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CHAPTER 25

Author: Zeee Jibrin
last update Huling Na-update: 2024-10-20 05:38:05

The chill, mildewy air of the hidden passage clung to Lucas's skin as he led the group deeper into the tunnel. The walls were damp and narrow, little more than wide enough for them to proceed in single file. Caleb was leading the way, his steps sure, but Lucas could feel the tension in the air. Every muscle in his body was cranked up, prepared to shift at a second's notice in case Caleb turned on them.

"I don't like this," Elena whispered softly, but her voice was full of concern. She stuck close to Lucas, her hand brushing his arm. "How are we to know he's not leading us into another trap?"

"We don't," he said with a gloomy face. His wolf growled inside him, receiving the same warning as Elena did. "But we don't have another choice."

Behind them, Marcus found himself in a slight stumble, his strength still sapped from his breakdown. He still hadn't regained full control over his wolf, and Lucas could hear the rumble of a low growl deep in Marcus' chest. The rogue energy was still the
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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 26

    The ground had shaken beneath their feet as the walls of the tunnel started to close in, groaning under the weight of ancient stone. Lucas's eyes darted around, taking in the collapsing tunnel. Dust and debris filled the air, making it harder to see. Marcus growled low, his wolf form twitching, the rogue energy rippling through him as he barely clung to his sanity. His yellowed eyes gleamed with danger."We can't hold this for long," Lucas muttered, scanning for an escape.Elena's voice came steady, though her heartbeat raced. "Marcus has the strength. He can hold back the walls long enough for us to find another way out."Lucas hesitated. Marcus was already unstable, the rogue energy coursing through him more violently by the minute. But there wasn't another option. The tunnel was closing faster than they could run, and brute force was the only way to buy time."Marcus," Lucas called, his voice firm. "I need you to hold the walls. Just for a few minutes. Can you do that?Marcus's bre

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 27

    The air was thick in the chamber with some strange, almost suffocating energy. He could feel his wolf stirring uneasily beneath his skin, warning him of the danger they were surrounded by. The poor light flickered off the p symbols carved into the walls - symbols Lucas hadn't seen in several centuries, even in the deepest level of werewolf history. Elena was already studying them, her fingers tracing the ancient markings.These symbols, she whispered, almost not heard above the chilling silence. They belong to the old packs… the ones that vanished so long ago.Lucas leaned in closer, his cutting eyes tracing the lines and shapes carved into the stone. The Shadow Claw pack, he muttered. And the Blood Moon clan. For over a hundred years, they are considered extinct.But why are their symbols here?" Elena asked, her brow furrowed with worry. "This place feels wrong."Lucas nodded. "This isn't just an escape route. It's something else… something ancient.Behind them, Marcus groaned. He kn

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 28

    The room chilled as the darkened shadow coalesced into something better defined - a great wolf, much larger than any Lucas had ever seen. Eyes glowing eerily crimson, his fur seemed to shimmer like mist. The aura around him was ancient, dangerous, full of malice. He could feel the hairs on the back of his neck bristle; his wolf was on full alert.It's the spirit of a rogue alpha, Elena whispered, shaking, her eyes fixed on the dark figure drawing near. It's been imprisoned here for centuries.Lucas growled low, stepping in front of Elena and Marcus. His instincts screamed in danger, but he couldn't let the others see his fear. It wants to turn us rogue. This is what the curse was for.The glowing eyes of the spirit locked onto the barely standing Marcus. The wildness in his eyes grew worse by the second; his body trembled in such a way, fighting the rogue energy inside him. The spirit seemed to realize the weakness, drifting towards him like some predator homing onto its prey."No," L

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 29

    The air was thick with tension in the room. Still in wolf form, Lucas stood guardedly in front of Elena and Marcus. His golden eyes darted back and forth between the rogue spirit and Sarah's soldiers, their guns loaded with silver-tipped bullets. The spirit growled low, its crimson eyes locked on Marcus, who was regaining his energy bit by bit.But the threat wasn't only the spirit. There was still Sarah, gun raised, ready to end Marcus's life."Sarah," Lucas growled, shifting to his human form once again. Anger and mistrust blazed within his eyes. "You can't do this. If you kill him, the rogue energy will spread. None of us will be safe.Sarah's stare could have frozen water at a hundred paces, but her eyes betrayed a slight tic of indecision. Her soldiers exchanged uneasy, sideways glances, their faces pale due to the prescience of dark supernatural energy swirling around them as much as anything. They sensed something was wrong; so did even they."We don't have time for this!" Elen

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 30

    The earth shook beneath them as the ancient chamber collapsed into a cloud of dust. Still in wolf form, Lucas ran full speed down the narrow passageway, his sharp ears picking up the sound of cracking stone behind them. Elena clung to his fur, her breath coming out in ragged gasps as they sprinted toward the surface. Marcus was just ahead of them, stumbling but pushing forward, his body barely holding together after all he'd been through.Move!" Sarah growled from the back, her voice as cold as ever. Her soldiers, wrapped in tactical gear, forged forward as the wolves padded ahead, making each turn as the shaking continued."We're almost there!" Elena yelled over the noise. "Just a little more!Lucas growled in agreement, feeling the cool air of the surface just beyond the tunnel's mouth. They burst out of the collapsing chamber, into the fresh night air. For a moment, Lucas allowed himself to think they were safe. He shifted back into his human form, panting as he tried to catch his

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 31

    Lucas stood in the center of the crumbling chamber, his breath heavy, his body aching from the relentless battle. Blood dripped from his fur, staining the stone beneath his paws. Caleb, wild and untamed, stood opposite him, growling low and deep in his throat. His eyes glowed with the rogue energy that had turned him into something far more dangerous than a regular werewolf.The room was alive with tension, the air thick with the weight of the fight. Lucas could feel his pack’s fear, their uncertainty. They were outnumbered, surrounded by Sarah’s soldiers, who watched from the shadows, waiting for the moment to strike. But Lucas wasn’t ready to give up. Not yet.He could feel his wolf inside him, restless and angry, pushing him to keep fighting. Every muscle in his body screamed in pain, but his instincts as an alpha wouldn’t let him back down. He had to protect his pack. He had to stop Caleb.With a deep growl, Lucas tapped into the last reserves of his strength. His fur bristled, an

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 32

    The air was thick with anticipation as Elena and Marcus stood at the edge of the forest, shadows stretching long in the late afternoon sun. They had decided it was time to confront Lucas about the threats Elena had been receiving.“I don’t know how he’s going to react,” Elena said, glancing nervously at Marcus. “What if he denies everything? What if he doesn’t take us seriously?”Marcus shrugged, trying to project confidence. “We have to be direct. We need answers. No more secrets.”Elena nodded, her heart racing. She pulled out the notepad where she had jotted down her questions. “Okay, so here’s what we need to ask him: Why didn’t he tell us about the Moonshadow Clan? What does he know about the threats? And most importantly, how does he fit into all of this?”“Let’s just make sure we don’t come off as accusatory,” Marcus cautioned. “We need him to trust us, especially if we’re going to figure out what’s going on.”With that, they pushed deeper into the woods, their footsteps muffle

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 33

    The tension hung thick in the air as Elena, Lucas, and Marcus gathered in a small café just off the main street of town. It was a cozy place, filled with the aroma of fresh coffee and baked goods, but the warmth of the environment did little to ease Elena's growing anxiety. She stirred her cup of tea absentmindedly, her thoughts racing.After the unsettling encounter in the woods, they needed a plan, and Elena was determined to understand what was truly at stake.Lucas sat across from her, his brow furrowed in concentration. “I can’t stress enough how serious this situation is,” he said, glancing between Elena and Marcus. “The faction within the Moonshadow Clan believes that my friendship with you—Elena—is a direct threat to their existence.”“What do you mean?” Elena asked, a knot tightening in her stomach. “How does our friendship threaten them?”Lucas sighed, running a hand through his hair. “They believe that being close to a human weakens our ties to our werewolf heritage. It’s a

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  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 154

    The day had begun like any other, but as Lyra sat alone in her tent, the weight of everything pressing down on her felt heavier than it ever had before. The visitor’s words echoed in her mind, each one more damning than the last. How could she have missed the signs? The thought gnawed at her as she stared out at the camp. The tension among her people was palpable. It was as if the very air was thick with uncertainty.Her gaze fell to the faces of those she trusted most—Seraphine, Garret, and the others who stood by her side. But even as she watched them move about the camp, she couldn’t shake the feeling that they were keeping secrets from her. Was it possible that one of them was involved in the treachery that threatened to tear them apart? The thought made her stomach churn. She had always prided herself on her ability to read people, to know when something was wrong, but now, it felt like everyone was a mystery. And the more she thought about it, the more isolated she felt. The cam

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 153

    Lyra sat alone in her tent, the weight of the world pressing on her shoulders. The camp was unnervingly quiet, the usual sounds of soldiers sharpening their weapons and preparing for battle replaced by hushed whispers and nervous glances. The traitor was among them, and Lyra could feel it in her bones. She had spent days sifting through every detail of the camp, looking for clues, trying to put the puzzle together. But nothing stood out. Nothing pointed directly to the person she suspected.Her thoughts were a blur, a constant swirl of questions and suspicions. How could she have missed it? How could someone so close to her—someone she trusted—betray them all? The pain of betrayal was sharp, and it cut deeper than any blade. She had always prided herself on her ability to read people, to understand their motives, but this... this had slipped through her grasp.She leaned back in her chair, her eyes closing for a moment as she tried to calm the storm inside her. The camp was on edge, a

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 152

    The air was thick with tension as Lyra stood at the edge of the battlefield, the morning light casting a pale glow over the fallen. The sounds of her warriors moving about, cleaning up the aftermath of the conflict, were muted against the weight of the silence in her heart. The victory had been hard-won, but it came at a terrible cost. She could feel the weight of every life lost pressing down on her, each death a reminder of the responsibility she now carried as Alpha. Her gaze swept across the field, taking in the bodies of both her own pack and Kaelen's forces, all tangled together in death. The cries of the grieving families echoed in her ears, each one more haunting than the last. She could not help but think about her father. He would have known what to do, how to balance the harsh realities of war with the needs of his people.Lyra’s thoughts were interrupted as Elias and Garret approached her, their faces grim. Elias was quick to speak, suggesting they immediately press on, ta

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 151

    The quiet before the storm was palpable in the camp as the sun began to rise, its soft light casting long shadows across the battlefield remnants. Lyra stood at the edge of the clearing, her eyes scanning the camp as warriors gathered their weapons and prepared for the inevitable confrontation. It had been a long night of strategizing, and the weight of the decisions she had made felt heavy on her shoulders. The world around her was a mix of exhaustion and determination; her people, despite their weariness, were ready to fight. But Lyra felt the looming pressure of the leadership she had taken on. The responsibility of her pack, her people, her future—everything rested on her shoulders now.She had always known this day would come, but nothing could prepare her for the reality of it. The day when every choice she made could determine not just the fate of her pack, but her own as well. Lyra inhaled deeply, feeling the fresh morning air, hoping it would steady her nerves, but there was

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 50

    Lyra stood at the edge of the battlefield, her gaze sweeping over the remnants of the fight. The sun was setting, casting an orange glow over the scene. The victory was theirs, but it felt hollow. The dead lay scattered, their once proud bodies now nothing more than broken vessels. Some were her warriors, others the enemy. Her heart twisted at the thought of it all. She’d commanded this fight, but it came with a price. Victory felt bittersweet when the cost was so high.The warriors around her were already working quickly to tend to the wounded and secure the area. She knew the battle wasn’t over; it was merely a pause before the next wave. The enemy would regroup, and soon they’d be back. She could feel the weight of leadership pressing down on her, the responsibility of all these lives resting on her shoulders. She wanted to comfort her people, to tell them everything would be okay, but the words stuck in her throat. She wasn’t sure she believed them herself.Elias, her most trusted

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 149

    The morning air felt heavy with the tension of impending war, the sky still dark as Lyra sat in her private chambers, staring out at the horizon. The events of the night before weighed heavily on her mind, as did the speech she’d given to her people. A weight of responsibility pressed down on her chest, reminding her of the monumental task ahead. Her fingers lingered on the edge of the table, absently tracing the outline of an old family crest. It had been the symbol of her lineage, a reminder of all that her family had built and fought for, but now, it felt like a burden she wasn’t sure she was ready to carry.Her thoughts were interrupted by a gentle knock at the door. It was Elias. His presence had become a steadying force for her in the midst of the chaos. He stepped inside with a sense of urgency in his movements, the weight of the battle they were preparing for reflected in his expression. His words broke through her spiraling thoughts. "Lyra," he said softly, "Kaelen's forces a

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 148

    Lyra sat quietly in her chamber, staring out of the large window that overlooked the pack's territory. The mountains stood tall in the distance, their peaks shrouded in mist. The soft rustle of wind through the trees was the only sound that broke the heavy silence in the room. She ran a hand through her hair, feeling the weight of her crown settling on her head once more. It was a weight she had not been prepared for, but one she had accepted when the previous Alpha died. She had wanted to be strong, to prove to the pack that she was capable of leading them. But doubts crept in, always lingering at the back of her mind. Could she really do this? Could she protect them from the dangers that lurked in the shadows?She sighed and leaned her forehead against the cool glass of the window. The past weeks had been a blur of meetings, strategies, and the constant pressure to maintain control. The pack’s loyalty had not come easily. Some still whispered behind her back, questioning her ability

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 147

    Lyra sat alone in her chamber, the weight of the past few days pressing down on her. The battle against Roderick’s faction had been a hard-fought victory, but it had come at a cost. The tension in the air was palpable, and despite the triumph, she couldn’t shake the feeling that the real battle had just begun. As she stared out at the moonlit horizon, her thoughts drifted to Elias, who had been by her side through it all. His presence was a comfort, but she couldn’t ignore the quiet stirrings of doubt within herself. Could she really lead this pack? Could she navigate the complex web of alliances and betrayals that were sure to follow?The pack had rallied behind her in the wake of Roderick’s defeat, but Lyra knew that trust wasn’t something that could be earned overnight. Some of the older members still viewed her with suspicion, unsure of her ability to lead them to prosperity. And then there were the whispers—the voices of those who had once followed Roderick, now seeking to challe

  • THE ALPHA'S HEIR    CHAPTER 146

    Lyra stood in the clearing, the tension in the air almost palpable as the aftermath of her victory over Kael still lingered. Her muscles ached, but the adrenaline coursing through her veins kept her alert, her senses sharp. She had won, but the battle had left a mark on her, not just physically, but emotionally. The power struggle for dominance was far from over, and now, her true challenge was about to begin. Roderick, the leader of the Silver Claw pack, had arrived, his presence casting a shadow over everything. His arrival marked a turning point for Lyra. She had been prepared for this, but now that it was real, she could feel the weight of his gaze as he approached. His eyes, cold and calculating, locked onto hers, and she knew without a doubt that he saw her as a threat.Roderick’s reputation preceded him. He was known for his cunning, his ability to manipulate the minds of those around him, and his ruthless ambition. He had been watching from the shadows, waiting for the right m

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