Chapter 15 The Abyss Beckons

The aftermath of the battle left the group battered, both physically and emotionally. The chamber’s oppressive silence was broken only by the crackling of residual energy lingering in the air. Alex stood at the center, his hands trembling as the last flickers of hellfire faded from his fingertips. “He’s gone,” Mara whispered, her voice uncertain as she stepped closer to Alex. “But… is it over? ”