The confrontation is intense and chaotic, with magical energy crackling in the air. The sorceress's laughter echoes, taunting them as her shadowy minions surge forward.
Emma channels her powers through the seashell, casting beams of radiant light that slice through the darkness. Jake fights beside her, his own magic blending with hers as they strike down wave after wave of shadow creatures.
Leo's artistic talents come to life as well, surprising even him. He conjures shapes from his own paintings, bringing them to life to defend the town. For a moment, the three of them work as a seamless team, their powers intertwined in a breathtaking display of color and strength.
But the sorceress is relentless. She hurls a dark bolt directly at Emma, and just as she braces herself for impact, Jake dives in front of her, taking the full force of the attack. He collapses to the ground, his body weak and lifeless.
"No!" Emma cries, rushing to his side. Panic floods her as she realizes the depths of her feelings for Jake. She holds his hand, her heart aching.
"Emma," he whispers weakly, his voice barely audible. "Don't give up… You're stronger than you think."
Summoning every ounce of strength she has, Emma rises. She feels the power of the seashell surge within her, fueled by her love for Jake and her loyalty to her friends and her world. With a determined scream, she unleashes a wave of pure, blinding light that engulfs the sorceress and her minions.
The darkness recoils, and with a final burst, the sorceress vanishes, defeated.