They finally reached the Valley of Fate.
A glowing stone stood at its center.
When Lyra touched it, everything came back.
"I remember…" she whispered.
She turned to Arin, tears in her eyes.
"I was sent to steal your destiny."
Arin froze. "What?"
"I was created by the king's magic… to take your place. You were meant to become the greatest guardian. But the king feared you."
Her voice broke.
"So he sent me… to erase you from destiny."
Arin felt his world shatter.
"Then… everything was a lie?"
Lyra shook her head.
"No. My feelings are real."