FULL NOVELXO Chapter Shrouded Revelations
In the aftermath of the cataclysmic events in Ebonvale, Master Gaza, visibly fatigued from the relentless battle, found herself confronting demons showing no signs of relenting. Desperation tinged her voice as she called out, “We must go now, Rosche!”
Despite Rosche's reluctance to leave her mother behind, Elara, with determined strength, pushed her away. Eamon, equally resolute, seized control, dragging Rosche and Geran toward the portal conjured by Master Gaza. Urgently, she guided them through the shimmering gateway, their voices echoing as they screamed their mother’s name. The vortex of magic enveloped them, and in an instant, they were transported away from the ravaged village of Ebonvale.
Meanwhile, Rosche’s mother was left alone to confront the horde of demons. In the face of impending danger, she knew swift action was necessary. Braving the heavy weight of her heart, she rushed into their home, acknowledging the sacrifice she was about to make.
Within the house, she accessed a concealed compartment filled with explosive bombs, an emergency cache prepared for dire circumstances. With a determined wave, she lured the demons toward her, diverting their attention away from her children and the others.
Calling out to the demons with a clear and commanding voice, she enticed them to follow her. The collective roar of the approaching horde resonated through Ebonvale, a deafening cacophony signaling the impending chaos.
As Rosche, Eamon, and Geran emerged from the portal to safety, a distant and thunderous explosion rocked the village. The very ground beneath their feet trembled with the force of the detonation, and flames erupted into the sky, visible even from their new location.
The sacrifices made in Ebonvale were not in vain. The demons, drawn into the heart of the inferno, were engulfed by the explosive force. The village, once under siege, was now consumed by flames, the demons vanquished, and Rosche’s mother had given her life to ensure the survival of her children and their companions.
-Southern Isle, Forlorn Hollowstead-
In an abandoned place, tension thickened as Master Gaza, Eamon, Geran, and Rosche sought temporary refuge. Master Gaza assured them of temporary safety, her voice bearing weariness. Eamon, observing Rosche lost in thought, recognized the need for sustenance and decided to find food, mindful of the dangerous surroundings. Master Gaza, concerned about their safety, accompanied him.
Left alone, Geran and Rosche grappled with the weight of the recent revelations. Rosche, coming to terms with her newfound identity, confided in Geran about the revelation and the guilt she felt. Geran, understanding the circumstances, comforted her, explaining the reasons for keeping the truth hidden. As they shared a moment, demons, drawn by the aftermath of the battle, discovered them. The siblings stood together, ready to face the approaching threat.
During the encounter, a demon targeted the weakened Geran, and Rosche rushed to his defense. In the face of imminent danger, an extraordinary surge of energy emanated from Rosche. The unleashed power disintegrated the demons, leaving Geran astonished by the display of magic. Unbeknownst to them, the dark entity that had terrorized Arantle sensed Rosche’s untapped potential, setting the stage for a new and perilous chapter in their journey.