Chapter 52: Chapter 8: A Glimpse of Enigmatic Puzzle
Starfania blinked rapidly. Her surroundings slowly came into focus. The ethereal glow of the jewel dimmed, leaving behind a subtle shimmer on its surface. Her breathing was uneven, as if she'd been running for miles, yet she hadn't moved an inch. The overwhelming energy from moments ago had vanished, replaced by an eerie stillness. As she now clutched the necklace that adorned her neck, taking a small breath. Aeron's voice broke through her haze, filled with concern. " Starfania! What on earth just happened? "
He stepped closer, his tone steady, but was still freaking out about what just happened. His forest eyes searching hers, trying to understand what they just witnessed.
While Violet remained transfixed, her small hand clasped together as she stared at the sword with wide eyes.
" It's so… beautiful, " she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. As she got a bit closer to Starfania with Aeron following behind her. Starfania shook her head as if still trying to dispel the remnants of the trance.
" I… I don't know how to explain it, " she said, her voice trembling slightly. " It was like… I was somewhere else entirely. There was a voice- no, a presence- that spoke to me. It said the Dragon Savior has returned to Avalon to save this world from the shadow. "
Aeron crossed his arms, his expression skeptical but intrigued.
" Dragon Savior? " he said. " And this ' presence '- did it mention why it decided to speak through you? "
She shook her head, struggling to find the right words. "No, it didn't explain itself. It was just… there. It felt ancient, like it had seen countless ages pass by. I could feel its power, but it wasn't threatening. It was more like a gentle guidance, urging me to understand my role. "
Aeron leaned in closer, curiosity piqued. "So, what does it want from you? What does it mean to be the Dragon Savior? "
"I wish I knew," she replied, running a hand through her hair, frustration etched on her face. "But it felt important. Like this moment… this connection… could change everything. "
"What if this is more than just a dream? What if I really am meant to do something? " Aeron remained silent for a moment, weighing her words.
"You really believe this presence chose you? " he asked, his tone softening.