Chapter 81 – Five Days Until The Full Moon

• At the palace, a different sort of gathering was taking place. As the skies remained illuminated by the aftermath of the Celestial Convergence, a small group of individuals had convened, their expressions ranging from determination to overwhelming sadness.
• King Martin of Calir stood at the forefront, his eyes fixed on the lingering luminance above. Beside him, Alexander's gaze was equally focused, his mind racing with the implications of the power that had been set into motion. Faye and Ultear, held each other as they surveyed the damage, sharing whispered exchanges about what had happened.
• Aylin the Guardian sat next to her friend, holding her lifeless body in her arms, humming and rocking her gently. Tears streaming down her face, she softly whispered to her, “You are free my friend. Free to play with the rabbits and the squirrels in the forest.” Brushing hair from her face, she pressed her forehead to Lyiad’s with the hope that she would feel a shred of warmth.