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Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 71
I choose Markus, no matter what, I choose not to turn my back on him."A smile spread across Markus' face as Celeste's words sank in. She had chosen him, and it was a relief and a joy unlike any he had ever felt before. He pulled her into a hug, his heart full of love.Nicklaus watched the two of them, a bittersweet smile on his face. He was happy for his friend, but he couldn't help but feel a little sadness. "I'll join you, but on one condition," Nicklaus said, his voice firm. "I get first pick of the spoils of war. I want something that will make all of this worthwhile."Markus considered this for a moment, then nodded. "Fine. You can have first pick, as long as we're successful." He held out his hand, and Nicklaus shook it, sealing the deal. The two men were united in their cause, and nothing could stop them now.As Celeste walked out the door with Markus, she felt a sense of relief. She knew that things were going to be okay, and she was ready to start a new chapter in her life.
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 72
"Dad," Nicklaus said, his voice trembling. He couldn't believe that his father was here, and he couldn't believe that he was smiling. "You're proud of me?" he asked, incredulous."I always knew you had it in you," Darius said, clapping a hand on his son's shoulder. "You're a chip off the old block." He chuckled, but there was something dark and dangerous in his eyes.Nicklaus felt a chill run down his spine. He wasn't sure if he should be flattered or terrified.Josef's heart was pounding in his chest. He had no idea what was going to happen next, and he didn't want to find out. He tried to make himself as small as possible, hoping to go unnoticed by Darius. But as he slipped the gold bars behind his back, he knew it was too late. He had been caught red-handed.Darius' eyes narrowed as he spotted Josef. "I see you found my stash," he said, his voice low and dangerous.Darius glanced at Valor the Griffin who looked friendly."I'm sorry I doubted you. You're not such a goodie two shoes
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 73
"Father, I've been planning something behind your back," Nicklaus continued, his voice cracking.As Nicklaus spoke, Darius scoffed, shaking his head in disgust. "You would do such a thing? Are you out of your mind?" he exclaimed. "You know I have high standards for you, and this is not the way to meet them!"But Nicklaus stood firm, his resolve unwavering. "I'm still me, Father. I've just come to realize that money and power aren't everything. I want to help people, to make a difference."Darius snorted. "You've been corrupted by those fools you've been hanging around with."Josef's eyes widened in genuine surprise, his face a picture of disbelief. He had never imagined that Nicklaus would do something like this. But Darius was quick to speak up, dismissing Josef's surprise as fake. "Stop pretending to be shocked, Josef," he snapped. "This is exactly what you wanted."But Josef shook his head vigorously, his eyes pleading for Darius to understand. "No, this is not what I wanted," he i
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 74
As Nicklaus approached the gates of New Arcadia, he was greeted by a most unusual sight. There, standing at the entrance, were a strawberry-blond male sprite and a girl in a black poncho. The girl looked up at him with a mischievous glint in her eye, while the sprite stood still as a statue, his features unreadable. "Welcome to New Arcadia," the girl said with a grin....As Dean brushed away the tears, he realized that the phantoms were right. He couldn't just say he was sorry and expect to be forgiven. He had to take real action to make things right. But it was hard to let go of the paranoia that had been with him for so long. It was like a dark shadow that followed him everywhere he went, whispering doubts and fears in his ear. But he had to try. For his own sake, and for the sake of those he had harmed.As Dean struggled to find his footing, he found himself questioning whether he was truly worthy of the title of Alpha. He had been given the land by Leo, but it was a land plagued
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 75
He said, his voice steady and firm. "But I will not abandon you. I will work with you, side by side, to make things right.Juniper, his friend and plant goddess gasped. "Dean, he's trying to push you out of the picture! He's trying to manipulate you," Juniper said, her brows furrowed with worry. "Don't let him do it, Dean. You have to stay strong and true to your values. If you let Zane push you out, he'll take over and lead us down a dark path." Dean looked at Juniper, his eyes brimming with uncertainty. "I don't know if I can do it," he said.Zane's smile was cold and calculating, revealing a glint of malice in his eyes. He knew that he had the upper hand, and he was ready to use it to his advantage. Dean was a prideful man, and his desire for control was his greatest weakness. Zane planned to exploit this weakness, knowing that it would lead to Dean's downfall. He was determined to seize power, no matter the cost.As Dean walked away, Juniper's eyes followed him. She could feel Z
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 76
Celeste took a deep breath, considering the offer before her. And then, she smiled. "I will," she said."Welcome home, Fiona," said Leo, his voice measured and restrained. There was something about her presence that made him uneasy, and he couldn't quite put his finger on what it was."It's good to be back," she replied, a hint of weariness in her voice. She looked around the room, taking in the faces of her old friends. They all seemed different somehow, and yet the same.The silence that followed was almost suffocating, as though everyone was holding their breath, waiting for something to happen. And then, slowly but surely, the tension began to dissipate.So Dean took a deep breath, grateful for Celeste's support. He was still getting used to having her in his life, but he was starting to appreciate her presence.In the corner, Nicklaus watched the group, feeling like an outsider. He was the new kid on the block, and he knew it would take time to earn their trust. But he was determ
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 77
Nicklaus accepted the plate gratefully, surprised by the unexpected gesture.As he ate, he observed the group dynamics, noting the subtle nuances of their interactions."Come on, let's take this food back to the forest," said Juniper, hefting a heavy basket of supplies."Are you sure this is the right way to go about it?" Fiona asked Dean, a sly smile playing on her lips. "You could just take what you want, by force.""I won't do that," Dean replied, his jaw set in determination. "I won't be the kind of leader who rules through fear and violence. I want to earn their trust, not terrify them into submission.""But that's what werewolves do!" Fiona protested. "They're powerful, they're fierce, they're wild! You can't just turn your back on your nature like that.""I'm not turning my back on it," Dean said, his voice calm and steady. "I'm trying to find a way to balance my two sides, to be both man and wolf. I want to be a leader that my pack can be proud of, not just because of my stren
Rise of the Fallen Son-in-law Chapter 78
Zane sneered, his words dripping with scorn. "What about the families you've left behind, the children who will never see their parents again? Do you really think a few nails and some dirt will fix that?"Dean's face fell, and he was at a loss for words. He knew that nothing he did could bring back the dead, but he had to try. "I don't expect forgiveness," he said at last, "But I have to do something."Juniper's hands were covered in dirt from her work in the garden, and she held out a napkin to Dean as she realized how dirty he was as well.But instead of taking the napkin, Dean took her hands and began to clean them with a gentle touch. Juniper looked up at him in surprise, but she let him continue.As he worked, Dean looked into her eyes and saw something he hadn't expected. There was understanding there, and compassion. She saw him, not just as an enemy, but as a person.Zane wasn't messing around, he knew that Dean's kind acts were just a facade. He could see that Dean was reall
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Dorian felt Juniper's frustration mounting as he held her in his arms. She was giving him the cold shoulder, her arms crossed and her expression one of discontent. He knew he'd messed up, and he wasn't sure how to fix it. So he just held her close, hoping that his presence might somehow make things better.But Juniper was having none of it. "Why even bother?" she said, her voice heavy with disappointment. Dorian felt a sinking feeling in his stomach.Dorian's heart sank as he heard Juniper's words. He knew he had made a mistake, and that he had hurt her in some way. He wasn't sure what to do to make it right, so he decided to give her some space. He knew that sometimes the best thing to do was to give someone the space they needed.But as he walked away, he couldn't help but feel a sense of loss. He wanted to be there for Juniper, to make her feel better. He wanted to be the one who could make her smile, the one who could brighten her day. But it seemed that he had failed in that regar
Chapter 137: A visit from death
Before he could even think about what to do, he heard the pounding of footsteps behind him. He turned around to see a massive, ferocious-looking dragon barreling towards him. It let out a mighty roar, and Carlisle felt the ground shake beneath his feet.Finn was the one who had sold the dragon babies, and he had been motivated by greed. Carlisle, on the other hand, had been scarred by a dragon years ago, and that had shaped his entire life. He was terrified of dragons, and he had devoted himself to keeping them away from people. But now, he was faced with a situation that he couldn't control.The momma dragon let out a deafening roar, and Carlisle could feel the ground tremble beneath his feet. He knew that he had to act fast. But what could he possibly do? He didn't have any weapons, and he was no match for a dragon. All he had was the baby dragon in his hands. It was then that he had an idea. He held the baby dragon out towards the approaching momma dragon, and he began to speak in a
Chapter 136: The mistake
Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistence, not just hiding away. If we're going to create a better
Chapter 135
"...The dragons then were ruthless, not these plush toys"Markus' eyes narrowed, his tone growing more urgent. "But what you've done is much more than a challenge," he said. "You've gone against the very principles of our alliance. We can't have you doing things like this, it could tear us apart!"Finn sighed, his gaze turning distant. "I know it was a risk," he said. "But I couldn't stand by and watch those dragons be harmed. They're just like any other creature, they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity."Markus shook his head. He couldn't argue with that. "You're just making things more complicated. You're looking for an excuse to run off and hide like some hermit!""How dare you say that to me!? After what you've witnessed, you still think I'm trying to run away?""I'm not saying that to insult you," Markus said, his voice growing calmer. "But I have to wonder if you're looking for an escape, rather than a solution. Our alliance was founded on the principle of coexistenc
Chapter 134: Dragons and chaos
Markus understood Finn's worries, but he remained hopeful. "If we work together, we can show the people that dragons are more than just fearsome creatures. They are intelligent and majestic beings, deserving of our respect and admiration. With time and effort, we can change the way people see dragons, and make the world a better place for all."In his own words, Finn's conditions were as follows: He would agree to help the alliance, and to bring the dragons together under one banner. In return, the alliance would promise to leave him and the dragons alone once the conflict was over, and to allow them to return to their isolated home. They would have no further demands or expectations of him or the dragons.It was a bold request, but Markus and Elliot could see where he was coming from. They needed to find a way to make this work, or risk losing their best chance at victory.Finn's request was understandable, but it presented a challenge for Markus and Elliot. They needed the dragons to
Chapter 133: The dragon tamer
"I'm not here to cause any trouble," he said, his voice wavering slightly. "I just want to talk to you, to explain what happened. Please, just hear me out."Finn looked skeptical, but after a moment's hesitation, he nodded. "Alright, I'll listen," he said, his tone still gruff. "But you'd better make it quick!""Please, Finn, this is important," Elliott pleaded. "Markus needs your help.""And who the blazes are you?" Finn demanded, his tone sharp. "I don't recall inviting you into my home!"Elliott's cheeks flushed with embarrassment. "I, um, I know Nora, and I know Markus."Finn gave Elliott a long, appraising look. "So you're a friend of George's, eh?" he said, his eyes narrowing. "That doesn't mean I have to listen to you.""Hmph," Finn grumbled, shifting from foot to foot. "I'm listening, but don't expect me to be swayed by a bunch of sob stories."Elliott took a deep breath, and began to speak. "It's true that George, as you knew him, made some mistakes. But he was a good man, onc
Chapter 132
'The story of your father is a sad one,' Nora said, her voice tinged with sorrow. 'He was a brave and kind man, but he was a soldier, and he saw much death and destruction in his life. It changed him, and he began to believe that violence was the only way to solve problems. He became angry and bitter, and he could not see any other way to live.'Markus listened intently, his heart heavy with grief. He knew his father had been a good man once, but the years of war had taken their toll. He wished he could have known his father as a child.She paused, as if considering her next words carefully. 'But he did love me. And I believe he loved you, too. He simply could not see beyond his own ambitions. And in the end, those ambitions destroyed him. He used his friends as pawns, and they in turn betrayed him. Revenge and power consumed him, and he was lost to the darkness.'Nora's eyes were bright with unshed tears. 'But you, my dear, you have a choice. You can choose a different path, a better
Chapter 131
"Hey, slow down!" Markus called out to Elliot as he raced toward him. "I'm not going anywhere without you. And I can't have you tripping and falling on your face in your rush to catch up!" He smirked and shook his head.Elliot skidded to a halt and tried to catch his breath. "I heard you were going to look for the dragon tamer. I want to come along!"Markus nodded, already in motion again. "Of course you can come, but you'll have to keep up. And we'll need to be quiet when we find the dragon tamer."Just then, they heard a familiar voice from behind them. "Yoo hoo! Markus?"Markus sighed and turned to see his mother approaching, carrying a pack on her back and her son in her arms. Scales let out a soft purr as they drew near."Mother, thank you for coming with.""You're welcome, my dear," Nora said, her voice gentle. "And you know I could never pass up an adventure like this! Plus, I have some history with the dragon tamer myself. I can't wait to see how he's changed over the years."
Chapter 130: For rich and for poor
The people gathered around her, their eyes full of hope and anticipation. One after another, they asked her questions, their voices growing louder and more desperate with each query."When am I going to get my big break!?""What number combination can I use for the lottery?""Is my job at the market worth it?""Why is my business stagnant?""Your big break will come when you least expect it," Eloise replied calmly, her words soothing the anxious crowd. "But in the meantime, focus on doing your best and giving your customers the best service possible."The crowd listened intently, hanging on her every word. For many of them, Eloise represented their last hope for a better futureAs more and more people came forward, Eloise felt the weight of their problems pressing down on her. It was as if she was caught in a sea of desperation, each person's pleas a drop of water threatening to drown her. But she held her ground, determined to help as many people as she could.But as the crowd swelled
