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Chapter 18: The Anchor’s Challenge
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The group began their journey again, this time with caution laced into every step. The forest had returned to its eerie silence, but the tension in the air was palpable.Anna led the way, the silver sword glowing faintly in her hand. The blade felt alive, as though it pulsed in rhythm with her heartbeat.“It’s strange,” Anna said softly. “When I fought the shadow, it felt like I was fighting... myself. Like it knew my every thought.”Mia walked beside her, her brows furrowed. “Maybe that’s the point. These trials seem designed to test more than just our strength. They’re testing who we are.”Logan glanced back at them. “Whatever they’re testing, we can’t let it break us. We’ve come too far.”Ryan, bringing up the rear, frowned as his crystal dimmed slightly. “I just hope the next trial doesn’t involve any more monsters. I think I’ve met my quota for terrifying creatures this week.”As they ventured deeper into the forest, the trees began to shift, their silvery glow fading to a cold,
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“Anna, do your thing!” Logan called, holding off the serpents with everything he had. Anna placed her hands on the icy pillar, the sword glowing brighter as it pulsed with energy. The ice began to crack, and the anchor’s light grew stronger. The serpents roared, their movements frantic as they tried to stop her. “Hurry!” Mia shouted, throwing herself between Anna and an incoming serpent. With a final surge of power, Anna shattered the ice, and the anchor’s light exploded outward, engulfing the lake. The serpents disintegrated, their cries echoing into silence. The group collapsed on the now-solid ice, the anchor’s steady glow reflecting in their weary eyes. “Two down,” Anna said, her voice barely above a whisper. Logan stood, his dagger still in hand. “Let’s not celebrate yet. We’ve still got two more to go.” The forest loomed ahead, dark and foreboding, as the group prepared to face whatever came next. The group moved forward, their steps echoing through the dense s
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