A colossal blue crystal loomed before them, filling the vast expanse with its majestic presence. Its contours seamlessly merged with the curves of its surroundings, a perfect match. Unlike the previous dust and glitter that emitted a pure, white radiance, this crystal exuded an intense darkness, akin to pitch-black ink.
"Remain in your positions, students!" the collective voice of the white-robed figures resounded, sending shivers down the spines of the panic-stricken students who stood transfixed, their gazes fixed upon the enigmatic figures.
Meanwhile, Desmond's curiosity piqued as he observed the towering structure of the black crystal. Casting a glance around, he noticed that most of his fellow students stood petrified, their feet rooted to the ground like statues frozen in time.
