A chilling silence settled over the mountain.
No one spoke.
No one moved.
Selene's words echoed through the broken Hall of Kings like a prophecy carved into stone.
"There are seven worlds..."
"...and the barrier protecting them is breaking."
The celebration vanished instantly.
Only moments ago, hope had filled every heart.
Now...
Uncertainty returned.
Kael stepped forward, positioning himself protectively beside Aria.
His golden eyes never left the mysterious young woman.
"If you're lying..."
"My Queen deserves the truth."
Selene met his gaze without fear.
"I know."
"That's why I came."
She slowly extended the crystal in her hands.
Inside it, the tiny silver flame danced gently.
The moment Aria stepped closer...
The flame burned brighter.
The Moonstone Crown answered i
