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As Astrid rose to her feet, hand still clutching mine, I couldn’t tear my eyes away from her. Her face was streaked with tears, but her expression was fierce, determined. She’d stood on the edge of her own self-doubt and chosen to fight her way back. And damn, if it didn’t make me fall harder for her. I’ve faced more battles than I care to remember—fought creatures that most men would never survive. But nothing compared to watching Astrid confront her fears. Because the truth is, the doubts she faced weren’t just hers. They were mine too. “You’re incredible,” I said before I could stop myself. Her head turned sharply, surprise flickering across her face. “What?” “You heard me,” I said, stepping closer. “The way you just stared down whatever that was… I’ve never seen anyone do that.” She blinked at me, as if trying to decide whether to accept the compliment or question my sanity. “I didn’t do it alone,” she murmured, her voice softer now. “You… you pulled me back.” I want
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The air shimmered with a strange, ethereal energy as Astrid and I emerged from the veil’s first test. My chest felt lighter, as though the invisible chains of doubt that Darion had tried to wrap around me had loosened—if only slightly. Astrid’s hand was still in mine, her grip firm, as though she were tethering me to reality. Ahead, the clearing was bathed in soft, golden light, an almost eerie calm settling over it. Two figures stood waiting—Lira, her sharp features softened with a mixture of relief and apprehension, and Alice, whose presence exuded raw, commanding power. Astrid hesitated for a fraction of a second, her eyes darting to me before releasing my hand and stepping forward. “Mother,” she said, her voice steady despite the exhaustion that clung to her. Lira’s gaze flickered to me, her expression unreadable, before she focused entirely on her daughter. “You made it through the first veil.” There was pride in her tone, but it was tempered by caution. “That is no small f
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The shadows slithered across the walls like living smoke, their dark forms twisting and solidifying into armored figures. They were faceless, featureless except for the gleaming weapons they carried—swords, spears, and shields that looked as if they’d been forged from pure obsidian. The room grew colder with each passing second, the air thick and oppressive. Astrid tightened her grip on my hand, her breathing steady despite the clear danger surrounding us. “Kael,” she said softly, her voice calm but urgent. “I see them,” I replied, stepping in front of her instinctively, my wolf snarling in my chest. The figures stood motionless for a moment, as if waiting for a command. Then, all at once, they began to move, their weapons raised as they advanced on us. “There’s too many,” Astrid said, her voice strained but not panicked. “We’ve faced worse,” I growled, unsheathing my blade. My wolf surged forward, the need to protect her overriding every other thought. The first shadow
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The air exploded with chaos as the shadows surged forward, their weapons glinting with an eerie, otherworldly glow. I barely had time to react before the first one was upon us, its blade slicing through the air toward Astrid. I moved instinctively, stepping in front of her and deflecting the blow with my claws. The force of the impact sent a shockwave up my arm, but I held firm, my wolf roaring in fury inside me. “Astrid, stay behind me!” I barked, twisting to block another strike from a second shadow figure. But Astrid wasn’t listening. She stepped to my side, her hands glowing faintly with a silver light I recognized as the remnants of the ritual’s magic. She wasn’t helpless—not anymore. With a sharp flick of her wrist, the light coalesced into a shimmering shield, deflecting another attacker before it could reach me. “Don’t think I’m just going to stand here while you do all the work!” she snapped, her voice steady despite the chaos. I didn’t have time to argue. More shadows
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Astrid froze, her hand resting protectively on her stomach, her face a mixture of shock and defiance. "You knew?" she asked, her voice trembling, but her gaze sharp as it locked on Alice. "You knew I was pregnant, and you still expect me to leave my child behind?"Alice hesitated, her usual composure faltering for a moment. "The child will live, Astrid. That much I can promise. The Veil will protect it, ensure its safety. But your path... your destiny lies elsewhere.""No," I growled, stepping in front of Astrid again, shielding her as much from Alice as from the truth of her words. My wolf was howling inside me, demanding I do something, *anything*, to stop this madness. "You're asking her to abandon not just me, but her child. You expect us to accept that?"Astrid’s grip on my arm tightened. I glanced down at her, expecting her to crumble under the weight of what was being asked of her. But instead, I saw a spark—something fierce and unyielding. She wasn’t going to crumble. She was
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The first thing I noticed when I woke was the sterile scent of herbs and blood—a mixture that always reminded me of battlefields. My body ached, but the sharp pain in my side was dulled, as if someone had tended to the wound. I blinked against the dim light filtering through a cracked window, my vision sharpening to reveal a room I didn’t recognize. “Astrid?” I rasped, my voice weak. I tried to sit up, but my arms felt like lead. A figure moved in the corner, stepping into the light. My breath hitched as recognition settled in. It wasn’t Astrid. It was her. “Mother,” I growled, my voice stronger this time. The word dripped with venom, my wolf stirring uneasily at her presence. She smiled—a cold, calculated expression that sent a chill down my spine. Her silver hair was perfectly styled, her dark eyes gleaming with amusement. She always looked pristine, like she had stepped out of some regal nightmare. “Well, well, you’re awake,” she said, her tone smooth and mocking. “I was be
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The impact sent me sprawling backward, the ground biting into my palms as I landed hard. The air was charged with energy, crackling like static against my skin. I growled low in my throat, shaking my head to clear the ringing."Shit," I muttered again, struggling to my feet. My side throbbed in protest, but I ignored it, focusing on the invisible barrier in front of me.Magic. My mother’s handiwork, no doubt. She’d sealed the perimeter with one of her traps, designed to keep intruders—or escapees like me—contained. I could feel the power humming in the air, ancient and relentless.I placed my hand against the invisible force, my claws extending instinctively. It burned, a searing heat that made my wolf recoil, but I didn’t pull back. Instead, I closed my eyes and reached for the bond I shared with Astrid, searching for even the faintest trace of her.Nothing. Just a void where her presence should be.Frustration surged through me, but I shoved it aside. I couldn’t afford to lose contr
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The name *Shadow Ward* struck a deep chord of fear in my chest. Even my wolf bristled at the mention of it. The Shadow Ward was more than just a prison—it was a black hole, a place where hope went to die. Anyone taken there either never returned or came back broken beyond repair. “You think she’s there?” I asked, my voice tight.Megan’s green eyes darkened, her wolf stirring beneath the surface. “If your mother’s playing her usual games, then yes. It’s exactly the kind of place she’d put Astrid to keep you in line. It’s warded, Kael. No one just walks into the Shadow Ward and comes out alive.”I slammed my fist on the table, the wood groaning under the force. “I don’t care how dangerous it is. If Astrid’s there, I’m going after her.”Megan’s lips curled into a snarl, her wolf rising to meet mine. “Don’t be an idiot. You can’t storm in there half-dead and expect to fight your way out. The wards alone would cripple you before you even set foot inside. You’ll need more than brute streng
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Kael shifted back into his human form, panting, his face streaked with dirt and blood. “We can’t keep this up,” he said urgently. “Astrid, you need to unleash it all. But not here. We have to get you higher—away from the cabin, where you can focus without destroying everything around us.”Alice nodded in agreement, her face pale but determined. “There’s a ridge just above the clearing,” she said quickly. “It’ll give her the vantage point she needs. But we have to hurry—Lavinia’s army is still pressing in.”Kael scooped me into his arms without hesitation, his strength steadying me despite the fire still flickering at my fingertips. “Hold on, little mouse,” he murmured, his tone equal parts fierce and tender. “I’ll get you there.”Ezra and Alice formed a protective barrier around us as Kael sprinted toward the ridge, his steps sure and unrelenting. The sounds of the battle below faded into the background, replaced by the roaring in my ears and the heat coursing through my veins. I coul
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Lavinia stepped into the cabin, her presence radiating a cold, suffocating power that seemed to sap the warmth from the room. Her dark gown flowed like liquid shadow, and her smile was as cruel as the blade she carried at her side. Ezra growled, stepping in front of me with his claws extended, blood dripping from his wounds. “You’ll die before you lay a finger on her,” he snarled. Lavinia chuckled, the sound sending chills down my spine. “Oh, Ezra. Still playing the dutiful protector, are we? How quaint.” Her gaze swept over the room, landing briefly on Alice, who was struggling to steady herself, and Maya, who stood ready with her blade drawn. Finally, Lavinia’s eyes found me, cradling my children. Her smile widened. “And there she is. The mother of the hour. How are the little ones? I hope they’re not too fragile—babies rarely survive the chaos I bring.” My grip on my children tightened, a surge of anger cutting through my fear. “You won’t touch them,” I said, my voice tremb
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The peaceful moment shattered like glass, my heart dropping as Ezra’s words pierced the air. My grip tightened around my babies instinctively, their tiny, delicate bodies cradled protectively against my chest. Kael was on his feet in an instant, his powerful presence taking command of the room. “How far?” he demanded, his voice cold and sharp, the calm before the storm. Ezra swayed slightly, blood dripping from a wound on his side. “Not far. Maybe minutes. They’ve got rogues, warriors, and... mages. Lavinia’s not playing games.” Maya moved swiftly to Ezra’s side, inspecting his injuries. “You’re hurt.” “I’m fine,” Ezra growled, pulling away. “They sent a scouting party ahead. I dealt with them, but they know where we are now. She’ll be here soon.” Alice stepped forward, her face pale but composed. “We don’t have time to move Astrid or the babies. Not like this.” Kael’s gaze flicked to me, his eyes narrowing with determination. “We’re not moving them. We’ll hold the line he
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The room instantly grew hotter as a surge of power erupted from deep within me. Fire blazed out of my body, licking at the walls and ceiling of the cabin. The once-cozy room was engulfed in a dangerous glow, casting shadows that danced wildly in the chaos. Kael didn’t flinch, even as flames licked dangerously close to his skin. His arms tightened around me, his voice steady and calm despite the rising inferno. “Astrid, listen to me!” he called out, his eyes locking onto mine. “You need to focus. You’re in control—*you* are. Don’t let it take over!” “I can’t!” I screamed, another contraction ripping through me, stealing my breath and sanity. My body felt like it was tearing apart, the raw power within me surging uncontrollably. The flames grew stronger, the heat intensifying until I thought it would consume us all. Alice’s voice cut through the chaos, sharp and commanding. “Megan, Maya—circle her now! We need to contain this before it destroys the entire cabin!” The two women
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I pushed through the dense trees, my feet barely touching the ground as I ran, the cold night air slicing against my skin. The forest seemed endless, the shadows playing tricks on my mind. But I didn’t stop. I couldn’t. The thought of Ruby, alone and terrified, spurred me forward. Ezra’s wolf was ahead of me, a streak of gold and fury weaving through the underbrush. His growls echoed in the night, guiding me toward our quarry. “Ezra!” I shouted, my voice hoarse from running and the lump of panic lodged in my throat. “Do you see them?” A low howl was his only response. It sent a chill through me—not one of despair, but of determination. He was closing in. The trail wasn’t hard to follow. Broken branches and the scent of blood painted a clear path through the forest. But it felt wrong, too easy, as if they wanted us to follow. I slowed for a moment, my senses on high alert. Something was off. The rogues were vicious, but this level of coordination wasn’t their style. They
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Ezra and I exchanged a tense glance, the weight of what had just transpired settling heavily on our shoulders. My mind raced, replaying the stranger’s words over and over again. The game has changed. Pieces in place. The board is set. It wasn’t just a cryptic message—it was a warning. “I need to wake Ruby,” I said, stepping toward the bed. Ezra’s hand shot out, gripping my arm gently but firmly. “Astrid, wait. She’s been through enough. Whatever that was, it’s not going to happen tonight. Let her rest while she can.” I hesitated, glancing down at Ruby. Her face was peaceful, completely unaware of the danger that had just loomed so close. Ezra was right—she deserved some respite. But my gut twisted with unease. “If they’re after her…” I began, but Ezra cut me off. “They won’t get her,” he said, his voice steel. “Not while I’m here. Not while any of us are here.” I nodded, forcing myself to trust his words. Ezra wasn’t just saying it—he believed it, and that gave me a sliv
