Ace and Yua stood amidst the shattered remnants of the rune, their victory over the malevolent artifact echoing in the chamber. Yet, the mystery remained unsolved - where had the amulet's creator disappeared to, and what were their true intentions? Each shard represented a hint of the creators location and power. As Ace, the Demon King, and Yua found themselves in the heart of the demon realm, a place where malevolence thrived. The shards of the shattered Rune of Eldertide glimmered ominously, each harboring a piece of the creator's dark design. Ace's eyes narrowed, his demonic aura swirling with intrigue. "Yua, we've come a long way, but this is where we go our different ways,, find the answers we seek. The creator of this Rune must be near. And I can't afford you getting hurt, I will send you somewhere you can happily live without getting hurt or ever suffering again, no one evil will find you there, it was nice meeting you." Yua replies with "NO!!! IM NOT LEAVING YOUR SIDE!" Ace quickly acts and teleports Yua to a place where she won't be hurted by others or be hunted by anyone. Memories of his time with Yua flooded his thoughts, their shared struggles and victories. He couldn't help but feel a profound loneliness as he ventured further into the malevolent domain. Ace muttered to himself, his voice filled with murderous intent and a hint of darkness, "I won't give up until I make this world my own again. I will not stop until I kill every single one who opposes me." As he pushed forward, the shadows of the demon realm seemed to grow darker, the malevolence intensifying. The shards of the shattered Rune whispered secrets of the creator's evil intentions. Ace knew that he was the only one who could stop this malevolent force and reclaim the stolen power for the sake of his world. With each step, Ace's resolve deepened. He would confront the creator, unveil the true purpose of the Rune, and put an end to its power-stealing capabilities. The path ahead was fraught with danger, but he was determined to face it alone, for Yua's safety and the world's future depended on his unwavering determination. As Ace delved deeper into the treacherous heart of the demon realm, his determination burned like an unquenchable fire. The shards of the shattered Rune of Eldertide continued to whisper their ominous secrets. His quest to find the creator and thwart his evil designs had never felt more urgent. Amidst the shadows and malevolence, Ace stumbled upon a secluded chamber bathed in an eerie, otherworldly light. There, he encountered an unexpected presence—a mysterious figure cloaked in darkness. The figure's voice was low and enigmatic. "Ace, the Demon King, your pursuit of the Rune's creator has not gone unnoticed. I am a wanderer of these realms, and I too seek answers." Ace regarded the newcomer with a mix of curiosity and suspicion. "Who are you? What do you want?" The figure stepped into the light, revealing a face obscured by a hood. "I am Zara Serotious, a wanderer of dimensions and a seeker of truths. I sensed the turmoil in this realm and followed its call. I believe our paths are intertwined." Ace's demonic aura flickered with intrigue. He had always been cautious about alliances, but there was something about Zara's presence that felt different. "Why should I trust you?" Zara's voice held a note of sincerity. "Because we share a common goal, Ace. The creator of the Rune poses a threat to all dimensions, and together, we can uncover the truth and stop him." Ace considered Zara's words carefully. The allure of a companion who shared his quest was undeniable. "Very well, Zara. But know this, I will not hesitate to eliminate anyone who betrays me or threatens my world." Zara nodded in agreement. "I understand, Ace. Together, we shall confront the creator, unveil his intentions, and restore balance to our worlds." As they ventured deeper into the demon realm, Ace and Zara's alliance blossomed. They faced new challenges and demonic foes, their skills complementing each other in battle. With Zara's knowledge of dimensional magic and Ace's sheer power, they became a formidable duo. With the fate of their worlds hanging in the balance, Ace, the Demon King, and Zara, the mysterious wanderer, embarked on a perilous journey to unmask the creator's dark intentions. The demon realm trembled at the prospect of these two unlikely comrades, united by a common purpose and a shared determination to rewrite the destiny of their realms. Ace and Zara's journey through the demon realm was fraught with peril and discovery. As they ventured deeper, the very fabric of the realm seemed to resist their presence, as if it recognized the danger they posed to its malevolent order. Ace's demonic powers and Zara's mastery of dimensional magic continued to prove invaluable. They navigated through shifting landscapes and vanquished demonic guardians, their bond strengthening with each battle won. During a moment of respite, Zara shared some insights. "Ace, the shards of the Rune contain echoes of the creator's intentions. We must collect more to piece together the puzzle." Ace says in his head "I wish I would of collected the shards before they vanished from my sight, big mistake from me *sigh*" Ace nodded, his gaze unwavering. "We'll gather every shard we find. It's the only way to stop this menace." Their relentless pursuit eventually led them to a desolate abyss, a place where the darkness seemed absolute. Here, they encountered a colossal, shadowy entity—a guardian of the abyss. The entity's voice boomed like thunder. "Intruders, you dare to trespass in my domain?" Ace and Zara readied themselves for battle. With a combined effort, they engaged the guardian in a fierce struggle. The battle was fierce, and the entity unleashed torrents of dark energy, testing their resolve. Ace's voice was unwavering. "We won't be defeated by your darkness, if anyone here will get hurt, its gonna be you buddy." Zara's dimensional magic wove intricate patterns, countering the entity's attacks. "Together, Ace, we can overcome this" In the climax of the battle, they unleashed a devastating combination of their powers, shattering the guardian's form and revealing a shard of the Rune hidden within. This shard was different, pulsating with a dark energy that sent shivers down their spines. Ace's voice was filled with uncertainty. "This shard... it's different. More powerful and malevolent than the others." Zara examined it carefully. "This is a piece of the Rune's core, Ace. It holds the darkest secrets of the creator's intentions. We must be cautious." With the shard in their possession, Ace and Zara pressed onward, knowing that they were drawing closer to the creator's lair. The echoes of darkness reverberated through the demon realm, guiding their path and fueling their determination. Their alliance, born from necessity, had become a steadfast friendship. Together, they would confront the creator, unveil the darkest of intentions, and strive to rewrite the fate of their realms. As Ace and Zara continued their perilous journey, their shared purpose forged a bond stronger than any malevolence that dared stand in their way.