Tainted Bloodline...🩸

7.

As they put distance between themselves and Callisto,the girl collapsed onto the forest floor, panting.

"I-I think we've lost him."

Nimue and the others followed suit, their chests heaving with exhaustion.

The wolf boy,from earlier scrutinized Asher.

"Who's the lad?"

Nimue's gaze flicked to Asher before responding,

"I'll explain when we reach a safer location. Aria, cast a scent-off spell on him, so Callisto can't track him easily."

The girl's eyes narrowed.

"First, we need to understand what we're dealing with. If we hadn't heard your cry, Callisto would have made a feast of you!"

Nimue rose, her expression contrite.

"I'm sorry... I shouldn't have gone out alone. I went to help him." She gestured toward Asher, who stood up, waving meekly.

Nimue continued..

"There's something off about him... Callisto wants him, and it's not for a feast. He looks and perceives as human, but he passed the veil alive with Callisto."

The group's attention focused on Asher, their faces etched with puzzlement.

Slowly the girl approached Asher, her slender fingers cupping his cheek. Closing her eyes, she concentrated.

"I don't feel anything coming from him either."

The boy, sniffed the air.

"He smells normal to me."

Nimue's voice barely rose above a whisper.

"That's the thing... We need to figure out why Callisto wants him. What's so special about... him"

_POV:LEGION CLAN_

As the Sangui Clan swept into the grand hall, an aura of mystery and allure enveloped the space. Their entrance was like a whispered promise of forbidden pleasure.

Lord Valios, a majestic figure with piercing eyes a shade of red, led the procession. His chiseled features seemed carved from the shadows themselves, while his raven-black hair cascaded down his back like a waterfall of darkness. His skin, deathly pale, gleamed with an otherworldly sheen.

Lady Nova, a stunning vision with porcelain skin and sapphire eyes, glided beside him. Her raven tresses framed her heart-shaped face, and her full lips curved into a subtle, enigmatic smile. The air thickened with an intoxicating and irresistible scent.
Their movements exuded a hypnotic elegance.

The Therian Clan's arrival was heralded by a surge of primal energy, like the unleashing of a wild storm. Their aura pulsed with the rhythm of the wild,untamed.

King Thois, a towering figure with eyes burning like golden embers, strode into the hall. His rugged features seemed forged from the earth itself, while his bronzed skin gleamed with a subtle, feral sheen. His dark hair, wild and unruly, framed his strong face.

Queen Ayla, a radiant vision with sun-kissed skin glowing golden ember eyes, walked beside him. Her tawny hair flowed like a river of gold, and her full lips curved into a warm, inviting smile.

The Faeborne Clan's entrance was like a gentle breeze on a summer's day, bringing with it an aura of serenity and wonder.

Queen Zephyrine, an enchanting vision with delicate, petal-soft skin,pointy ears and hair like spun silver, glided into the hall. Her eyes shimmered shade of green filled with ancient wisdom.

King Finnan, a slender figure with piercing green eyes, stood beside her. His strong features seemed chiseled from the finest crystal, while his golden hair framed his regal face.

The clans were present and served...

Lord Xoray's voice dripped with sarcasm as he spoke

"Her Majesty has graciously shared that she possesses an urgent message."

Queen Lyrebird took a deep breath before proceeding, her emerald eyes locking onto the assembly.

"I had a vision..."

Lord Valios rolled his eyes, scoffing as he sipped from his cup.

"Not this again"

Queen Ayla chimed in

"Your last 'vision' was a false alarm, dear Lyrebird."

Queen Lyrebird said with a firm tone

"This is different... and besides, the first one wasn't proven a false alarm. I wasn't just sure..."

Queen Lyrebird's voice remained firm

"The vision foretells the downfall of our world, caused by the existence of a single individual"

Lady Nova raised an eyebrow, her sapphire eyes sparkling with interest.
"Well, this is new."

Queen Lyrebird continued,

"Like I informed Lord Xoray before... the mere existence of this lad will cause the end of us all."

To be continued...