The figure stepped closer.For a moment, no one moved.The battlefield had fallen silent.The First Hunger had transformed into a brilliant new star, its golden light spreading across the old universe. Avarion's fleet remained suspended among the ancient star roads, while the soldiers watched the stranger emerge from the darkness beyond the Outer Gate.Liana held the Celestial Heart tightly."Who are you?"The stranger smiled.He looked human.At least, almost human.He wore a long black robe that seemed to absorb the light around him. A dark crown rested on his head, but it was unlike Azrael's crown. This one appeared ancient, covered in symbols that shifted whenever Liana tried to understand them.His eyes were completely black.No golden pupils.No silver light.Only darkness."You have heard many names for me," he said.His voice was calm.Too calm."The Keeper Beyond.""The Forgotten King.""The End of Worlds."Liana's eyes narrowed."And your real name?"The stranger smiled."Th
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