Chapter 17: Convergence of Destinies

Scene 1: The Dawn of a New Alliance

The morning light filtered through the cracks in the ancient stone walls, casting soft beams onto the group that has gathered. Cassian, Lira, Kael, and Lira’s brother, Dorian, sat in a circle, the air was thick with the pressure of their newfound alliance.

Cassian leaned forward, clasping his hands tightly. “If we’re going to stop the cult, we need to know everything about their plans. Dorian, you’ve been with them—what do you know?”

Dorian’s expression was grim as he recounted the cult’s goals. “They believe the power of the spire can reshape the world, bend it to their will. They’re planning a ritual that will harness this power.”

Kael frowned, her brow furrowing. “And this ritual—what exactly does it entail?”

Dorian hesitated before responding, his voice low. “It requires a sacrifice. A life to bind the power to their control.”