We stood before the entrance to the heavens, the four artifacts held tightly in our hands. We had done it. We had actually done it.
Ariana turned to me, a smile on her face. We did it, she said. We really did it.
I smiled back, feeling a sense of pride and accomplishment. Yes, we did, I said. Now let's go face the gods and free you from your curse.
Ariana nodded, and we stepped through the entrance. The heavens were even more beautiful than I had imagined, with clouds that shone like gold and skies that glittered like diamonds.
We walked through the heavens, and soon we came to the great throne room of the gods. The gods sat on their thrones, looking down at us with stern expressions.
So, you have come