The Abandoned Luna's Return
the boy whispered, before dissolving into a cloud of gold dust.
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### The New Countdown
Silas stumbled back onto the grass of the Iron Mountain, the golden watch burning in his palm.
The White Void stopped advancing. The "Liquidation" paused. The Pack let out a cautious howl of hope.
Elara slumped forward, the violet veins in her skin fading as the pressure released. Silas ran to her, catching her before she hit the dirt.
"I got it," he panted, showing her the watch. "The Void stopped, Elara. We won."