As Alden's body vanished from the cold and dark chamber.
His mother remained still.
Her chest felt like it was being torn apart from the inside.
Not just from power loss—but from the memory of her son's first breath, his first smile, and the pain she couldn't protect him from all these years.
This was all she could do now. One final gift.
Despite all the pain, a smile was present on her face. As if the pain was worth it if it could save her son.
"You are meant to be something much more than an extra, Alden." She muttered weakly.
"Become what I never could. My son… become free."
Her eyes are heavy. She had used too much of her power. She couldn't stay awake any longer.
The cold chains tightened even more around her body as her eyes finally closed, entering a deep slumber.
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Few minutes ago back in the City of Lustra.
Gravius looked at the boy. Even when his whole strength was exhausted, his red eyes burnt with courage.
Pointless.
