Hina, Aria, and the guardian journeyed through the ancient ruins, seeking a way to stop Irfan. The guardian explained that Irfan's mixed heritage made him uniquely powerful.
"Irfan is half-Kraelion, half-human," the guardian said. "His human side gives him an emotional depth, while his Kraelion side grants him incredible abilities."
Aria's eyes sparkled with curiosity. "What kind of abilities?"
The guardian's expression turned serious. "Irfan can harness the energy of the artifact, channeling it into devastating attacks. He can also manipulate the fabric of space-time, creating portals and distortions."
Hina's mind reeled. "That's incredible. But why didn't he tell me?"
The guardian's gaze locked onto Hina. "Irfan's past is marked by pain and loss. He feared rejection and hid his true nature, even from you."
As they approached the heart of the ruins, Irfan's voice boomed, echoing off the walls. "You shouldn't have come here!"
Hina stepped forward, her heart pounding. "Irfan, stop this. You're not a monster."
Irfan's eyes flashed with anger, his Kraelion heritage evident in his glowing red irises. "You don't understand, Hina. I'm doing this to protect our universe."
With a wave of his hand, Irfan unleashed a blast of energy, sending Hina and her allies flying. As they struggled to get back to their feet, Irfan activated the artifact, its power coursing through him.
"Irfan, no!" Hina screamed, but he was beyond reason.
The artifact's energy surged, creating a rift in space-time. Irfan stepped through the portal, disappearing into the unknown.
Hina's heart shattered. She had lost him, and possibly the universe.
But she refused to give up. With newfound determination, Hina rallied her allies, vowing to stop Irfan and save the universe from destruction.