CHAPTER 028.
Author: Emkay writes
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Fueled by Determination

A form, a shadowy figure, its shape shifting and indistinct.

“Young Lord Clyde,” it intoned, its voice resonating like thunder. “Why do you seek the Flame?”

Clyde paused, his heartbeat thundering in his chest. He could lie, but the creature would know. He closed his eyes, searching within himself for the truth.

Danielle watched him with faith.

“I seek the Flame to protect the Empire,” he said finally. “Not for power or glory, but to honor those who came before me and to safeguard those who will come after.”

The shadow studied him for a long moment before stepping aside. “Your path is clear. But your final trial awaits.”

*

The Vault was a massive chamber bathed in flickering red light. At its center, atop a pedestal surrounded by spiraling flames, rested the Ardent Flame itself.

Clyde approached cautiously, the heat searing his skin even from a distance.

As he reached out to grasp the Flame, a voice echoed around him.

“This power can save your Empire, but it can
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