As Michael shattered the horde of hell walkers with his meteorite spell, the castle loomed suddenly closer, its ominous silhouette rising against the dark sky. With a strong grab, Michael scooped up Gaya, and they leapt into the air, soaring towards the castle with the wind howling around them.
Landing with a muted thud at the gates of the castle, Michael's eyes scanned the foreboding structure. Gaya's breath hitched at the sight of the massive black stone walls and iron gates twisted into demonic sneers.
"Holy shit, is that the welcoming committee?" Gaya muttered under her breath as she glimpsed the courtyard filled with bizarre creatures moving in the shadows.