As Artemis's voice echoed within Karna's mind, a sudden clarity washed over him, cutting through the haze of conflicting emotions. The words reverberated within him, stirring a sense of purpose and determination.
"Mandodari..." Karna whispered, his voice filled with a newfound resolve. The memories of her selfless sacrifice and unconditional love flooded his mind, anchoring him in the present moment.
"Krishna, Make way."
With a nod of acknowledgment, Krishna stepped back, allowing Karna and the mysterious woman space to continue their interaction. He watched with a sense of anticipation, recognizing the significance of this pivotal moment.
Karna's gaze shifted between Artemis's voice echoing within him and the enigmatic woman beside him. The conflicting emotions that once consumed him now seemed to give way to a singular focus — the desire to save Mandodari.
Drawing upon the newfound clarity within him, Karna reached out, placing a hand on the mysterious woman's shoulder. "Thank you," he murmured, his voice filled with gratitude and determination.
The woman smiled softly, her eyes reflecting the depth of her understanding. "You carry the weight of many burdens, my love," she said, her voice gentle yet unwavering. "But know that you are not alone. Together, we can overcome any obstacle."
[Host you have to hurry otherwise...Mandodari will be lost forever.]
Karna nodded in response, a steely determination in his eyes. With a final glance towards Krishna, who offered a supportive nod, Karna turned his attention fully to the mysterious woman beside him.
"You should go inside for now,"
The mysterious woman nodded in understanding, her hand gently caressing Karna's cheek. "I will be with you, My love." Then she disappears inside the mind space.
As the mysterious woman disappeared into the mind space, Karna took a deep breath, centering himself on the task ahead. The conflicting energies that once roared within him now seemed to be hushed, allowing a newfound clarity to guide his actions.
"Let's save Mandodari," Karna spoke with determination, his voice carrying a sense of purpose that resonated through the throne room. He turned towards Krishna, acknowledging the support he had received.
"Hmm~ outside a whole army of Devas are waiting for us," Krishna said, a wry smile playing on his lips. "It seems like our conflict has drawn quite the audience."
"They can step back or die by my hands," Karna said as celestial golden wings unfolded from his back, their radiant glow illuminating the throne room. "But Mandodari's life is my priority."
Krishna nodded in agreement, his expression serious yet determined. "Then let us proceed with haste."
With a shared understanding, Karna and Krishna moved forward, their resolve unshaken by the looming threat outside the palace walls.
Outside the palace, the celestial army led by Indra watched with growing impatience, their divine weapons at the ready. The shimmering barrier erected by the clash of energies within the throne room remained steadfast, preventing any direct intervention.
Indra's eyes narrowed as he observed the barrier, his mind consumed by thoughts of vengeance against Karna. The prospect of finally defeating his long-standing adversary fueled his determination, overshadowing any concerns for the safety of those within the palace.
"We cannot wait any longer," Indra declared, his voice commanding authority among the celestial beings gathered around him. "Prepare to breach the barrier. Karna's time has run out."
The celestial army responded with a resounding chorus of agreement, their weapons gleaming with anticipation. With a unified purpose, they focused their energies on the barrier surrounding the palace, channeling their divine power to weaken its defenses.
"Step aside, Devraj." Karna's voice boomed through the throne room as he and Krishna approached the entrance. The clash of energies within had subsided, replaced by an air of determination that radiated from Karna.
Indra's eyes locked onto Karna, a mixture of anger and eagerness burning in his gaze. "Karna, your time for redemption has long passed. Prepare to face the consequences of your actions."
As Karna and Krishna reached the entrance, the shimmering barrier responded to Krishna's command. It began to retract, revealing the throne room to the outside world. The celestial army, led by Indra, poised themselves for the impending confrontation.
"Just don't hit too much, they might break," Krishna said with amusement and a playful smile, gesturing to the delicate decorations in the throne room. Karna responded with a determined nod, his focus unwavering.
As the barrier dissipated, the intense energies that had been contained within the palace began to seep out, creating a visible distortion in the air. The celestial army braced themselves, ready for the confrontation that awaited them.
Indra, at the forefront of the celestial beings, raised his divine weapon, a bolt of lightning crackling along its length. "Karna, your fate is sealed."
Karna took a step forward, his golden wings spreading wide, casting a radiant glow around him. "I care not for my fate, Indra. My only concern is to save Mandodari."
With those words, the clash between the forces within the palace and the celestial army outside seemed inevitable. The air was charged with tension as both sides prepared for the impending battle.
Vijaya Dhanush materialized itself in the hand of Karna, its ethereal glow adding to the intensity of the moment. The divine bow, a symbol of Karna's unparalleled skill and power, seemed to hum with anticipation. Krishna, standing beside Karna, exuded an aura of calm readiness.
Indra, undeterred by Karna's words, raised his divine weapon higher, the lightning dancing along its length intensifying. "Your sentiments won't save you, Karna. Prepare for the judgment of the heavens."
"Get ready to face my Vajra's might," Indra said as he threw his divine weapon, the Vajra, towards Karna with tremendous force. The weapon moved like a streak of lightning, aiming to pierce through Karna's defenses.
Karna, however, remained composed. With a swift movement, he raised Vijaya Dhanush and released a cascade of arrows imbued with divine energy. The arrows intercepted the oncoming Vajra, creating a dazzling display of light and power as the two forces collided mid-air.
The clash between Karna's divine arrows and Indra's Vajra sent shockwaves through the surroundings, causing the very fabric of reality to tremble. The celestial army, witnessing the exchange, braced themselves for the impending battle.
"These feeble arrows can't withstand the might of my Vajra," Indra proclaimed confidently as he infused more divine power into his weapon, seeking to overpower Karna's defense.
"But this can, Bhargavastra!!!"
As Indra's Vajra continued its relentless advance, Karna's eyes gleamed with determination. With a swift motion, he invoked the formidable power of the Bhargavastra, a celestial weapon of unparalleled strength. The air crackled with energy as Karna released the Bhargavastra, a radiant arrow that soared through the air with astonishing speed.
The celestial army watched in awe as the Bhargavastra intercepted Indra's Vajra, creating a dazzling explosion of divine energy.
The clash between the two mighty weapons sent shockwaves rippling through the surroundings, causing the celestial beings to stagger under the force of the impact.
The throne room's entrance became the epicenter of a celestial showdown, with Karna and Indra locked in a contest of divine might. The clash of energies reverberated through the palace, and the citizens outside, still shielded by the azure dome, could feel the intensity of the confrontation.
Krishna, standing beside Karna, observed the exchange with a serene demeanor. He knew that the outcome of this battle could reshape the fate of Bharatavarsha.
"I WILL KILL YOU KARNA!!!" The resounding declaration echoed through the throne room as Indra, fueled by rage and a thirst for vengeance, intensified his assault. Bolstered by the celestial army's support, he channeled divine energy into his weapon, determined to overcome Karna's defenses.
Karna, his golden wings outspread, met Indra's relentless attack with unyielding resolve. The clash of their celestial weapons created a dazzling display of light and power, each strike sending shockwaves through the throne room. The intricate decorations within trembled under the force of the celestial battle.
As the confrontation escalated, Karna's thoughts remained steadfast on his mission to save Mandodari. The mysterious woman's presence within his mind space and Artemis's words continued to guide him, offering clarity amidst the chaos.
"FACE MY WRATH, VASAVI SHAKTI!!"
Indra, consumed by his desire for vengeance, unleashed his most potent weapon – the Vasavi Shakti. The divine spear, charged with the power to kill any living being, materialized in his hands. Its radiance illuminated the throne room as Indra prepared to unleash its devastating force upon Karna.
"That's it then, You started it," Karna said calmly, his voice carrying a hint of resignation. Despite the impending danger, his focus remained unwavering as he prepared to face Indra's ultimate attack.
With a swift motion, Karna raised Vijaya Dhanush, his divine bow, channeling his own formidable power into the weapon. The golden glow of the bow intensified as he summoned his inner strength, ready to meet the Vasavi Shakti head-on.
Sacred mantras to invoke Pashupatastra resounded in the air as Karna channeled the ancient and powerful weapon. The intense energy surrounding him transformed into the divine Pashupatastra, a celestial force capable of countering even the mighty Vasavi Shakti.
The throne room, already filled with the clash of celestial energies, now brimmed with an even greater intensity as the two formidable weapons neared activation.
"Your wrath shall meet its match, Indra," Karna declared, his eyes gleaming with determination. The divine bow, Vijaya Dhanush, now held the radiant power of the Pashupatastra, ready to intercept the impending strike.