A Luna for the Lycan King novel Chapter 84

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Darren

I dragged another fallen enemy across the blood–soaked earth, my body screaming in protest.

“Another one,” I grunted to myself, tossing the limp form atop the pile with a dull thud. I wiped the sweat from my brow as I looked over the battlefield. It had been a non–stop onslaught for days. I haven’t even had time to send a message to Ally. I can imagine her blue eyes as she sits in our bedroom. She was probably worried and each day without contact would make it worse. I have been fighting to the brink of exhaustion. Collapsing for an hour or two of sleep and then right back at it..

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There were so many vampires… many were new. When they took over these towns, those who lived there either became food or new vampires. They were building their army. If that wasn’t enough, the demons who have joined them were also well prepared.

I was barely able to catch my breath and another battle would arrive. I surveyed the chaos around me, that had become a frequent sight. In all honesty, we needed help. This war wasn’t going to end quickly. I was confident we would still win the war, but it was going to take time.

A heavy set of footsteps approached and I didn’t need to look to know it was Ivan. His presence was constantly near me … as if

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he had taken on the sole duty to be my protector.

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“Darren,” he called out, his deep voice rough like gravel. I glanced over to see his face smeared with blood and dirt. He looked weary as his concerned gaze swept over me.

“It was a rough one today. I felt like they kept pouring in. They weren’t strong but their numbers were exhausting.”

“Such a waste of life… not that they care.” He sighed, searching my eyes. “How is your temper?”

I let out a humorless chuckle, shaking my head in disbelief. “Surprisingly well,” I admitted.

“But it’s a thin thread, Ivan. Without Allissa by my side…” My voice trailed off, the longing for her hitting me with the force of a maul. She was my anchor, the soothing balm to the beast raging within me. Saying her name like that made my heart pang with longing.

“She is with you, Darren. Her heart is with you.”

I watched as a small smile spread across his lips. He could see the pain on my face. My biggest wound right now was not having her near me. “How is your brother doing?”

“The fairies have done wonders with their magic. The poison’s losing its grip on him. He’ll recover.”

“That’s great to hear.” I knew it was a relief for Ivan. He didn’t like being in charge. It was a role he didn’t want. The crown was

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something he had never been after.

“You need some rest, Darren. Even kings need to heal.”

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Before I could respond, a familiar voice pierced the air with its sardonic lilt. “Well, look at these two slackers skipping out of clean up after the party.” Finn strode in front of us, his clothes torn, blood staining them. He looked exhausted, yet, his amber eyes sparkled with mirth. Only Finn could find humor on the battlefield.

“I supplied most of the bodies so it is up to the slackers to pick them up.” I smirked, listening to Finn’s chuckle.

“I won’t deny that. You were like a lawn mower destroying the weeds.” Finn then looked up. “Speaking of destroying weeds. Here comes the flying goat and her rider.”

“You really aren’t funny.” Dayanara jumped off her griffin, pushing her red locks of hair behind her ear. “You men look like hell.”

“Well; we all don’t get to wave a wand and say

‘Bibbidi–Bobbidi–Boo‘,” Finn grinned at Dayanara clicked her

tongue.

“I didn’t hear you complaining when I saved your life. And don’t even begin to act like I am not doing anything up there. I can’t believe-”

“Got her.” Finn grinned as Ivan let out a tired laugh.

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“He trolled you. Hook, line, and sinker.” Ivan’s eyes lit up and a small chuckle left my lips. Dayanara was fitting right in with our group. I noticed she seemed to follow me during battles, and I couldn’t help but feel like this was intentional. As if she was watching over me on Ally’s behalf.

“Darren, what are you still doing here? The dead aren’t going anywhere. We finally have a reprieve from battle. Go and write to your mate. She will be worried sick and I wouldn’t put it past her to come charging after you.” She snapped at me, taking her frustrations with Finn out on me. “Go, write to her, tell her you love her… all that sappy mate stuff.” She then winked at me and I nodded my head.

“Thank you… I’m going to get a letter out to her.”

“And then sleep!” Ivan growled. “We need to rest well now because who knows when the next break will come.” He was right. Right now, for a brief minute, I could step away from the

carnage.

“Send her my love.” Finn teased with a wink.

“Careful, Finn.” I growled, listening to him laugh as I walked away. That damn vampire loved provoking people. I dragged my feet back to the encampment and sat at my makeshift desk.

Forgive me, my love. War has been a jealous keeper and has prevented me from writing to you. I’m sorry you are unable to communicate with me. They will be allowing letters to cone in batches soon but they can’t arrive freely. Gods, Ally… I miss you. There is a hollow place in my heart that will remain until

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