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The Castle Under Siege

The castle’s stone towers rose in the distance as Hazel and Damon galloped through the forest, their horses kicking up dirt with every pounding hoof. The urgency of the messenger’s warning echoed in Hazel’s ears. Another attack—this time dangerously close to home.Damon rode ahead, his dark cloak billowing behind him. The tension radiating from him was palpable, and Hazel couldn’t shake the growing sense of dread in her chest.As they crossed the castle gates, the scene that greeted them was one of chaos. Soldiers rushed about, the air thick with shouts and the metallic scent of blood. Fires burned in small patches across the courtyard, casting flickering shadows over the stone walls.Hazel dismounted quickly, her boots hitting the ground with a thud as she scanned the area. “What happened?” she demanded, grabbing the arm of a nearby soldier.The man’s face was pale, his voice trembling as he spoke. “They came out of nowhere—shadows moving like smoke. We fought them off, but… they lef
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Beneath The Surface

The silence in the castle was deafening after the attack. Hazel stood in the west wing’s corridor, her fingers clutching the pendant beneath her tunic. The scorch mark where the intruder had vanished was still fresh, its edges blackened against the stone floor.Damon stood nearby, barking orders to the guards. His voice was sharp, his presence commanding, but Hazel could see the tension in the way his shoulders were set, the barely restrained fury in his movements.“How did he get in?” Damon demanded, his dark eyes scanning the assembled guards.A young soldier stepped forward, his face pale. “We… we’re not sure, my lord. The wards were intact when we checked them this morning.”“Then someone let him in,” Damon growled, his voice low and dangerous. “Find out who.”Hazel’s heart sank as she looked around the room. The guards exchanged uneasy glances, their fear palpable. The idea of a traitor within the castle walls sent a chill down her spine.---Back in the council chamber, Damon pa
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The Hunter’s Shadow

The castle was no longer the safe haven it once was. Hazel felt it in every shadow that stretched across the walls, in the uneasy glances exchanged by the guards, and in the way Damon paced the great hall, his fists clenched at his sides.“They’re testing us,” Damon said, his voice low and filled with restrained fury. “Pushing to see how far they can get before we crumble.”Hazel stood near the hearth, her fingers lightly brushing the pendant beneath her tunic. Its faint hum had grown stronger since the attack, as if responding to the tension that hung in the air. “And what happens if we don’t stop them?”Damon turned to her, his dark eyes blazing. “We will stop them,” he said firmly. “I’ll make sure of it.”His words were meant to reassure her, but Hazel couldn’t shake the dread coiling in her chest. The Order’s reach was growing, their methods more insidious with each attack. And now, with the discovery of a traitor within the castle walls, trust was a fragile thing.---That evenin
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The Betrayer’s Mark

The great hall was silent, save for the heavy breathing of those gathered. Damon stood at the head of the room, his presence as imposing as the storm that raged outside. The castle’s staff and guards lined the walls, their faces pale as they waited for his next words.“Someone in this castle betrayed us,” Damon began, his voice cold and sharp. “You allowed the Order to infiltrate these walls, to threaten my people and my queen.”His words sent a ripple of unease through the crowd. Hazel stood nearby, her hand resting lightly on the pendant beneath her tunic. It was warm against her skin, its hum faint but insistent—a constant reminder of the danger that loomed over them.Damon’s gaze swept across the room, dark and unforgiving. “We will find the traitor. And when we do, there will be no mercy.”---The interrogation began immediately. Guards questioned every servant, soldier, and advisor, their voices low but firm as they searched for answers. Hazel watched from the shadows, her mind
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Author's Note

Dear Readers, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for giving my story a chance. Writing this book has been a journey filled with passion, challenges, and excitement, and knowing that you’re here, reading and enjoying it, means the world to me. Your support is what keeps this story alive. Whether it’s by reading, voting, or sharing your thoughts, you inspire me to keep creating. If you’ve enjoyed this journey so far, I’d love for you to show your support by voting for this book, leaving a comment, or recommending it to others. Every little bit helps me grow as a writer and bring this story to life. Thank you for being part of this world I’ve created. Here’s to more twists, turns, and unforgettable moments ahead! With love, Peggy's Lovestories
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A Web of Lies

The aftermath of the traitor’s escape lingered like a storm cloud over the castle. Hazel sat in the council room, her fingers brushing the edge of the pendant as she replayed the man’s words in her mind: The queen will fall, and the king will break.Damon stood at the head of the table, speaking with his most trusted guards. His voice was low and firm, his eyes blazing with determination. “Seal every entrance. Double the patrols. No one enters or leaves without my approval.”The guards nodded, their armor clinking as they hurried from the room. Hazel waited until the door closed before speaking. “It’s not enough.”Damon turned to her, his brow furrowing. “What do you mean?”“They’re already inside,” Hazel said, her voice steady despite the knot of fear in her chest. “Whoever helped them knew exactly where to strike. We need to find out how they got here—and who let them in.”---The investigation began immediately. Damon and Hazel retraced the traitor’s steps, moving through the castl
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Shadows Within

The soft glow of dawn barely illuminated the castle walls as Hazel paced the length of Damon’s study. Her vision lingered in her mind, the chilling image of someone she trusted holding the dagger, their voice whispering betrayal.Damon stood by the window, his silhouette dark against the rising sun. His silence was heavy, his thoughts a storm Hazel could almost feel from across the room.“You believe me, don’t you?” Hazel asked, stopping mid-step to face him.Damon turned, his dark eyes meeting hers. “I do,” he said firmly. “But I can’t act on a vision without proof. Accusing the wrong person could fracture the kingdom further.”Hazel crossed her arms, frustration bubbling to the surface. “And what if we wait too long? The Order isn’t going to stop—they’re already inside the castle.”Damon strode toward her, his presence commanding as always. “We’ll find them,” he said, his voice low but resolute. “And when we do, they’ll pay for what they’ve done.”---Later that morning, Damon gathe
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The Traitor’s Gambit

The cold air of the hidden chamber seemed to thicken as Garrick’s footsteps drew closer. Hazel’s pulse thundered in her ears, her hand gripping the edge of the stone pedestal for balance. She pressed herself further into the shadows, her mind racing.“Come out,” Garrick called, his voice cold and commanding. “I know someone’s here. You can’t hide from me.”Hazel held her breath, the faint hum of the pendant against her chest growing stronger. Its warmth was a strange comfort, but she knew it couldn’t protect her.Garrick’s footsteps paused, and Hazel risked a glance around the pillar. He was standing near the pedestal, his back to her as he studied the vial of dark magic he had placed there.“This will be the end of them,” he muttered, his voice low and chilling. “Of her.”Hazel’s stomach churned, but she forced herself to stay calm. She had to get out of the chamber without being seen. Slowly, she shifted her weight, her eyes scanning the room for another exit.---As Garrick turned
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The Reckoning

The doors to the inner keep slammed shut behind Damon and Hazel as Garrick stood before them, his presence radiating malevolence. The pendant around Hazel’s neck flared, its glow casting fleeting shadows on the stone walls.“You underestimated me,” Garrick sneered, his voice dripping with disdain. “And now, you’ll watch as everything you hold dear crumbles.”Damon stepped in front of Hazel, his sword raised. His voice was a low growl. “You’ve made your choice, Garrick. Now face the consequences.”The air between them seemed to hum with tension as Garrick unsheathed a blade that pulsed with an unnatural, dark energy. “You think you can stop me? You can’t even begin to understand what I’ve unlocked.”Hazel’s fingers tightened around her dagger. The pendant’s warmth was stronger now, almost as though it was urging her forward. Her instincts screamed for her to stay behind Damon, but she couldn’t let him face this fight alone.Garrick lunged, his movements unnaturally fast. Damon met him
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The Siege Begins

The castle walls trembled as the distant roar of approaching forces echoed through the cold night air. Damon stood atop the battlements, his sword gleaming under the pale moonlight. The faint glimmer of fires on the horizon marked the arrival of the Order’s army, their ranks moving like a shadowy tide.Hazel joined him, her heart pounding as she gazed out at the gathering threat. She tightened her grip on the pendant, its warmth steady against her chest.“They’re closer than I thought,” she said, her voice steady despite the fear coursing through her veins.“They’ve been waiting for this,” Damon replied, his tone grim. “Garrick’s betrayal wasn’t just about weakening our defenses—it was a signal.”Hazel’s stomach churned. “A signal for what?”Damon’s jaw clenched. “To bring everything they have.”---The castle courtyard buzzed with activity as soldiers prepared for battle. Armor clinked, arrows were bundled, and supplies were hauled to strategic points along the walls. Hazel descended
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