Chapter 128: Ascendancy Arrives

The raw emotion emanating from Lizaaria's outburst seemed to ripple through the air, carrying with it the weight of centuries of pent-up pain and resentment. Every word she yelled was underscored by a hint of betrayal and the bitterness of a love once lost.

"You speak of unity," she shouted at Lysion, her voice breaking with the strain of her fury. "You, who turned away when I needed you most, fled to the safety of your crystalline cocoon while I faced oblivion!"

Caden remained vigilant, his enhanced state allowing him to perceive every minute change in the energy around him. The tension was palpable, and he felt a profound sadness for the tragedy that had separated Lysion and Lizaaria all those millennia ago. Still, her actions now posed a threat to everyone present.