Chapter 196 Echoes In The Past

• The aftermath of the trial left Ariella breathless, her chest rising and falling as she struggled to regain her composure. The air in the chapel was thick with the remnants of her power, a palpable energy that seemed to hum with life. It was as if the very walls were reverberating with the echoes of her victory.
• Kael was at her side, his expression unreadable, but his hand resting lightly on her shoulder, as if offering silent support. His usual confident demeanor was replaced with a quiet respect, and Ariella couldn’t help but feel a small sense of pride. She had faced the trial alone, but she wasn’t alone now.
• Eryndor stood a few paces away, his eyes still glowing with the energy of the trial. He was silent for a long moment, as if weighing something in his mind. Finally, he spoke, his voice low and measured.