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The Curse Within Chapter 16
Alaric’s POVI can’t stop pacing the room. The weight of the situation presses down on me, suffocating me. Sofia doesn’t know, not yet. She doesn’t know the full extent of what’s happening to her, and I’m torn. She’s my mate, my human mate, and now she’s about to be thrust into this supernatural world, a world she never asked for, never believed in. But now, she’s one of us, whether she wants it or not.It’s a lot to process, I know. I’ve had time to adjust to the idea, but for Sofia, everything is going to change in the blink of an eye. And that shift, it’s coming tonight. She’s not going to be ready for it. None of us were, not at first, but we had a pack, a family, to help us through it. She’s alone in this, except for me.I can feel Luka pacing in my chest, his energy restless, like he knows something is about to happen. He can feel the pull of the bond between us, too, but he’s not the one I’m worried about. It’s Sofia. I’ve never felt this helpless in my life. How do I explain t
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(Alaric's POV)I leave her room, but my mind doesn’t. Every step away from her feels like a betrayal, but I know I need time to think. How do I tell her? How do I prepare her for what’s coming without breaking her?I find myself back in the pack house’s common room, pacing again. The familiar scent of wood smoke and the faint murmur of packmates in the distance do nothing to calm me. I can still feel her fear, her confusion, and it tears at me.Brylon finds me there, his arms crossed, his expression hard to read. "You’re running out of time, Alaric," he says, his tone low but firm."I know," I snap, my voice sharper than I intended. I exhale slowly, trying to rein in my frustration. "But she’s not ready. How am I supposed to tell her that her life as she knows it is over? That something inside her has changed forever?"Brylon steps closer, his eyes narrowing. "You tell her because she deserves to know. Because if you don’t, she’ll face it unprepared, and that could break her. You thin
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Sofia’s POVI sat in my room, staring blankly at the closed door after Alaric left. His words echoed in my mind, tangling with my thoughts and refusing to settle into anything that made sense.A werewolf.I was a werewolf.It sounded absurd, like something pulled straight out of a supernatural movie. But deep down, I couldn’t deny that it made sense.The pain I felt immediately after the accident—the searing, all-encompassing ache in my chest—wasn’t just guilt or shock. It was something deeper, something primal. And then there were my eyes.The previous day, I’d caught my reflection in a storefront window, just for a moment. My eyes had glowed—a bright, piercing blue that sent a chill down my spine. At the time, I’d dismissed it, blaming fatigue or a trick of the light. But now?Now I knew better.And Alaric. The first time I saw him, something inside me had shifted. It wasn’t just attraction—it was a pull, like an invisible thread connecting us. I’d chalked it up to nerves or despera
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Alaric’s POVThe weight of responsibility was heavier tonight than it had ever been before. Normally, the night of the full moon was exhilarating, a time for the pack to come together under the sky, shedding their human forms and embracing their true selves. As the Alpha, it was my duty to lead them through it—to guide them in the shift and lead the moonlit run through the forest.But tonight was different.Tonight, I couldn’t think about the pack. I couldn’t think about tradition or duty. My focus was entirely on Sofia.In the past few hours, I’d felt her turmoil through the bond, her fear and confusion weighing on me like a storm cloud. She was holding on, but just barely. How could she not be overwhelmed? Her entire world had been upended, her identity rewritten, and now, she was facing the most terrifying part of it all: the shift.My wolf, Luka, paced anxiously in the back of my mind. He wasn’t used to relinquishing control over the pack. Neither was I, but I’d made my decision.
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(Alaric's POV)The sun dipped lower in the sky, casting the clearing in shades of gold and crimson. I glanced at Sofia as we walked side by side toward the private forest behind the lake house, her steps slow and deliberate. She hadn’t said much since we left the house, and I could tell she was nervous.“Are you okay?” I asked gently.She hesitated, her fingers twisting together before she nodded. “Yeah, I just... I don’t know what to expect.”I gave her a small smile, hoping to ease her nerves. “It’s natural to feel that way. The first shift can be intense, but I’ll be right here with you. You don’t have to face it alone.”Her eyes flicked to mine, searching. “Does it hurt? Be honest with me, Alaric.”I sighed, knowing she deserved the truth. “Yes, it will hurt at first. Your body is changing in ways it’s never experienced before. But the pain doesn’t last long. Once it’s over, it’s...” I paused, searching for the right words. “It’s the most freeing, most incredible thing you’ll ever
Last Updated : 2025-01-07The Curse Within Chapter 21
(SOFIA'S POV)The pain was unlike anything I’d ever felt, a searing fire that consumed every inch of my body. It wasn’t just pain, though—it was transformation, my very essence reshaping itself into something new, something primal. My bones cracked and shifted, my muscles stretched and twisted, and for a brief moment, I thought I wouldn’t survive it.But then, just as quickly as it had come, the pain began to ebb.A new sensation washed over me, one that made every second of agony worth it. I felt powerful, alive in a way I’d never known. My senses sharpened; I could hear the rustling of leaves far off in the forest, smell the damp earth and the faint trace of Alaric’s scent lingering in the air. My body felt strong and fluid, every movement natural and instinctive.“Finally,” a soft, melodic voice echoed in my mind. I froze, startled, and then realized it was coming from inside me.“Who... who are you?” I asked, though the words weren’t spoken aloud.“I’m you,” the voice said warmly.
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(ALARIC'S POV)The forest was quiet now, the only sound being the soft rustle of leaves and the steady rhythm of our paws against the earth. The moon hung high in the night sky, casting a silver glow over everything as we made our way back to the lake house.Luka walked beside Sofia’s wolf, their bond undeniable. They moved in perfect sync, as though they had been connected for lifetimes instead of hours.When we reached the clearing where the house stood, Luka turned to Sofia’s wolf and nuzzled her gently, his tone soft but firm. “It’s time to shift back.”Sofia’s wolf tilted her head, her luminous blue eyes filled with curiosity. “How do I do that?”“It’s not as hard as it seems,” Luka assured her. “Focus on your human form, picture yourself as you were before, and let the shift happen. It may feel strange at first, but you’ll get the hang of it.”Sofia’s wolf nodded, her determination evident. She closed her eyes, her body stilling as she concentrated. Slowly, the change began. Her
Last Updated : 2025-01-07The Curse Within Chapter 23
(SOFIA'S POV)The moment I stepped into my room, I slammed the door shut and locked it, leaning back against the solid wood as my chest heaved. My heart was racing, and my mind was spinning, completely consumed by the image of Alaric standing there, bare and utterly unashamed.I squeezed my eyes shut, but it was pointless. The sight of his sculpted torso, the ridges of muscle leading down to that narrow waist, the way his dark hair fell in just the right way to make him look both rugged and untouchable—it was all seared into my memory.My cheeks burned as I pressed a hand to my face, trying to will the heat away, but it was no use. The amount of control Alaric had over me was absolutely insane. Just one glance at him, and I was already dripping wet, my body betraying me in ways I couldn’t begin to understand.“He’s something, isn’t he?”My wolf’s voice echoed in my mind, her tone teasing and entirely unhelpful.“Don’t start,” I muttered, my voice barely audible as I sank onto the edge
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The Curse Within Chapter 105
The day after the battle dawned clear and bright, the air cool but filled with the promise of a new beginning. The landscape before them, once marred by the carnage of war, now seemed to pulse with life, as if nature itself was rejoicing in the peace that had settled, albeit temporarily. The ground was still littered with the remnants of war—broken weapons, the bodies of fallen warriors—but in their midst stood something more powerful, something that couldn’t be erased: hope.Alaric and Sofia stood together, shoulder to shoulder, on the rise above the battlefield, watching as their people began to gather. Their pack, their family, was rebuilding, and a sense of unity hummed in the air. The battle was over, but the war was not the end. It was only the beginning of something bigger, something they had only begun to understand.Alaric's grip tightened on the hilt of his sword, the weight of it a constant reminder of the burden he carried. His eyes, those intense blue eyes that had seen s
The Curse Within Chapter 104
The once chaotic battlefield now lay in eerie silence. The sounds of growling, snarling, and clashing claws had faded, leaving only the sounds of heavy breaths and the occasional cry of the wounded. The scent of blood still hung thick in the air, mingling with the dust and smoke rising from the fire-lit remains of the battle. It was over. Thorne was dead, but the cost had been high.Alaric stood amidst the wreckage, his eyes scanning the field. His fur was matted with blood, some of it his own, some of it from the warriors who had fought against him. He had been at the center of the storm, leading his pack through the carnage, and now, with Thorne’s death, a semblance of peace had returned—at least for the moment.But peace was an illusion.As his eyes flickered over the fallen bodies of Thorne’s warriors, some who had fought fiercely, others who had simply been swept along in the madness of their leader’s ambition, Alaric couldn’t shake the weight of the future pressing down on him.
The Curse Within Chapter 103
ALARIC'S POVThe battlefield had become a blur of motion and chaos. The scent of blood, sweat, and fear clung to the air, mixing with the sharp tang of adrenaline. Warriors fought in wolf form, their bodies flashing in the dim light, their howls and growls reverberating through the chaos. The air was thick with tension, the earth shaking beneath the ferocity of their battle.Alaric’s heart pounded as he moved through the battlefield, each step purposeful and calculated. His silver fur gleamed, an unspoken symbol of his power and dominance as the Eclipse Wolf. His eyes, sharp and focused, scanned the horizon, knowing the final showdown was approaching.In the distance, he saw him—Thorne. The leader of the enemy forces. His once-proud form was bloodied and battered, his fur matted and torn from the ongoing conflict, yet his eyes burned with the same fire of madness that had driven him to this point. Thorne had lost control over his army, and now, in the final moments of the battle, he s
The Curse Within Chapter 102
The battle was chaos, a flurry of fur and fangs as warriors collided in wolf form, each one fighting with a ferocity born of survival and loyalty. The ground trembled beneath the thunder of paws, and the air was thick with the scent of blood, sweat, and fear. But amidst it all, Sofia's heart beat with a steady rhythm, her instincts sharp, her senses heightened as she fought beside Alaric.Her fur was dark, shimmering under the light of the moon as she darted through the battlefield, her mind focused on the task at hand—breaking through Thorne's ranks. Every time she pushed her claws into the earth, a surge of power rippled through her, her connection to her wolf form deepening as her strength grew.She caught a glimpse of Alaric ahead, his silver fur flashing as he tore through Thorne's forces. His eyes were focused, his movements calculated, a deadly force in their own right. The Eclipse Wolf had fully emerged within him, and with every strike, Alaric's dominance over the battlefield
The Curse Within Chapter 101
Alaric’s POVThe air was thick with tension, a heavy, oppressive atmosphere that settled over the battlefield like a storm before the rain. I stood at the forefront of my forces, eyes scanning the horizon, searching for any sign of movement. My warriors were ready, their weapons sharp, their expressions determined, but the waiting was always the hardest part. It was a necessary evil, the calm before the chaos.Sofia stood beside me, her gaze equally sharp, though there was an unreadable depth in her eyes. She wasn’t just a warrior anymore. She had embraced something darker, something more powerful. Her dream abilities, her growing control over the shadows, had shifted the tides in our favor, but now, with the battle at hand, we would need to rely on more than just influence from afar."You’re ready," I said, my voice low, though my words were an attempt to reassure both of us. Sofia met my gaze, a slight nod confirming my words, though I could see the flicker of uncertainty behind her
The Curse Within Chapter 100
Sofia's POVThe night before the battle felt heavier than the previous days combined. The weight of everything—our entire future, the future of the pack, and all those who had fought by our side—hung in the air like a thick, oppressive fog. It was a moment of quiet before the storm, but in that silence, I could hear my heart pounding in my chest, the steady rhythm of nerves and determination. Tomorrow would change everything, but I wasn’t sure if I was ready for it.I stood outside the camp, away from the hustle of preparations, allowing myself a few moments of solitude. The night was cold, but the chill didn’t bother me. I was too caught up in the whirlwind of thoughts, doubts, and the growing unease that was gnawing at me. It was the feeling of knowing something was coming, something I couldn’t control, and the fear that I might not be able to handle it when it did.I could sense Alaric before I even heard his footsteps. The air shifted, and there was a presence at my side. He wasn’
The Curse Within Chapter 99
Sofia’s POVThe night felt heavy, oppressive, as if the very air around us was thickening, suffocating. The calm before the storm, I thought, though it didn’t feel like calm at all. I had been walking around the camp for hours, unable to settle my mind. Too much had happened in too little time, and now everything seemed poised on the edge of breaking.Thorne was becoming more erratic by the day. His decisions were rash, his temper volatile. But it wasn’t just him—it was his army, too. I could feel the tremors of doubt creeping through their ranks, a quiet undercurrent that threatened to pull everything apart. His warriors were beginning to question, to falter. The cracks were widening, and I knew it wouldn’t take much to shatter everything.I felt Alaric before I saw him. His presence was like a weight in the air, grounding, comforting. He had become my anchor in this chaos, the one constant I could rely on, even when everything else seemed to be slipping through my fingers. His foots
The Curse Within Chapter 98
Sofia's POVThe cold wind whipped across the plains, biting at my skin as I stood near the edge of the camp. The feeling of unease hadn’t left me for days, but tonight it felt heavier, more palpable. There was something about the stillness in the air, the way the sky seemed to stretch on forever without a single cloud to break the vast emptiness, that made it feel like we were on the cusp of something monumental. We were about to change everything, and yet, in my heart, I couldn’t shake the feeling that we were teetering on the edge of disaster.I couldn’t help but glance toward the horizon, where the faintest glow of the setting sun reflected off the distant mountains. It was hard to reconcile the peaceful beauty of the scene with the violence we were about to face. I had always known that this day would come, that the battle against Thorne and his army would be inevitable, but it didn’t make the reality of it any easier to accept. In the past few days, I had pushed my fear aside, fo
