Gabriel's mind reeled as he stared at his glowing eyes. He couldn't believe what was happening to him. The fragment's power was coursing through his veins, altering him in some fundamental way.
The Architect's smile grew wider. "You're beginning to understand the true nature of the Key," he said. "It's not just a tool, Gabriel. It's a key to unlocking the secrets of the universe. And with it, you can become something more."
Gabriel felt a surge of determination. He knew that he had to stop the Architect, no matter what it took. But as he looked at his glowing eyes, he couldn't help but wonder... was he still in control?
Lyra's hand was on the hilt of her sword, her eyes locked onto the Architect. "We won't let you use Gabriel for your own purposes," she said. "We'll stop you, no matter
