Panting and covered in sweat, I approached the pulsating mass of corruption within the crystal formation. With a surge of determination and willpower, I reached out, and muscles tore free from my hand and latching on to the dark pulsating mass. As they started to drink it in, I felt a wave of darkness wash over me. However, I refused to let it consume me. Channeling all my strength and focus, I drew upon the powers of unity and love that had driven me thus far.
With one final, desperate effort, I wrenched the corruption free from the crystal formation, feeling it disintegrate into nothingness under the force of my resolve.
As I stood in the now-peaceful cavern, catching my breath and my muscles retracting in, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief – not just for myself but for Falara and all those who would benefit from her freedom. My darkness also got a good top-up that should help me in the fights with the Verse to come.
