Chapter 116: Here With Me

The events of the battle and the revelation about the ancient darkness echoed in his mind, and a nagging thought took root.

"Hera," he began, his voice carrying a mix of contemplation and concern, "what if the curse, this ancient darkness, is not just a random force? What if it's tied to our very nature, to who we are?"

Hera turned to him, her eyes searching his face for answers. "What do you mean, Davien?"

"I mean," he hesitated, choosing his words carefully, "what if our roles as an alpha werewolf and a vampire princess are not mere coincidences? What if there's a deeper connection between our bloodlines and the curse that has haunted us?"

Hera furrowed her brows, processing the implications of his words. "Are you suggesting that our very existence, our supernatural heritage, is the cause of the curse?"

Davien nodded solemnly. "It's a possibility. The Elder Vampires might have cursed our bloodlines to prevent the union of a powerful werewolf and vampire. The curse might be a means t