Chapter 229

It didn't take long before Onyx led Rey and his companions to the room. He halted, raised his palm, gathered great energy, and pushed it into a hole in the wall. The wall made a creaking sound and slid open automatically.

“Welcome to the enlightened chamber,” Onyx said, grinning. “This is where we will enlighten you concerning your power and how to harness it, including everything you need to know about the empires.”

Ariel stepped forward and said, “We truly appreciate your efforts, but we don't have much time. We need to get to the witch camp before night falls.”

“We understand your hesitation, scarlet witch,” Ajax replied, coming forward with Berix beside him. “But what you don't understand is that unless you unlock the full potency of your power, you will fail again.”

Ajax paused his speech, and Berix continued, “This time it won't be the death of your loved one only; it will be the end of the world.”

“The last time I checked,” On