Book Three – Chapter 4
The Light That Cannot Be Broken
A golden leaf shimmered among the branches of the First Tree.
It glowed brighter than all the others, carrying the spirit of Asterion.
The Garden of Origins fell silent.
Even the shadow creatures paused.
The Void King stared at the new leaf in disbelief.
"No..."
His voice trembled.
"That is impossible."
The First Guardian rose slowly to her feet.
Though tears still marked her face, there was peace in her eyes.
"It is possible."
"He made his final choice."
The golden leaf released a warm light that spread through the branches of the First Tree.
Where the light touched blackened leaves, they slowly regained their silver glow.
The Garden breathed again.
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The Void King roared.
The sound shook the heavens.
"You think
