As Reno's consciousness slowly returned to his physical body, having been pulled from the ethereal embrace of the Spirit Realm, he instinctively glanced down to inspect the Dragon Mark etched upon his chest.
What once appeared as a delicate white four-pointed star tattoo, neatly contained within its initial form, now burst forth with vibrant energy, expanding dynamically across his entire chest.
The intricate patterns crawled and twined, gracefully weaving their way up towards his shoulders and along his back, creating a breathtaking tapestry of shimmering ice-blue hues that glistened under the ambient light.
His heart raced as he looked up, meeting the gaze of Ardiel. His younger brother's eyes held a mix of admiration and approval, and after a brief moment of connection, Ardiel nodded, affirming the bond that had just been forged.
