Liana couldn't move. Her mother's warm smile was exactly as she remembered. The gentle eyes. The soft voice. Even the faint scent of lavender lingered in the air. "My daughter," her mother whispered, opening her arms. "Come here." A lump formed in Liana's throat. For months, she had fought monsters, crossed worlds, and carried the burden of the Guardian. Now, standing before her was the one person she had longed to see again. Slowly, she took a step forward. Then another. Just as she was about to reach her— The Celestial Heart burned against her chest. A sharp pain spread through her body. Liana stopped. "No..." She whispered. "My mother is gone." The woman smiled sadly. "Does that matter?" "What if I could stay with you?" "No more wars." "No more sacrifices." "No more pain." The room changed. The cold black walls disappeared. Instead, Liana found herself in her childhood home. The fireplace crackled softly. Books lined the shelves. Outside the window, gol
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