A Battle Beyond Time

Amelia stood in the center of the room, her trembling hands clutching her staff as she struggled to channel a stronger magic that could break the high-tier curses Vorx had placed upon us. Her first attempt, [Holy Light], had failed—it wasn't enough to dispel the [Cursed of Seal] and [Cursed of Agony] that shackled us. These curses were no ordinary spells; they seeped into our very souls, threatening to shatter both body and will.

"I need more time," Amelia said, her voice heavy with determination. "I'll prepare something stronger, but you must hold her off until I'm ready. If I fail…" Her voice trailed off, but the gravity of her words hung in the air like a storm cloud.

I turned to Marius, Julius, and Termina, my voice firm. "Protect Amelia at all costs. She's our only chance to end this."

Just as Amelia began chanting her spell, her voice rang out, sharp and urgent. "Naoki! Listen to me!"