The ancient doors groaned as they slowly opened. A brilliant silver radiance spilled into the corridor, forcing everyone to shield their eyes. The light wasn’t harsh. It was warm, almost welcoming, carrying with it the faint scent of moon lilies and fresh rain. For several long seconds, no one dared move. Even the Hollow Ones stopped their assault. The corrupted warriors stood motionless, their empty black eyes fixed on the chamber beyond the doors. Fear—something they should no longer have been capable of feeling—flickered across their twisted faces. One by one, they began retreating. “They’re afraid,” Kael whispered in disbelief. Dante tightened his grip on his sword. “Whatever is inside…” “…even they won’t approach it.” Seraphine lowered her spear. “The Heart Chamber.” Her voice trembled with emotion. “I never believed I would see its doors open again.” She turned toward Lucian and slowly knelt. “My King.” “The chamber will only remain open for a short time.” “You
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