Chapter 98: Reflections of Regret

Tavian's voice broke through the tension, his words a steady anchor in the midst of uncertainty. "We face our fears not to succumb to them, but to conquer them. That's the only way to progress."

Step by step, they moved forward, their unity and determination gradually overpowering the labyrinth's tricks. The shadows continued to whisper, but their voices grew weaker, their taunts losing their edge.

As they reached a junction in the labyrinth, the shadows seemed to recede entirely, leaving them in a corridor bathed in the gentle glow of the enigma's light. Maya let out a breath she hadn't realized she'd been holding, a sense of relief washing over her.

Xavier's enigmatic gaze met hers, a silent acknowledgment of their shared victory over the labyrinth's illusions. "We're stronger together," he said softly, his voice carrying a note of assurance.