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Author: Wills Onose
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The beauty of the sunrise did little to calm Lena's mounting anxiety, even if the early morning sun illuminated the sky in tones of scarlet and gold. Her thoughtful countenance was reflected by the soft waves as she stood at the lake's edge close to the crypt. Even while the orb was still confined in its temporary enclosure, they were all still heavily shadowed by it.

Kaden joined her, resting his chin on her shoulder and wrapping his hands around her waist. "Since last night, you have been silent."

Lena sighed. "I'm thinking of what will happen next. Serina’s words keep echoing in my mind.”

“About the sacrifice?” he asked softly.

She nodded, her voice barely above a whisper. “If it’s true, and someone has to wield the orb to destroy it, how do we even choose who that should be? How do we prepare for that kind of loss?”

Kaden turned her to face him, his dark eyes filled with unwavering resolve. “We’ll find a way to protect everyone. Including you. I won’t let you shoulder this alone,
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    The aftermath of Serina’s unexpected sacrifice left the group in stunned silence. The ground beneath them, once quaking with instability, now stood eerily still, as though holding its breath. The orb was gone, and with it, the energy that had threatened to tear their world apart. But the city around them, a grim story building reduced to rubble, streets abandoned, and a heavy silence that spoke of loss and uncertainty.Lena stood amidst the wreckage, her heart weighed down by questions that refused to leave her mind. Was Serina’s sacrifice enough? Did her sudden betrayal serve a larger purpose, or was it born of desperation?Kaden approached her, his expression as torn as her thoughts. “She didn’t have to do it this way,” he said, his voice low.Lena shook her head, her eyes scanning the horizon. “We may never understand why she chose to act alone, but we can’t dwell on it now. There’s too much left to rebuild.”---The group reconvened in a small surviving hall, where dim candle ligh

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 108

    The camp was silent after Lena’s sudden disappearance. Her last words echoed in their minds as the group stared at the spot where she had been moments ago. Kaden's knuckles became pale with strain as he held his blade more firmly."We need to go after her," he declared, His voice tight with repressed dread.Lucan hesitated. “How? The Keeper isn’t bound by the rules of our world anymore. We’d be walking into a trap.”“Then let’s spring the trap,” Kaden snapped, his eyes blazing. “I’m not leaving her to that monster.”Eira stepped forward, her hands trembling as she clutched a small, glowing crystal. “There’s one way,” she said quietly. “But it’s dangerous. The Keeper’s power is tied to the energy Serina unleashed. If we can sever that connection...”“Destroy the Keeper entirely,” Kaden finished, hope flickering in his eyes.Eira nodded. “But we’d need to confront it in its domain. And we’d need Lena.”---Lena awoke in a world of endless darkness, her body weighed down by invisible cha

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 109

    The serene village where Lena and Kaden found shelter after their frightening journey was illuminated in golden tones as the sun's initial rays emerged above the horizon. Although the morning hinted at calmness, Lena's heart remained weighed down by doubt.She stirred awake to the comforting, gentle warmth of Kaden's hand wrapping around her in a protective hug. He was a comfort, yet her mind whirred with anxiety. Even though the curse was lifted, the memories of her past continued to haunt her thoughts like shadows.Beside her, Kaden moved, opening his eyes to meet hers. “Good morning, love,” he murmured, his voice thick with sleep.Lena offered a small smile, brushing a strand of hair from his face. “Good morning,” she replied softly, but her tone betrayed her lingering tension.Kaden frowned slightly, sensing her worry. “What is it, Lena?”She hesitated, biting her lip. “It’s… everything. The curse may be gone, but my life still feels like it’s balancing on the edge of something un

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    Lena and Kaden were sleeping in a chamber with lovely lace curtains that let in the early morning sun. There was a great deal of tension between them even though the outside world started to buzz with the promise of a new day. In their minds, the whisper that had broken their silence the night before lingered like an unwanted visitor.Lena stood by the window, staring at the horizon while her fingertips traced the pane's edge. Sitting on the side of the bed, Kaden silently observed her. The weight of their never-ending struggles was engraved into the curvature of her shoulders, and he could see the storm building inside her.Kaden quietly murmured, "You're thinking too much again," getting up and approaching her.As he laid his hands lightly on her shoulders, Lena sighed and leaned into his contact. "How can I not? Every time I believe we have achieved peace, it eludes us.Kaden turned her to look at him, his eyes unblinking and firm. “Peace isn’t something we find, Lena. It’s somethi

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    The chamber erupted into chaos, but Lena’s mind was sharp, her instincts honed by every trial she had endured. Kaden moved to her side, his blade unsheathed, the steel catching the dim glow of the orb Lena had just touched. Alric stood behind them, his face pale but resolute.The dark figure moved slowly forward, displaying power with each step. Its voice echoed across the old ruins as it asked, "Do you even know what you’ve awakened?"Lena’s hand tightened around her staff, her voice steady. “We’re not afraid of you.”The figure laughed a low, cruel sound that sent shivers down her spine. “Perhaps you should be.”Suddenly, the shadows around the figure erupted outward, snaking toward them like living tendrils. Kaden shoved Lena back, raising his sword to intercept one of the dark appendages. Sparks flew as steel met shadow, but the tendrils didn’t waver.“We need to find its weakness!” Kaden shouted, dodging another attack.Lena's gaze flew about the space, looking for anything that

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    As Lena and her friends faced the shadows and tendrils that wrapped menacingly around them, the oppressive darkness pressed down on them, creating a tense atmosphere. The room throbbed with evil, but Lena held her ground, her staff blazing dimly in her hands. Kaden was at her side, his jaw set, his eyes reflecting unwavering determination."We end this, here and now," Lena said, her voice steady despite the chaos.With a tight hold on his blade, Kaden nodded. "Together."Alric moved further, his familiarity with old writings helping him to interpret the glowing letters carved onto the walls. "The shadows feed on fear and doubt," he explained. "If we channel our strengths, our hopes, they can be obliterated."As if sensing their resolve, the shadows writhed and surged toward them. Kaden leapt forward, slashing through the tendrils with precision, while Lena summoned a burst of light that sent the shadows retreating.---Despite their efforts, the darkness seemed endless, regenerating f

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 113

    As Kaden and Lena approached, their steps cautious but resolute, the glimmering light in the distance became stronger. It pulsed with an ethereal warmth that seemed to call them, it was more than just a light. Alric followed, muttering thoughts under his breath and wearing a worried frown.“This doesn’t feel like a trap,” Lena whispered, gripping Kaden’s hand. “It’s... different. Almost comforting.”Kaden nodded, his protective instincts still on high alert. “Stay close. "We’re unaware of what we are stepping into."The light grew brighter as they drew near, exposing an archway crafted from interwoven golden vines. Symbols glowed faintly along its edges, and the air hummed with energy. Alric stopped abruptly, his eyes wide.“This... this is ancient magic,” he said in awe. “Magic older than any I’ve studied. It’s not hostile, but it’s powerful. We need to be careful.”Kaden exchanged a glance with Lena, who nodded. Together, they stepped through the archway, their world instantly shift

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 114

    The village was alive with various activities, lights illuminating the streets, giving it a colorful scenery. Lena and Kaden's return, as well as the start of a new era for their people was all being celebrated in style. Music flooded the air, a symphony of hope and rebirth, while children smiled as they pursued one other.Lena stood at the center of it all with her hand firmly clutched in Kaden's. She was astounded by the change all around her, the once-somber village now brimming with happiness. Although the wounds from earlier conflicts were still evident, they served as memories of fortitude rather than suffering.Kaden leaned down, his voice low. “They look at you like a savior.”Lena shook her head, a soft smile on her lips. “We did this together. This isn’t just my victory.”Alric approached, his arms laden with scrolls and an expression that teetered between excitement and exasperation. “Lena, Kaden, I need you both. There’s something important you must see.”---The three ret

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 117

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 116

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  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 115

    The faint, pulsing glow drew Lena and Kaden deeper into the forest, the air thick with anticipation. Each step resonated with an unspoken promise, a connection to something far beyond their understanding.“Do you feel that?” Lena whispered, her voice trembling.Kaden nodded, his hand gripping hers. “It’s like the forest is alive, guiding us.”As the light intensified, they soon found themselves in front of a tall tree that was unlike any other. Its leaves gleamed dimly and its bark shimmered with silver, casting a warm, ethereal glow across the clearing. The source of the glow was a tiny, crystalline structure located at the foot of the tree.Alric, who had been following them, came out of the darkness gasping for air. “This tree... it’s older than any I’ve seen. It’s connected to the magic of this land.”Lena knelt before the crystal, her fingers brushing its surface. A surge of warmth filled her, bringing tears to her eyes. “It feels... alive.”---The crystal pulsed, and a soft voi

  • The Alpha's Cursed Heir   The Alpha's Cursed Heir 114

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