The void was still as the primal sound of the Abyss's anguish echoed away into silence, marking a significant victory yet underscoring the gravity of their next steps.
In this stark expanse, Khaalseru, Ava, and Miphine, alongside Lassim and his elemental companions Mari and Zaphy, stood in contemplation over the now-removed shard.
Khaalseru let out a long, relieved sigh, the tension visibly leaving her form. "Finally," she declared, her voice loud in the void, "that pestilent splinter is out. Thanks to you all, especially you, Lassim. You've got quite the knack for stirring up divine intervention."
Ava smiled warmly at Lassim, "Your courage brought us here, Lassim. You have performed even greater than expected. We believed you'd take a considerable time longer to help Khaalseru."
