As the last remnants of the Kolium Crystal disappeared into Elise's mouth, a profound change began to take place.
Once a vibrant shade, her hair turned a ghostly grey, thinning drastically until most of it was lost.
Her teeth morphed into jagged, pointy shapes, reminiscent of a predator's fangs. Her hands elongated, her fingers stretched into unnatural lengths, and her nails hardened and sharpened like claws.
With each passing second, Elise grew taller, her stature becoming imposing and otherworldly.
This transformation was more than a simple reaction to the crystal; it was the culmination of a dark legacy, a secret buried deep within the Silverwood family.
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Before Elise was born many years ago, Kinisha Silverwood once struck a deal with a being not originally from Earth.
It was a straightforward deal - do something in return for great power, and that power comes at a great price.
