Chapter 10: Breaking the Curse
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As dawn approached, the final part of the ceremony began. The symbols on the walls seemed to pulse with energy, and the room was filled with an otherworldly light.
Alexander stood at the center of the chamber, his eyes closed in concentration. Luna, exhausted but determined, performed the final rites with a mixture of hope and anxiety.
When the ritual reached its climax, a sudden wave of energy surged through the room. The symbols on the walls glowed brightly, and Alexander’s form seemed to change, his demeanor shifting from tense and guarded to calm and serene.
Luna watched in awe as the curse’s effects seemed to lift from Alexander, the darkness that had surrounded him dissipating. The ritual had worked, and the curse was broken.
As the sun began to rise, Alexander approached Luna, his expression a mix of relief and gratitude. “You’ve done it. The curse is broken.”
Luna smiled, feeling a deep sense of accomplishment. “I couldn’t have done it without you. We’ve both faced challenges, but we’ve overcome them together.”
Alexander took her hand, his eyes reflecting a newfound hope. “Thank you, Luna. You’ve given me a chance at a new beginning.”
They stood together in the light of the morning sun, the promise of a brighter future ahead of them. The mansion, once a place of secrets and shadows, now felt like a symbol of renewal and hope.
As they faced the future, Luna and Alexander knew that their journey was far from over, but the bond they had forged and the truth they had uncovered would guide them through whatever lay ahead.
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