Maverick's laughter echoed through the room, chilling them to the bone. "I see you've gathered quite the motley crew, Illya. Attempting to usurp me with these... misfits. Pathetic."
Ayame stepped forward, her eyes blazing with determination. "Your reign of terror is coming to an end, Maverick. We've freed the souls you've tormented and defeated your creatures. We'll defeat you too."
Maverick's voice dripped with mockery. "Such bravado. But do you really believe you can stop me? My powers are far beyond your comprehension."
As he spoke, the Timekeeper's body began to glow with an eerie, dark light.
The dark magic within it surged, and the team realized with horror that Maverick was activating a self-destruct mechanism.
"You've had your fun," Maverick continued, his tone filled with malice. "But now it's time for you to face the consequences."
Ayame, sensing the imminent danger, shouted, "Everyone, get back!"
