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Chapter 37: The Shadow’s Bargain
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Sacrifice and TruthIris gripped his hand and trembled as she muttered, "Aiden." The mark on her wrist began to glow a little brighter, throbbing steadily. "I noticed it once more. The idea You were the only one opposing Damon. YouWith an uncompromising tone, Aiden interrupted her, saying, "That's not happening." She was forced to look into his eyes as he cupped her face. "I can't let this prophecy determine how it ends because we've been through too much."Her voice was hardly heard as she said, "You don't understand." Her fingers clenched around his as tears glistened in her eyes. It was more than just a brawl. It was the end.Aiden's jaw tightened as he spoke forcefully, "The end for him." Not us. Never us.The Guardian's words echoed like thunder and seemed to come out of nowhere as the air around them became heavy.The voice, icy and uninterested, said, "The bond between you will be tested." "On the final reckoning, only one can stand.""Stop talking!" With a roar, Aiden stood
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Secrets ResurfaceIn the dream "Iris." Her attention was drawn to the person in the pale silver light by the quiet yet authoritative voice."You again?" Iris's fists clenched as she spoke sharply. "Why do you haunt me so much?"The Moon Goddess stated in a level voice, "This isn't about haunting." "This is about getting you ready.""For what purpose?" Iris raised her voice and demanded. "You've only caused me suffering and cryptic warnings. What are you looking for from me?With penetrating eyes, the Moon Goddess took a step closer. "The last trial is approaching. The moment that will determine not only your destiny but also that of everyone who comes after you.Iris shook her head, her breath catching. "I didn't request this. I have no idea what this power is requesting of me."It requires equilibrium," the Moon Goddess answered. "And whether you are deserving of using it will be decided by the trial.""What sort of trial is it?" Iris was so scared and frustrated that her voice broke
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Power’s CostA Lethal TrapThe walls of the makeshift packhouse twisted and shifted about Aiden and Damon as they stood back-to-back. The space seemed to be alive, thriving on their mistrust and annoyance. With each step, a new trap was set off, whether it was phantom claws snatching at their throats, spikes blasting from the walls, or the floor crashing into emptiness."Time is of the essence!" A shaft of ice sprang from the ceiling, and Aiden snarled as he barely avoided it.Damon kicked a pressure plate that activated a second set of traps and said dryly, "I noticed." Just in time to prevent a collapsing beam, he yanked Aiden back. "You're awful at staying alive if you're always trying to be the hero."Wiping perspiration from his brow, Aiden shot back, "And for someone who's supposed to be all-knowing, you're doing a lousy job of getting us out of here."Damon's keen eyes searched the room for anything that didn't belong. He whispered, "This isn't just a trap." "This is a test."
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