chapter 85-1
As dusk settled over the rebel camp, Ermis found himself amidst a clandestine gathering. The air hummed with anticipation, punctuated by whispers and the occasional rustle of leaves. Tonight, they would plot their boldest move yet – an assault on the magical barrier encasing the castle.
Ermis, the seasoned strategist, stood at the heart of the makeshift command center. Around him, rebels of all backgrounds and abilities awaited his guidance. Yet, tonight, he sought counsel from an unlikely ally the enigmatic rebel leader known only as Thalia she was a goddess from the realm she came from, a sirene
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Thalia, her gaze sharp and unwavering, stood opposite Ermis. She exuded an air of authority tempered by a hint of mystery. It was said that she possessed knowledge of ancient magics, a trait that had earned her both reverence and fear among the rebels.
“We cannot underestimate the castle’s defenses,” Ermis began, his voice low but resolute.
“But we also cannot afford to remain idle.
Thalia nodded in agreement, her expression grave. “The magic surrounding the castle is formidable, but not insurmountable. We have a plan, but it will require precision, and above all, unity.”
Ermis studied her, recognizing the weight of her words. Despite their differences, he understood the necessity of collaboration. “Tell me your plan, Thalia. We are prepared to
listen.”
With a subtle gesture, Thalia summoned a map of the castle grounds, illuminated by a soft, ethereal glow. “Our first objective is to infiltrate the outer perimeter undetected. The magic sensors are powerful, but they have blind spots. We will exploit them.”
Ermis leaned in closer, his mind already racing with possibilities. “And once we breach the
outer defenses?”
Thalia’s lips curled into a faint smile. “Then comes the true challenge. We must disrupt the magical nexus sustaining the barrier. It is heavily guarded, but I have studied its
weaknesses. With your fighters providing distraction, we can strike where they least
expect.”
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The plan unfolded before Ermis’s eyes, cach detail meticulously crafted to maximize tl chances of success. He saw the risks, but he also sawtfiepotential reward – freedom fi appression, and a chance to reclaim their homeland.
We move at midnight,” Ermis declared, his voice carrying across the chamber with qu authority. “Prepare your teams, and may the spirits watch over us all.”
As the rebels dispersed to make final preparationss, Birniisffound himself alone with Th conce more. In her eyes, he saw a reflectiomoffliis avmdetermination – a shared resolv
defy the odds, no matter the cost.
“To victory,” Thalia said, extending her handliinagesture of solidarity.
Ermis clasped her hand firmly, feeling a surge offcamaraderie between them. “To victo: he echoed, knowing that their allianceewaldhettested like never before. But together, they would face whatever lay ahead,,unitatiinpurpose and bound by their shared dest:
Lucia, her expression strained withhworry, watched as Helios, lay weak and pallid upon bed. The once vibrant glowaffliis clestialaaural had dimmed, his strength waning with each passing day.
“Lucia,” Constance’s voice carrilltthewweight offfear and panic she might have Lucia’ss guardian but her loyalty to Helios was unwavering. “You know as well as I do that Heli condition is only going to worsens with every moonrise. Yet you continue to cling to th doomed union.”
Lucia’s gaze faltered,,tormlitween her selfish love and what was right. “I cannott abandom himinhisstiine offneed. He is my mate. The fact that the curse is acting outt must mean?”
Constance’s eyess nurwell,lher patience wearing thin. “love or not, you cannottignaret consequencess affymurauctions. The bond is a sacred pact, but it is not withouttitssl limits You risk his lifebuse of possibility
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chapter 85-2
Lucia’s heart ached at her words, knowing the truth they held. Yet, the thought of
forsaking Helios, even in his darkest hour, was a burden too heavy to bear.
“I cannot turn my back on him. Surely there must be some other way as well” Lucia
pleaded, her voice tinged with desperation.
Constance’s expression softened, tempered by a mother’s love and understanding. “I do
not ask this of you lightly, Lucia. But you must consider the greater good of our people.
Helios’s condition threatens not only his own life but yours as well
Lucia bowed her head, her resolve wavering beneath the weight of Constance’s
admonition. She knew that she spoke the truth, yet the thought of forsaking Helios filled
her with a profound sense of loss.
“Forgive me” Lucia whispered, her voice choked with emotion. “I cannot abandon him, not
now.”
Constance sighed, her heart heavy with sorrow. “Very well, Lucia. But know that your actions have consequences, for better or for worse. May the moons guide you in your
decision”
As Constance turned to leave, Lucia’s gaze lingered on Helios, his weakened form
illuminated by the gentle light of the moon.
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Ermis, his heart heavy with determination, led the rebel forces in a daring assault against the fortress walls. With every step, they drew closer to victory, their cries of defiance echoing through the darkness.
One second lucia was asleep beside Helios and the next she was awake adrenaline pumping through her veins as she realised that the castle was under attack, Lucia found herself torn between duty and desire. With Helios, hidden away in the safety of the castle chambers, she knew that her priority lay in defending him from harm.
Her body went on autopilot, her mind not even registering that she was indeed drawing power from herself
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With a flick of her wrist, Lucia summoned a barrier of shimmering light, warding off the advancing rebels with a flicker of her power. Yet even as she fought to protect her home, her thoughts lingered on Helios, his weakened form a constant reminder of the stakes at
hand.
“Stay hidden, my love,” Lucia whispered, her voice barely audible over the din of battle. “I will protect you, no matter the cost.”
But as the rebels pressed forward with renewed ferocity, Lucia’s resolve wavered beneath the weight of their onslaught. With each passing moment, she felt her strength ebbing away, her defenses crumbling before the relentless tide of enemies.
Desperation clawed at Lucia’s heart as she sought a way to turn the tide of battle. With a
silent prayer to the moons above, she reached deep within herself, tapping into a wellspring of power she had never known existed.
In that fleeting moment, Lucia became a beacon of light amidst the darkness, her very
presence suffused with the raw energy of the cosmos. With a cry that echoed across the
open field, she unleashed a torrent of celestial magic, driving back the rebel forces with a force they could scarcely comprehend.
But even as victory seemed within reach, Lucia’s heart clenched with fear as she caught
sight of Helios, his weakened form illuminated by the pale light of the moon. With a sinking heart, she rushed to him.
‘Helios, what are you doing here?” she tried to drag him away.
He looked her deep in her eyes. “I love you” he said. Just before she could say anything, a blast of magic flew their way with them barely dodging with before either of them got
hurt.
“I Helios, king Fae reject you as my mate”
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