The meeting had hardened Gabriel, Ethan, Lydia, and Amarus' determination as they stood amid the temple ruins. This was, they understood, the start of the endgame. Stakes had never been greater since Ava betrayed her and Malachai rose to prominence.
Gabriel looked to his buddies, his voice firm in the middle of the chaos. This cannot overcome us. Malachai is stronger than before, but we also understand his frailty."
Ethan was determined; it burned in his eyes. "We must totally grasp the power of the artifact. You can yet turn it against him."
Lydia gave a nod, resolution and dread mixed together. "That secret chamber Amarus spoke of has to be found. We have no other hope."
A grim-faced Amarus moved forward. "The real strength of the relic is supposed to be found in the secret chamber.
