NABC Chapter 495: Chapter 495 - The Faery Bond Proposal Master
Chapter 495: Chapter 495 - The Faery Bond Proposal Master
Chapter 495: - The Faery Bond Proposal Master
As the truth of the Moonlight Fae and the curse unraveled, Broken felt the weight of their suffering deepen.
Elaine, who had once shared a friendship with a human, now bore the burden of that bond gone terribly wrong. Her disappointment in her former friend had led to centuries of suffering for her tribe.
"I wasn't the only one who turned into an Eternal Flame Faebeast," Elaine continued. "Since I became the new Tribe Leader, replacing my father, every time the full moon rises, I transform into the Eternal Flame... and one of the faeries from the Moonlight Fae does as well."
Broken tried to absorb this shocking information. "So... once a month, during the full moon, you and one other faery from your tribe turn into Fae Beasts?"
"Yes," Elaine confirmed.
Then she added, "The worst part is, while I return to my normal form once the full moon passes, the other faeries who transform do not. They remain trapped in their Eternal Flame form... forever."
Broken's eyes widened, realizing the gravity of the curse.
"They lose their consciousness," Elaine continued, her voice cracking, "and act like beasts, attacking anyone near them. They are no longer themselves."
She lowered her head slowly, her sorrow palpable.
Broken took a deep breath, still trying to process everything Elaine had shared. The truth was overwhelming and deeply painful.
If every month a faery was transformed into a mindless beast, that meant their numbers would continue to dwindle. The Moonlight Fae were essentially fading away, one by one, until eventually only Elaine would remain.
And then... the Moonlight Fae would be no more.
The curse was slowly consuming them, and Broken couldn't help but wonder-how much longer could they survive if this curse wasn't lifted? They were living under a slow but inevitable death sentence.
Elaine continued. "The Moon Goddess... She brought our tribe here, blessing us with the Moonlight Land to protect us. She created this space to contain us, to prevent the Eternal Flames from wandering beyond and harming others."
She nodded slightly, her expression calm. "Yes, this place is a prison for us, Mr. Broken." Elaine turned to him, her gaze steady. Though her face remained composed, a single tear glistened in her right eye, betraying the immense burden she carried.
As Broken absorbed Elaine's story, a sense of connection began to stir within him. His thoughts turned to the Moon Goddess and the mysterious implications surrounding her.
Elaine smiled weakly. "The Fae Queen once gave me an answer," she began. "She told me that to lift the curse, I must find someone-a human-with whom I can form a deep connection. Someone I can trust, respect, and appreciate on a profound level."
Broken frowned slightly. "That doesn't sound too difficult."
Elaine shook her head. "That's not the only requirement. After I form a bond with this person, they must complete a crucial task."
"What kind of task?"
"They must end my life... in my Eternal Flame form. That is the only way the curse can be lifted from the Moonlight Fae. If this task isn't completed, the curse will remain, even if I
die."
Broken fell silent, letting the weight of her explanation settle over him. He pieced it together in his mind: Elaine had to form a bond with a human she trusted, and that same person would have to kill her in her Eternal Flame form to lift the curse from her tribe.
He exhaled deeply. "It's truly an ironic fate," he said. "To be saved, your life must end at the hands of someone you trust-someone you choose to bond with."
Broken nodded slowly. "Your courage and resilience are remarkable, Elaine."
Elaine looked up, clearly moved by his words, her eyes wide with surprise.
[Elaine was deeply moved by your compassionate words, increasing her trust in you
significantly. Your affinity with her has now grown to 52%.]
"Your words are incredibly kind and have touched my heart, Mr. Broken," she said softly, her voice trembling with emotion. For a moment, she allowed herself to feel the warmth of his
kindness, something she hadn't felt in a long time.
"Is there anything I can do to help you?"
Elaine paused, contemplating his offer. Finally, she spoke, her voice soft and uncertain.
"Would you be open to getting to know me better and... allowing me to form a bond with you? I understand it's a huge responsibility, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to repay you." [Congratulations! You have earned the title of 'The Faery Bond Proposal Master'.]