Bride of the Cursed Alpha (Auren and Lucien)

Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Matt POV

It was as if the ground beneath me had cracked open, and the truth-this unbelievable truth-had poured in like a flood, drowning all sense of

reason.

The bear shifters were guardians of the Moon Goddess bloodline? How was this possible? A memory flickered across my mind where during our history classes in the pack, Elders had mentioned once that in ancient times the bears also worshipped the moon goddess. And hence to make things easier for them, the two temples were built nearby. The bears could go to the Moon Goddess temple if they wished after praying to Veles. But the knowledge seemed insignificant that time. It was like what did the bear clan have in common with the wolf clan?

A chill ran down my spine. "You're saying we, the bears, are connected to the Moon Goddess?"

"Not just connected," Elder Kael continued. "One of us is the key to unlocking her legacy. His strength, his lineage, it's all tied to her power."

I sat back, absorbing his words. The weight of the revelation pressed down on me. "But how? What does this mean for me? I mean, how did this even happen? Are we in some kind of ancient ritual or bond that would annihilate our species? Has the Shaman sensed something like that?"

Elder Kael nodded solemnly. There's a story to this. One that is not available in the archives, but has come down from one generation to the next. There is no authenticity, but I've always felt that it can be found in the archives of Alpha Lucien's extensive library."

"A story?" Every word coming from Kacl was deepening the mystery. Honestly, I was getting agitated by the minute.

He nodded. "The bears vowed to protect the Moon Goddess' bloodline after a great war between the ancient packs and a dark force that sought to destroy her power."

"What evil force?" I asked impatiently. "These are modern times, Elder Kael," I snapped. “No one believes in ancient myths."

He shook his head. "No, Alpha Matt, there are things happening. Things that are beyond us. We have to look out for them."

the story about?"

of life and light, was targeted by those who feared her strength. They threatened to destroy her, make sure that if she ever had descendants, they would all die. No one came to her rescue, except the first alpha bear. He was bound by ancient honor and strength, and he stepped forward to guard her descendants, swearing an oath of eternal loyalty. The Moon Goddess' bloodline was the key to peace and balance in the realm, and only the bears, with their fierce loyalty and power, could keep it safe

no direct descendants of Cressida!" I said with irritation.

Harper intervened. "The ancient blood has reawakened. Powers sealed away to protect him or her from ancient enemies. And we believe that Tamara is

Ground shifted beneath my feet. "Y-you

you smelled Tamara as your mate that the Shaman

daughter of Alpha Lucien and Luna Auren. It is a well- known fact that Luna Auren belonged to the Crimson Howl pack and was an omega.

It's about restoring balance, reconnecting the bear and goddess bloodlines. Together, you and Tamara can fulfill the ancient pact. And if the Shaman's words are true, then you are Tamara's guardian.

realization dawned upon me. I was

down on my chest. A guardian? Me? The disbelief churned inside me like a storm, each gust of doubt stronger than

but my voice faltered, my mind struggling to catch up with what I was

with a thousand questions I couldn't seem to put into

my confusion, and his voice softened slightly. "This is not something to be taken lightly, Alpha Matt. But it's not yet time to act. Your role in this is important, but we must

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situation began to sink in.

Kael paused, his face grave. "The bond between you and Tamara, as well as your connection to the goddess' power, must remain a secret-for now, until we find out more about it. The time is not yet

tighten in my stomach. "But... What does that mean? Are

eyes softened, but he said firmly, "For now, yes. Until we understand more, until we are sure the time has

responsibility of it all felt overwhelming. "So what now?

The Veles Temple holds knowledge of our ancestors, and we need to visit again. There may be more clues there, something we missed before. We can't act without knowing everything we can.”

his eyes narrowing

hidden, if she is to awaken,