Sophia's eyes locked onto Arkeia, her heart pounding with anticipation. Kael's grip tightened around his sword, ready to strike.
Arkeia's smile grew wider. "You're so predictable, Sophia. You think you can defeat me? I've been awakened for centuries, gathering power."
Aria's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?"
Arkeia's laughter echoed through the temple. "I was once human, a powerful sorceress. But I made a pact with an ancient entity, trading my humanity for dark power."
Dr. Lee's eyes widened. "That's impossible. You're talking about demonic possession."
Arkeia's gaze turned cold. "I am the Shadow, and I will stop at nothing to claim this world."
Sophia's determination unwavering. "We won't let that happen. We'll defeat you, Arkeia."
Arkeia's smile grew wider. "We'll see about that. My true power is yet to be revealed."
As Arkeia raised her hands, the temple began to shake. The air thickened with dark energy.