The people of the village were convinced—Luz was truly a light descendant.
They no longer doubted him.
Luz turned to the old man once more.
"Tell me more about Bin and Malakar."
The old man shook his head. "I've told you everything."
Luz frowned. He knew there was more to the story.
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Meanwhile, in the Dark Army's Camp…
Den and his army celebrated.
They had taken control of every city in Aetheris.
The dark forces had captured civilians, turning them into slaves.
Den stood before a statue of the God of Light and the God of Dark.
Smirking, he spoke to the God of Light's statue.
"Your descendant failed you."
Den laughed.
"He doesn't deserve the power you gave him."
He mocked Luz, enjoying his victory.
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Back to Luz…
The night was calm, and Luz's people were preparing to rest.
Luz, however, sat alone, deep in thought.
Munfa walked over.
"What's bothering you?"
Luz didn't answer.
Munfa crossed his arms. "I know there's more to this. What is it?"
Luz sighed. "I need to know… why Bin never became the Twilight God. And if we managed to defeat Malakar in the past… why couldn't Bin? There must be a secret behind it."
Munfa smirked. "Then find out."
Before leaving, he patted Luz's shoulder.
"You can do it."
Luz looked around.
His people were sleeping peacefully.
"I must protect this village," he whispered.
He clenched his fists.
Den will come here. I know it.
He would bring destruction with him.
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Meanwhile, in the Dark Army's Camp…
Matthew approached Den.
"Master, I discovered something."
Den raised an eyebrow. "Speak."
"There's a cave. It has a hidden passage leading to… somewhere."
"But it's protected by a strong seal."
Matthew adjusted his glasses.
"I believe only a citizen from that civilization can enter."
Den smirked. "Can you break it?"
Matthew grinned.
"I think I can."
Den's eyes gleamed with excitement.
"Then do it."
"Luz and his people are probably there…"
Den laughed.
"The hunt begins."
To be continued…