hands shook while she struggled to collect her thoughts. An overwhelming amount of events and powerful forces occurred simultaneously.She asked quietly with a whisper that was almost silent, “What’s… happening to me?”Nero showed signs of worry through his eye movements but waited before responding. His hand rested on her forehead while his thumb m
Chapter 139A threatening presence existed beneath the surface that Lucia sensed all around her but remained impossible to touch.The moment her eyelids fell shut, she glimpsed a menacing dark figure that disappeared from sight before she could understand its full shape. She had to figure this out. She had to make sure it didn't fall through the cracks.Nero expressed his discomfort with a quiet voice as he intensely surveyed their environment, which reflected her own sense of dread.They positioned themselves inside the ancient library located within the Moon Goddess’s temple, where dusty air mingled with the aroma of old parchment. The past seemed alive in this space as it whispered forbidden secrets.Lucia nodded, her thoughts racing. “I can feel it too, Nero. Something’s coming.”She made her way further into the library with her footsteps making echoes in the quiet. Her fingers touched the surface of the shelf holding many ancient books.Lucia's eyes passed over the book titles,
Chapter 140Lucia positioned herself in front of the broken window where a chill wind touched her skin. A thick cloud cover partially obscured the moon, which hung low in the sky. The atmosphere held the heaviness of past events and awaited future occurrences.Nero moved back and forth across the room while he whispered, "He's out there." His dark eyes moved from the window to the table where the candle flame flickered. "Morvath... he won't wait long. He'll strike when we're weakest." The wooden frame felt pressure as Lucia's fingers clutched around its edge. Her heart pounded against her ribcage, yet she maintained a firm voice."Then we won't give him that chance." Nero's footsteps paused. He observed Lucia while his eyebrows creased together in deep thought."We can't do this alone, Lucia." She knew he was right. The supernatural world's burden was too great to be shouldered by two people irrespective of their strength. They needed allies. They needed unity.Looking away from th
Chapter 141As Lucia entered the temple's core she felt the dense air while the old stone beneath her feet resonated with ancient power from forgotten ages. The majestic summits of the Italian Alps rose above them with snow-capped peaks slicing through the sky as if they were the fangs of some primeval creature. The trees carried the wind's hushed tones while the temple embraced an uncanny stillness that resonated with profound awareness.Isabella Marini walked beside her as quietly as a shadow with every step deliberate and precise. Her gaze shifted rapidly between the intricate wall carvings which featured celestial symbols and powerful runes along with spirals that told stories from an ancient era when magic was still in its infancy and the world lacked borders.Isabella asked Lucia softly if she could sense the magic while her voice trembled with wonder.Lucia gave a small head movement while her heart pounded intensely within her ribcage. The magic in the air vibrated so intensel
Chapter 142Despite the howling wind outside the stone temple, which made sounds through its cracks, the interior remained eerily silent. Lucia moved ahead as the sound of her boots bounced off the chilly old stone floor beneath her.Ancient magic made the walls appear alive as etched symbols on them emitted a faint glow. Every shadow held secrets as she experienced the immense weight of centuries within this unbelievably ancient temple.Next to Lucia stood Isabella Marini, who moved silently while her eyes carefully examined the surroundings. Isabella Marini picked up on the energy filling the temple space. This location emitted a mysterious aura that simultaneously drew people in while also giving them a sense of danger.The Blood Moon prophecy loomed over them like an ominous shadow, which required them to explore the depths of history to fully comprehend.Lucia paused briefly while her fingers traced the chilly stone wall. "I can feel it," she murmured. "The magic. It's... it's ev
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
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 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