Battle of the Academies [Finale] [1]

  "Artanos, you seem to be in a grand mood."

  "Lixbin. You're right, I'm in a great mood. Can you imagine the look on his face as our plan comes to fruition?"

  "Yes I can," out in the distance before the gods grow a rugged landscape of sharp mountains and cliffs. With the heavy moistured air, the impending sense of dread, and the occasional gust, Lixbin and Artanos paused. Cracks echoed behind; the remnants of the battle-scarred fortress breathed its last breath. The latter, a resounding thud from the fallen main pillar.