Swiftly, Katherine opened a portal, and they stepped through it, reappearing at Leimpia, back at the mountain's base.
However, as soon as they emerged, the portal unleashed a sudden surge of energy, transforming into a brilliant, sprawling white light that pierced the sky.
"What in the world...?" River trailed off, awestruck.
"A permanent gateway to the realm," Katherine explained, beaming with pride.
The brilliant light danced in their eyes, and Sage smiled, captivated by Cyrus's gaze, filled with wonder and adoration, as if beholding a long-lost treasure. She could feel his relief... his admiration...
"Shall we head back to the mansion?" he asked, his hand wrapping gently around hers.
The group's focus then shifted to the starry night sky.
Sage's eyes dilated in shock, her heart skipping a painful beat. "W-what's happening?" she stammered, her voice trembling.
