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While the coven celebrated, the older witches assured me they would help me learn how to use and control my newfound magic. Lessons and a journey into my abilities were promised once we dealt with more urgent matters—namely finding Alexei, as I had requested.
The old coven, once hidden and forgotten, was now clean and restored. The witches who had been hiding came back, looking grateful and amazed by the coven’s restored vitality. Being with them felt like reuniting with long-lost family.
With a clear purpose, the coven made plans. Finding Alexei was the top priority. The witches used their combined knowledge and magical skills to come up with a plan. Someone was assigned to secretly follow the Sheriff and keep an eye on him after the police station closed.
I joined the planning talks, paying close attention to figure out how to handle the tricky situation. Selene, full of wisdom, took charge and guided the coven with her timeless knowledge.
"We need to be careful, and fast," she said, looking serious. "The more we wait, the worse Alexei's situation will get."
The witches looked at each other in silent agreement. They knew they had to act quickly.
They used a mix of old rituals and modern spying methods in their plans to help uncover Alexei’s whereabouts and unravel the extent of the mysteries remaining in Harmony Grove. The coven, which had lost some of its unity when the moon’s power had faded, now worked well together again. Each witch did their part, using their unique skills to help.
While they got ready, I felt uneasy. Alexei being missing worried me, and I kept thinking about him while I helped the coven and learned from them. I wondered where he was and what was happening to him.
The information acquired by the witches who followed the Sheriff, didn't give any clear answers. It made the witches doubt who was behind Alexei's capture. But they didn't give up. They were sure they could crack the case through other means.
Even with the planning going on to find Alexei, the witches kept their promise to teach me about my new powers. Selene, knowing it was important, taught me the basics of moon magic.
With her help, I learned ancient knowledge that had been passed down. The moon had given me the powers, to do spells and chants.Patient and wise, Selene showed me the secrets of lunar magic, helping me understand how to use my intentions and energy.
As I practiced under the moon, I felt a strong connection to the ancient powers inside me. The coven felt it too, and their support made me even more determined.
The night went by with lots of rituals and preparations. The witches, all working together, kept working to find Alexei. Time was running out, and every moment made the mission to rescue him more urgent.
So, under the moon's watch, the coven and I continued our journey into the mysterious, trying to understand what was happening and how to free Alexei from the shadows that kept him captive.
CHAPTER 30 | THE RESCUE
ALEXEI’S POV
The cold, dimly lit room served as the macabre stage for the unfolding drama. The weight of impending decisions hung heavily in the air, and I could feel the eyes of the Vampire Council piercing through the shadows. Bound and restrained, I sat defiantly, my resolve unyielding despite the ominous circumstances.
The head of the Vampire Council, a figure shrouded in dark authority, broke the silence. "Alexei, your stubbornness is becoming tiresome. We've offered you a way out, a chance to spare yourself further agony. Yet, you persist in this futile resistance."
The atmosphere in the room thickened as the council members exchanged glances, the unspoken understanding among them echoingthrough the silence. Their patience had worn thin, and the time for negotiations seemed to be slipping away.
I squared my shoulders, meeting their cold gazes with a steely resolve. "I won't sign anything, and I won't betray my clan. You can torture me all you want, but I won't be the one to fracture the trust that holds us together."
A sinister smile curled Anastasia’s lips as she stepped forward. Her eyes glinting with a mix of malice and determination. "Oh, Alexei, you're underestimating the lengths I'm willing to go to claim what's rightfully mine. If you won't sign willingly, perhaps a bit more persuasion is in order."
The council members nodded in agreement, and Anastasia gestured for the torturer to step forward. The room seemed to constrict as they closed in, their intentions clear. The next moments unfolded in a brutal dance of pain and resistance.
As the torturer advanced, I braced myself for the onslaught. The first blow landed, a searing pain shooting through me, but I choked off the scream threatening to escape. Each strike, each attempt to break my will, only solidified my determination. I knew that showing weakness would only embolden them.
Anastasia, standing at a distance, enjoying the spectacle. "You can end this, Alexei. Sign the letter, make the announcement, and the pain will stop. Our clan needs unity, not this futile resistance."
I spat out a mouthful of blood, a defiant glint in my eyes. "I won't be a puppet for your ambitions. You won't succeed in tearing apart everything we've built."
The council members exchanged glances, the room echoing with the dull thuds of each strike. They sought a breaking point, a moment when my resistance would crumble. Yet, with every ounce of strength, I clung to my resolve.
Amidst the torment, thehead of the Vampire Council spoke again, his voice cutting through the rhythmic brutality. "Alexei, we offer you a chance to spare not only yourself, but the clan from further pain. You can't bear this forever."
I chuckled, a bitter sound echoing in the confined space. "You underestimate what I can endure. My loyalty to the clan runs deeper than you can fathom."
Anastasia, frustrated by my steadfastness, stepped forward. "You're being foolish, Alexei. This is your chance to save yourself and our people. Don't let your pride blind you."
I met her gaze, a silent defiance burning between us. "There's no pride here, only duty. I won't forsake my duty to the clan for your ambitions."
