The children's cries echoed through the labyrinth, their voices weak and desperate but just as all hope seemed lost, a voice pierced the darkness.
"By the Light of Nyxoria, begone!" Regional Leader Elara shouted from the shadows. A blindingly bright light burst forth, striking the entity with incredible force. The entity stumbled, its darkness recoiling from the radiant beam.
Elara, a towering figure with silver hair and eyes aglow, charged forward. Her staff shimmered with ancient power, channeling the Light of Nyxoria.
The entity, caught off guard, reeled from the sudden attack. Its grip on the children's powers faltered, and their energies began to return slowly.
Sensing its advantage slipping, the entity let out a deafening screech.
"No... cannot be defeated... will flee..."
The entity's darkness began to dissipate, its form unraveling as it retreated from the labyrinth.
"It cannot be allowed to escape!" Elara warned. "Seal the exits, now!"
The other regional leaders and Cainam gods who came along with her swiftly responded, sealing the labyrinth's gates and preventing the entity's escape.
As the entity vanished into the shadows, the children's powers began to return. They stumbled, exhausted but alive.
Kaito looked up at Elara, gratitude in his eyes. "Thank you..."
Elara's expression softened. "You're welcome, young one."
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The hundreds of children, still reeling from their ordeal, stepped through the shimmering gates of Shinji Academy - the Heavenly Academy, revered training ground for Cainam gods.
As they entered, the academy's majestic architecture unfolded before them. Towering spires and sweeping arches seemed to defy gravity.
"Welcome, young ones," a gentle voice echoed through the halls.
The children followed the voice to the Grand Assembly Hall, where an ethereal glow enveloped them.
At the hall's center, a colossal eyeball floated, its iris shimmering with stardust. A beam of light danced around the pupil, radiating wisdom.
"I am the Almighty," the beam declared, its voice like celestial music. "Your trials have showcased your abilities. In this next phase, you will refine your skills, and I will assess your worthiness to join the ranks of the CAINAM GODS."
They all gazed in awe.
Elara, standing beside them, bowed respectfully. "Almighty, we bring these children, none of whom were chosen by the trials. However, they all suffered greatly while battling the entity. Their resilience and potential are worthy of recognition."
The Almighty's beam pulsed with intrigue. "Entity, you say? I sense an untold story. Share it with me, Elara."
Elara's expression turned solemn. "The entity, known as 'The Devourer,' threatened to consume their souls. These children, though unselected, demonstrated remarkable bravery and unity in its face."
The Almighty's beam grew brighter, illuminating the children. "Their trials may not have been formal, but their experiences have forged them nonetheless."
"Your training begins now," the Almighty declared. "Master your powers, and you shall forge a new destiny."
"However," the Almighty continued, "your training will not be easy. You must prove yourselves worthy of Shinji Academy."
Elara smiled. "I will choose suitable mentors. They will guide these young ones on their path to becoming Cainam gods."
The children's eyes sparkled with excitement.
"But first," Elara's expression turned solemn, "return home, bid farewell to your loved ones. The path of a Cainam god is fraught with peril; you may never return."
The children's gaze dropped.
"Remember, your families will always be in our care," Elara reassured them. "Shinji Academy will provide for them."
"Rest now," Elara's voice softened. "Tomorrow, your journey begins."
With heavy hearts and resolute spirits, the children departed Shinji Academy, bound for their final farewells.
As they vanished into the sunset, Elara's gaze lingered, her thoughts whispering:
"May the Light of Aethoria guide them."
~ A.y.
I'm sorry I didn't upload anything yesterday... I was quite busy with church and getting documents ready for school registration today 😭😭😭
Cuz of that I'm uploading two chapters today... Please don't forget to vote, follow and leave a comment 🙈🙈🙈🙈🤭🤭
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