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For centuries, angels and demons have been at war, their hatred for each other woven into the very fabric of their existence. Hybrids—born from the forced union of the two races—are considered abominations, unstable beings meant only for destruction.

But Rai is different.

Born from genuine love, Rai’s very existence defies the laws of both worlds. Unlike other hybrids, his energies do not clash—they coexist. But when his father, a high-ranking demon, discovers the truth of his birth, Rai’s life is shattered. Branded as a threat, he is forced to flee after witnessing his mother’s brutal death at the hands of the man who was supposed to protect them.

Now, hunted by both angels and demons, Rai finds himself in the care of Vael, an exiled warrior with a past as dark as his name. Under his brutal yet wise guidance, Rai must learn to harness his dual power, survive in a world that wants him dead, and uncover the secrets behind his birth.

As he grows stronger, he begins to question the war itself. Why must angels and demons hate each other? Who truly benefits from this endless cycle of bloodshed?

With a world against him and only a handful of allies by his side, Rai embarks on a journey that will challenge fate itself.

In a war where light and dark must always oppose—can a being of both carve his own path?

Rai: Dark & Light

The words left Vael's lips heavier than he expected. He had made up his mind.

But the weight of the decision still sat in his chest.

He glanced at Rai, who was happily tearing into his dinner, completely unaware of the storm brewing around them.

Vael's fingers tightened around his cup.

For a hundred years, he had lived without conflict. Without bloodshed. He had built a quiet life. But deep down, he had always known…

And now, he had to walk away from it all. Again.

He exhaled slowly, pushing away his thoughts.

Vael rested his elbows on the table, expression unreadable. "We're leaving in the morning."

Vael leaned back. "I found traces of demons searching for you."

Vael continued. "They know you're here. And if they haven't found this place yet, they will soon."

Rai lowered his food slowly. "So… we're running?"

Vael's expression remained calm, but his fingers twitched slightly against the table. "We're moving to a safer place. I know somewhere we can go, but the journey will take a few days."

Rai nodded, absorbing the information.

For the first time, he felt a small weight in his chest. He had started getting used to this place.

But now… they had to leave it behind.

The next morning came faster than Rai expected.

By dawn, he and Vael had already packed their essentials—food, water, some supplies for the road.

Vael carried most of it, wordlessly handling everything with ease.

As Rai adjusted his bag, he turned to look at the tavern one last time.

This place had been his home for weeks. The first place he had felt… safe.

But now, it was just a reminder that nowhere was truly safe.

Rai turned to see him pull a small, glowing stone from his pocket.

Before Rai could ask, Vael crushed it between his fingers.

The moment the stone shattered—the tavern disappeared.

Not destroyed. Not abandoned. Just… gone.

Vael pocketed the dust that remained, expression neutral.

Rai wanted to ask—what was that stone? How did it work? What had happened to the tavern?

But something about Vael's silence made him hold back.

So instead, he turned and followed.

The presence of something unnatural crept into its lands.

A single step cracked the earth beneath its weight.

The Demon Lieutenant was already on the way.

Dark & Light – Chapter 9: The Journey Begins