Chapter 238
Author: Anakin Detour
last update2024-11-02 02:49:27

They had overcome an enemy who had threatened to engulf them in darkness.

“We did it!” Tessa exclaimed, her eyes wide with disbelief and excitement. “We actually defeated him!”

Dexter leaned against his sword, still catching his breath. “I can’t believe it either,” he replied, a grin breaking through his exhaustion. “But we need to stay vigilant. There might be more challenges ahead.”

Adrian nodded, scanning the clearing. “We should regroup and make sure there are no lingering threats. Umbra mentioned he’s been watching us—there might be others waiting in the wings.”

Charlotte walked over to the shattered remnants of the Shadowstone, examining the shards that glimmered ominously in the dim light. “We need to destroy these, too. They could be a source of power for anyone looking to regain what Umbra lost.”

Dexter pushed himself to his feet, steeling himself against the weariness that threatened to drag him back down. “Agreed. We’ll make sure none of this can be used again.” He stepped
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