In a town where werewolves are nothing more than myths and bedtime stories, dark secrets lurk in the shadows. When mysterious disappearances begin, followed by gruesome deaths in the woods, two rival factions of hunters form Calvary and Shadow, each with their own methods of protection. But nothing could prepare the townspeople for the truth that lies beneath their feet. Luke has loved Mary since childhood, but she's promised to another. When her parents are brutally murdered by a pack of werewolves, Mary's thirst for vengeance leads her into the deadly world of Shadow, a faction that practices both martial arts and black magic. Luke, determined to prove himself worthy of her love, joins the rival Calvary, a group known for its deadly skill in martial arts. Fate takes a tragic turn when Luke crosses paths with Mary in a battle against the Prince of the Werewolves, and after saving her life, he is cursed with the power of the very beast he killed. Transformed into a werewolf, Luke must live for a thousand years in a form that is not his own, while Mary dedicates her life to finding a way to lift the curse. In a race against time, Mary will face impossible odds and heart-wrenching decisions in her quest for redemption and love. But the truth is, some curses are meant to last forever.

Chapter 1 Prologue: The Legend of the Beast

The town of Eldergrove had always been quiet. Nestled at the edge of a vast, untamed forest, it was a place where time seemed to stand still. The cobblestone streets were lined with old wooden houses, their paint faded and chipped from years of exposure to the elements. The townspeople were simple folk, their lives governed by the changing of seasons and the rhythm of hard, honest work. For as long as anyone could remember, Eldergrove had been a place of peace. The town was surrounded by towering trees, their thick canopy blocking out the sun for most of the day.

Yet, despite the serenity of the town, there had always been whispers, stories passed down from generation to generation, spoken in hushed tones by the firelight. Tales of creatures that lurked in the shadows, beasts with eyes that glowed like embers in the dark. The children were told to avoid the forest, for it was a place where the old legends came to life. They were taught to fear the creatures that might dwell there, but the adults had long ago dismissed those stories as mere myths, legends designed to keep children from wandering too far. But there were those who remembered. They remembered the stories their grandparents told, of creatures that were not born of the earth, but of darkness. Beasts that roamed the woods, shapeshifters with the power to tear apart anything that crossed their path. Eldergrove's elders knew that these creatures were not to be trifled with, and they had long ago sealed off the forest with a pact, a pact that had been made centuries before, forged by the blood of the town's founders. The pact was simple: Never go into the woods after dark. Never tempt fate by venturing too deep into the forest. And above all, never forget the legend of the beast. It was said that the creature, the beast, was once a man, a warrior of great strength and power, who had been cursed for his sins. His punishment was to become the very monster he had hunted, a predator that roamed the land, devouring anything in its path. The beast was bound to the forest, a prisoner of its own monstrous nature, and only the purest of hearts could ever hope to break the curse. But that was just the story. The truth, as with all things, was far darker. Luke had heard the stories countless times as a child. He had grown up in Eldergrove, playing in the streets with the other children, listening to the elders' tales of the creatures that lived in the woods. He had always dismissed the stories as just that, stories. After all, who would believe in such things? Eldergrove was a peaceful town, a place where nothing ever seemed to happen. There were no monsters here, no beasts lurking in the shadows. But that was before the disappearances. At first, it had been easy to ignore. A few people gone missing here and there, nothing out of the ordinary. But then, the bodies started showing up. Mutilated, torn apart by something far beyond the reach of any animal known to man. The townspeople were terrified, whispers of the beast's return spreading like wildfire. The once-quiet town of Eldergrove was now filled with fear and uncertainty. It wasn't long before the first of the hunters arrived. A group of men and women, armed with weapons and knowledge of the old ways. They had come from out of town, hearing the rumors of the beasts in the woods. At first, the townspeople had been grateful. They were experienced trackers, hunters who knew how to deal with things that went bump in the night. They were from a faction called the Calvary, a group of warriors dedicated to protecting the innocent from supernatural threats. But the Calvary was not alone. There were others, rival hunters who also claimed to know how to deal with the beasts of the forest. The Shadows, they called themselves. These hunters didn't just rely on their swords and shields; they practiced dark magic, binding the elements to their will. They believed that the key to defeating the creatures was not only strength but also the power to manipulate the forces of nature itself. At first, the two factions had worked together, hunting the beasts as one. But as the bodies piled up, tensions began to rise. The Calvary and the Shadows had different ideas about how to deal with the threat, and soon, they were at odds. Luke had joined the Calvary when he came of age, determined to protect his town and prove himself. The Calvary had trained him in the ancient martial arts of their order, teaching him how to wield a sword with precision and grace. They believed in honor, in fighting with strength and discipline. But Luke knew that the fight against the beasts would require more than just strength. It would require heart. He had always known he was different from the other members of the Calvary. They were warriors, born and bred for battle, but Luke's mind often wandered to darker thoughts. His heart ached for someone else, the girl he had loved since childhood. Mary. Mary had always been part of his life, even though they were from different worlds. She was the daughter of the town's wealthiest family, a family that had lost everything in one fateful night when werewolves tore through their estate. That was the night Mary's parents were killed, and her life changed forever. In the aftermath, Mary had joined the Shadows, dedicating herself to the destruction of the beasts. She had sworn revenge on the creatures that had taken everything from her. Luke had always been by her side, even if she didn't know it. He had watched her grow from a carefree child into a fierce woman, driven by anger and a need for justice. But now, as the disappearances continued, Luke couldn't help but feel a growing sense of dread. The town was becoming more dangerous, and the factions were growing further apart. The Calvary believed in order and protection, but the Shadows were willing to go to any lengths to destroy the beasts. Even if that meant using dark magic. The town's quiet existence was coming to an end, and Luke could feel it in his bones. He knew that the time for waiting was over. The time for action had arrived. And soon, he would learn that the legend of the beast was not just a story, it was a warning. The townspeople had always whispered about the beasts, but no one had ever truly believed in them, until now. Luke stood at the edge of the woods, looking into the darkness beyond. The night had fallen, and the full moon hung high in the sky, casting an eerie glow over the town. He could feel the tension in the air, the heavy weight of what was to come. In the distance, he heard the first howls. The sound sent a chill down his spine, and he gripped the hilt of his sword tightly. He wasn't afraid, not anymore. He had trained for this, and now it was his time to prove that he was more than just a boy with dreams. He was a hunter. He was a protector. And he would stop the beasts, no matter the cost. But what Luke didn't know was that his journey was about to take a dark turn. His love for Mary, his loyalty to the Calvary, and his belief in the ancient legends would all be tested in ways he could never have imagined. For the beast was not just a myth. It was real. And it was coming for him

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