Lucius stopped for a moment, turning to face it. "But I don't need you anymore," he said coldly.
Without a second thought, he continued toward his left-hand reflection, stepping straight into the mirror.
The instant he crossed through, an invisible force slammed into him, sending him hurtling backward.
[Congratulations: You have survived the trials, aspirant. By luck, you are now an Ascendant]
He let out a cry as his body crashed violently against the wall.
Everything went black as he lost consciousness.
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Wham!
The loud crash echoed through the Etherium Gateway Chamber, drawing the immediate attention of the workers nearby.
Startled, many of them rushed in, only to stop in shock at the sight before them—a young boy slumped against the wall, his head hanging low, shoulders limp.
All eyes turned toward the Ethergate, just as it slammed shut with a resounding finality.
