The confrontation between Avery and the dark figure sent shockwaves around the Blackthorn campus. College students and staff alike were in wonder as cosmic energy illuminated the sky. Avery felt power pouring through her veins, exhilarating and horrifying all at once.
As the battle continued, Lyra and the others formed a protective circle around Avery, fending off shadowy creatures that emerged from the vortex. Lucas fought with intense resolve, his gaze never leaving Avery as she struggled with her newfound abilities.
With a final, dazzling flash of strength, Avery forced the dark figure to return through the portal. The vortex imploded with a thundering crash, leaving an unsettling silence in its path.
Avery, panting, looked to her friends. "Is each person k?"
They nodded, frightened but uninjured. Lucas hurried to her side and drew her into a close embrace.
"That turned into exquisite," he muttered. "Are you all right?"
