The team struggled, each member lost in their personal nightmare. The illusions were unrelenting, feeding on their vulnerabilities and driving wedges between them.
Aiden clenched his fists, his breath ragged as he forced himself to focus. He remembered Nexus's words: The Trial of Unity is not just about strength; it's about trust.
"Dren! Myne!" Aiden shouted, his voice cutting through the chaos. "These aren't real! Focus on each other, not the lies!"
His voice reached Myne first. She gasped, her shadow prison dissolving as she turned her focus outward. She saw Aiden, his figure flickering in the chaos, but his determination unwavering.
"Myne!" Aiden called again. "You're the only one who can control the shadows here. Use them!"
She hesitated for only a moment before summoning her willpower. The shadows around her bent to her command, forming a protective barrier that cut through the illusions.
