The sky hung ominously dark, resembling evening even though it was daytime. Lightning struck repeatedly, illuminating the tension in the air. Astral's menacing growls echoed through Howling Peak, sending shivers down the spines of the spectators. The chains binding her strained against her furious struggle, and even the mountain creatures sought shelter, sensing the impending storm of her wrath.
Chandria stood among the onlookers, her heart heavy with conflicting emotions. On one hand, she yearned for retribution, knowing the pain Astral had caused in the past. On the other, a part of her hesitated, questioning the necessity of such a harsh punishment. Yet, she understood that justice had to be served, no matter how late.
Thorne, holding his hammer aloft, summoned a surge of power from t
