BLOODLINES AWAKEN
The forest trembled as the ancient creature advanced. Its massive form loomed over the treeline, eyes burning with fiery intelligence that made Nara’s blood run cold. The air itself seemed heavy, pressing down with the weight of centuries-old malice.
Kael’s shadow flared violently around him, slicing through the darkness like living blades. He took a protective stance in front of Nara, claws extended, body taut with readiness. His curse pulsed unpredictably, the shadows writhing with a life of their own, but his eyes, amber and fierce, locked onto hers.
“Nara… focus,” he growled, voice low and steady. “Use the bond. Use your bloodline. Control it, or it will control you.”
Nara swallowed hard, heart pounding, bloodline magic thrumming violently in her veins. She had ne
