Chapter 65: The Final Stand

The relief of our initial victory was fleeting. As we set course to split up and target the remaining artifacts, the air grew heavy with anticipation. Each of us knew the dangers we were about to face, but there was no turning back.

Captain Elias navigated the boat through the increasingly choppy waters, each of us steeling ourselves for the battles to come. The shape-shifter’s influence was still strong, and we knew it wouldn’t let us destroy the remaining artifacts without a fight.

“Remember the plan,” I said, looking at my team. “We split up and hit the artifacts simultaneously. We can’t afford any delays.”

Lena, Mara, and Elias nodded, their faces set with determination. We approached the designated drop-off points, each of us ready to face whatever resistance awaited us.

Lena’s drop-off was first. As she climbed into her small boat, I handed her the coordinates. “Be careful,” I said, gripping her shoulder. “We’ll meet up once the artifacts are destroyed.”

She nodded, a fierce lig
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