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The Curse Within Chapter 79
Sofia's povI wasn’t sure what I expected when Alaric pulled back on my training. It’s not like I hadn’t seen it coming, he’d been hovering over me like a shadow, always trying to protect me from pushing too hard. But now, with each day that passed, it felt like I was suffocating. I needed more. I needed to push myself. I needed to be ready, for everything that was coming.When I confronted him, I thought I could keep it under control, but the frustration I felt spilled over.“Why are you doing this?” My voice cracked as I stood in front of him, my fists clenched by my sides. “You’re treating me like I’m fragile, like I can’t handle it. You’ve always said I’m strong enough, so why are you acting like I’m going to break?”Alaric’s expression softened, his brow furrowing slightly as he took a step closer to me. “It’s not about thinking you’re fragile, Sofia. It’s about understanding the toll this is taking on you. You’re not just training your body, you’re training your mind. And this—t
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Sofia's povThe moment my eyes closed, I felt the familiar pull of the dreamscape—a swirling, ethereal mist that seemed to twist around me, pulling me deeper into the shadows. It wasn’t the same as my normal dreams, where I was a passive observer. No, this was different. I was already aware, already awake within it.And then I saw her. Elara.She stood before me, the faint glow of the dreamscape casting an eerie light on her features. There was something about the way she moved—elegant, poised—but I could sense the weight behind her every gesture, the burden she carried.Her eyes met mine, and there was an intensity in them, a depth that made my heart race.“Sofia,” her voice echoed, a whisper that felt like it was reverberating through my very soul.I took a step forward, my pulse quickening. “Elara? What’s going on? Why do I keep seeing you in my dreams?”Her lips pressed into a tight line, as if she was choosing her words carefully. “Because you need to understand what is coming. T
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Sofia's povThe cold wind danced across the training field, but I barely felt it. My focus was on Alaric as he circled me, his eyes gleaming with challenge. He looked calm, as always, but I could feel the weight of his gaze, testing me, daring me to strike first.“Come on, Sofia,” he said, his voice steady and coaxing, “show me what you’ve got.”I adjusted my stance, feeling the energy buzzing under my skin. My training with Lyra and Braylon had been intense, but this—sparring with Alaric—was different. It wasn’t just about technique or strength. It was about trust. About proving to myself that I belonged here, by his side, in every way.I lunged, aiming low, hoping to catch him off guard. He moved like water, twisting away with a smirk that made my heart pound.“Too slow,” he teased.“Too cocky,” I shot back, spinning to deliver a kick.He caught my ankle with infuriating ease, twisting me off balance. I landed on my back with a dull thud, the air rushing out of my lungs.Before I co
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Alaric's povThe energy Sofia unleashed still hummed in the air, a faint vibration that seemed to linger even after she had settled back into my arms. It was powerful, raw, and breathtaking—but more than that, it was hers.For a moment, I didn’t say anything, just held her close, letting her steady herself. I knew what she was feeling because I could feel it too. Through our bond, I’d caught a glimpse of her fear, her doubt, but also her strength.She was extraordinary, even if she didn’t fully believe it yet.“Let’s head back,” I said softly, pressing a kiss to her hair.Sofia pulled back slightly, her eyes searching mine. “Are you mad?”The question caught me off guard. “Mad?”She nodded, biting her lip. “For not telling you about the dream sooner. For holding back in training. For—”I stopped her with a hand on her cheek, shaking my head. “Sofia, I’m not mad. I wish you’d trusted me sooner, yes, but I understand why you didn’t. You’ve been carrying so much, trying to figure it out
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Sofia’s POVThe training grounds were quiet, save for the distant rustle of leaves in the early morning breeze. I stood in the center of the field, my hands still tingling faintly from yesterday’s surge of power.I hadn’t slept much last night. The intensity of what had happened during sparring with Alaric—and the pride in his eyes when he told me, “There she is”—stayed with me. For the first time in a long while, I felt something stir inside me: hope.The dream of Elara, though, refused to leave me alone. Her cryptic words, the weight of her warning about Thorne, circled my thoughts like vultures. Even after I’d shared it with Alaric, the unease lingered.“You’re up early again.”I turned to see Alaric walking toward me. His hair was slightly tousled, his shirt hanging loosely on him, as though he hadn’t bothered to fully wake up before coming outside. His silver-gray eyes were softer than usual, but there was an undercurrent of worry in his expression.“You’re one to talk,” I repli
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Thorne’s POVI stood in the dim light of my study, the fire crackling softly in the hearth. My mind, however, was far from calm. I had been waiting, waiting for a sign, for something that would give me the upper hand. And then, Marcus came to me.I could tell something was off from the moment he entered. His face was pale, almost grim, as he approached with the sort of news I hadn’t been expecting. I had sent him to observe, to gather intel, but what he was about to say would change everything.“I saw them,” Marcus said, his voice tight.I arched an eyebrow, motioning for him to continue. “Saw who?”“Alaric and Sofia,” he said, a slight hesitation in his voice. “They were sparring.”I narrowed my eyes, suspicion creeping in. “Sparring? What’s so important about that?”“It wasn’t just sparring, Thorne,” Marcus said, his tone lowering as if he was unsure of how to explain what he had witnessed. “There was something about Sofia... She’s different. Her power—it’s growing.”My pulse quicke
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Sofia's POVThe news came quickly—too quickly, really. The pack had been expecting trouble, but nothing had prepared us for the sudden attack near the border. It was more than just a skirmish. Thorne wasn’t just testing our defenses; he was making a statement.I could feel the weight of it in the air. The pressure, the urgency. There was no time to waste.Alaric’s face was set in hard lines, his mind already working through the logistics, calculating every possible move. His usual calm was gone, replaced by the same steely resolve I had come to expect from him. It was a side of him I had seen before, the leader—the protector—but I knew this was different. This was personal."We have to move out now," he said, his voice firm. "Stay close, Sofia. I don't want you on the frontlines, not with how volatile your powers are right now."I didn’t argue. As much as I hated the thought of being left behind, I understood. My power was unpredictable, and Alaric had seen how easily it could spiral
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Alaric's povThe battlefield was chaos, but for a brief moment, time seemed to slow. Sofia stood there, breathless, her body still crackling with the residual energy of the explosion. Her eyes were wide, scanning the surroundings as if she were still processing what had just happened.I couldn’t tear my eyes away from her. I had seen warriors use their strength in battle before, but this—it was unlike anything I had ever witnessed. The sheer force of it was devastating, and yet, there was something deeply beautiful in the way she had controlled it.I moved toward her, fending off any enemies that dared to get too close. I needed to be by her side, make sure she was okay. I had no idea what this meant for her, for us, but one thing was clear: the fight had just escalated. Thorne wasn’t going to sit back and let this go. He would retaliate, and we had to be ready."Sofia," I called out, my voice rising above the sounds of battle. "Stay close to me. We need to keep moving."She nodded, h
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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
