The Celestial Heist

Chapter 204: The Gathering Shadows

Kael and Naya moved swiftly through the twisting passageways of the cavern, the fragment’s light casting long shadows on the rough stone walls. The victory over the Celestial figure in the chamber had given them a brief moment of relief, but they both knew that their journey was far from over. The oppressive atmosphere of the underground labyrinth still pressed down on them, and the knowledge that the other Marauders were out there, potentially in danger, drove them to keep moving.

The path ahead began to slope upward, and Kael could feel the air growing less stifling, a hint that they were getting closer to the surface. The fragment’s light pulsed steadily in his hand, its warmth a comforting reminder of the power they wielded—a power that had saved them time and again.

Naya kept pace beside him, her expression focused but tense. "We need to find the others as quickly as possible. The Celestials will strike again, and we’re stronger together."

Kael nodded, his eyes scanning the passa