Chapter 32. Stone of Faith

AT THE MYSTERIOUS CAVE

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However, when she stepped outside of the time-looping space, beyond the room's barrier, her senses quickly alerted her to something ominous ahead. Her eyes narrowed. What was inside this rock wall? She walked closer, her feet crunching on small stones, the sound amplifying the tension. Her breathing became uneven as an inexplicable force raced her heart. What was happening? Why was she feeling so uncomfortable?

Summoning the power of her abyssal sword, she advanced, but as she neared the rock wall, the sword's fire began to dim, its color blurring. "What is happening?" she whispered, alarmed.

The flames around her sword flickered and faded. Then she heard footsteps stop in front of her. "Phoenix," a man's voice called out happily.