**HEAVENLY REALM**
In the endless expanse of the Heavenly Realm, the Moon Goddess sat high on her throne, bathed in a soft silvery light that emanated from the surrounding stars. Beside her stood her second-in-command, Elara, a wise and battle-worn sage with eyes that had seen countless ages of both peace and chaos.
The Moon Goddess gazed downward, her serene face shadowed by a hint of sorrow. "The fate of Aria weighs heavily upon me, Elara. She is bound by a destiny that none should have to face alone."
Elara inclined her head, her voice calm but with a sense of urgency. "There is no avoiding what lies ahead, Goddess. A darkness stirs, greater than any before, and only Aria has the strength to help Magnus conquer it. If she falls now, Magnus will be overwhelmed, and darkness will consume the realm of the mortals."
