Rae's eyes locked onto Elara. "What artifact?"Elara hesitated, glancing around the tunnel. "The Starlight Crystal. Hidden within the castle's ancient heart."Prince Cyrus's brow furrowed. "How do we find it?"Elara handed Rae a parchment with cryptic symbols. "Decipher this. The path reveals itself."Rae studied the symbols, her magic stirring. The markings shifted, revealing a hidden map."Lead the way," Prince Cyrus said, his sword at the ready.As they navigated the winding tunnels, Rae sensed the crystal's power. Suddenly, a stone door swung open, revealing a chamber filled with ancient relics.In the center, on a pedestal, lay the Starlight Crystal.But they weren't alone.A figure emerged from the shadows – the Shadow King."You fools," he sneered. "The prophecy will be fulfilled."Rae stood tall, magic coursing through her veins. "Not if we stop you."The battle for the Starlight Crystal had begun.Rae, Prince Cyrus, and Elara stood frozen, facing the Shadow King."You'll never claim the Starlight Crystal," Rae declared.The Shadow King sneered. "You're no match for me."Prince Cyrus charged forward, sword flashing.As the battle raged, Elara whispered to Rae, "Cyrus knows more than he's letting on."Rae's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?""Cyrus's mother, Queen Lirien, was best friends with your mother, Arina."Rae's world tilted. "That's impossible."Elara's expression softened. "They shared secrets, Rae. Secrets about the prophecy."Rae's gaze locked onto Prince Cyrus, who fought with precision."Cyrus!" Rae called out.He turned, eyes meeting hers."You knew," Rae accused, anger rising.Prince Cyrus's expression faltered."Your mother and mine... they planned this," he admitted.Rae felt betrayed. "You used me."Prince Cyrus stepped closer. "No, Rae. I protected you."Rae's magic surged, fueled by anger and hurt."Get away from me," she warned.Prince Cyrus's eyes pleaded for understanding.But Rae's trust was shattered.