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After the baptism of the light of Purification, Ironforge City gradually emerged from the shadow of Eternal Night, with the scent of new life permeating every corner of the city. The Crystal Tower once again radiated a warm and gentle glow, dispelling the fear that had long lingered in people's hearts. On the streets, the silver dust had faded, revealing the stone bricks that had been ravaged by war and magic. The citizens began to clear away the rubble and repair their homes, slowly restoring order to their lives.
Lia and Kalan walked side by side through the bustling streets, their presence attracting countless gazes. People looked at them with awe and gratitude, for it was these two who had turned the tide on Blood Moon Night, saving all of Ironforge City from being consumed by Eternal Night. Lia's younger brother came running through the crowd and leaped into her arms, his eyes sparkling with joy from surviving the ordeal and his dependence on his sister. Seeing her brother safe and sound, a heavy stone finally lifted from Lia's heart. She held him tightly, tears streaming down her face.
"Big sister, I was so scared..." Her brother's voice trembled as he spoke in Lia's embrace.
"It's okay now, it's all over. From now on, I will always protect you," Lia gently stroked her brother's hair and whispered comforting words.
Kalan stood nearby, watching this warm scene with a smile of relief on his face. Yet in his eyes lingered a hint of worry. Although Dark Moon Power had been temporarily sealed away, it still resided within him like a bomb that could explode at any moment, uncertain when it might bring about another crisis.
"Lia, the issue with Dark Moon Power hasn't been completely resolved. It remains a hidden danger within me," Kalan said, looking at Lia with concern in his eyes.
Lia lifted her head, her gaze steady as she looked at Kalan. "We have successfully purified it once; we will surely find a way to eliminate it completely. And no matter what happens, I will be by your side."
In the lord's mansion of Ironforge City, a grand celebration banquet was underway. The lord personally filled glasses with fine wine for Lia and Kalan, expressing his sincerest gratitude to them. Nobles, wealthy merchants, and representatives from various sectors gathered to praise their heroic deeds. However, amidst the lively banquet, Lia and Kalan found little joy in this momentary celebration. They quietly conversed in a corner, discussing their plans for what lay ahead.
"I want to return to Silver Claw Castle to search for more clues about Dark Moon Power. Perhaps there are key elements hidden there that can resolve our issues completely," Kalan said.
Lia frowned slightly but nodded after a moment of thought. "I will go with you. But even though Sebastian has failed, his remnants may still be operating in secret; we must proceed with caution."
Just as they were preparing to leave the banquet and set off for Silver Claw Castle, several elders from Bloodfang Clan suddenly appeared. Their expressions were grave, revealing complex emotions—guilt mixed with hope.
"Lia, Kalan, we from Bloodfang Clan feel deeply remorseful for what has transpired. Sebastian conspired with some clan members to commit acts that endangered both our clans; we are willing to take responsibility," said the elder leading them as he bowed in apology.
Lia looked at them with mixed feelings. "It's too late for such words now; what matters is how we can prevent similar incidents from happening again."
The elders exchanged glances; one of them produced an Ancient Tome and handed it to Lia. "This is our Bloodfang Clan's secret text; it contains some hidden knowledge about the powers of the Moonlight Priestess that may assist you."
Kalan and Lia took the tome and opened it; the text and illustrations were obscure but hinted at intricate connections with Dark Moon Power, Moonlight Priestess, and Purification Ritual.
"We hope to work together with you to find a complete method for purifying Dark Moon Power and mending the rift between our clans," the elder said earnestly.
Lia and Kalan exchanged glances and saw the same answer reflected in each other's eyes.
"Alright, let's do this together," Lia said.
After bidding farewell to the elders of Bloodfang Clan, Lia and Kalan set off towards Silver Claw Castle. They proceeded cautiously along their path, ever vigilant of their surroundings. Silver Claw Castle appeared particularly eerie and silent after undergoing a series of upheavals. The castle gates were tightly shut, enveloped in an air of age-old oppression.
Using his familiarity with the castle, Kalan guided Lia to a hidden passageway that allowed them to enter its interior smoothly. Inside the castle lay scenes of decay; portraits on the walls were torn apart, furniture lay scattered across the floor, and what was once a magnificent hall was now covered in dust and cobwebs.
They searched for clues in the castle's library; most of its books were incomplete or damaged. However, relying on his memory, Kalan found some ancient records regarding Dark Moon Power. After careful study, they uncovered a shocking secret.
It turned out that Dark Moon Power was not entirely evil; it complemented the power of the Moonlight Priestess. In ancient times, both clans worked together to maintain a mysterious balance: Dark Moon Power sealed away certain malevolent forces from the abyss while Moonlight Priestess's power was used for Purification and protection. However, over time this balance had been disrupted; Dark Moon Power became twisted and exploited.
"So you're saying our previous Purification only temporarily suppressed Dark Moon Power's evil side? To truly resolve this issue, we need to restore that balance?" Lia looked at Kalan with confusion in her eyes.
Kalan nodded slightly. "In theory, that's how it is, but the records do not specify how to proceed. We still need to search for more clues."
Just as they were about to leave the library and explore other parts of the castle, a chilling laughter echoed through the air. A figure emerged slowly from the shadows—it was the Mechanical Werewolf that had appeared during their earlier pursuit. However, it looked even more battered now, with sparks flying from its mechanical parts and pieces falling off intermittently.
"You think you can easily find a solution to the Dark Moon Power? How naive," the Mechanical Werewolf mocked, its voice a harsh mechanical synthesis.
Kalan immediately stepped in front of Lia, his eyes sharp with caution. "What do you want? Your master Sebastian has already failed."
The Mechanical Werewolf let out a cold laugh. "Sebastian is just a foolish man, obsessed with using the Dark Moon Power to satisfy his own ambitions. But he knows nothing of the true secret behind it."
Lia's heart stirred at this revelation. "You know the secret of the Dark Moon Power? Tell us!"
The Mechanical Werewolf merely chuckled sinisterly. "Want to know? Then trade your lives for it." With that, it suddenly launched an attack, its mechanical limbs swinging with tremendous force toward Kalan and Lia.
Unfazed, Kalan activated the Dark Moon Power within him and engaged in a fierce battle with the Mechanical Werewolf. Silver light clashed with dark red magic in the darkness, each collision sending powerful energy waves rippling through the air. Meanwhile, Lia searched for an opportunity and noticed some critical weak points on the Mechanical Werewolf.
"Kalan, attack its leg joints! The defenses there are weaker!" Lia shouted.
Upon hearing this, Kalan quickly adjusted his strategy and launched a fierce assault on the Mechanical Werewolf's legs. Under his immense strength, cracks began to form at its leg joints, slowing its movements.
"You think this will defeat me?" roared the Mechanical Werewolf as it suddenly activated its self-destruct mechanism.
"Not good! Run!" Kalan realized the danger and immediately grabbed Lia, sprinting away into the distance.
With a deafening explosion, the Mechanical Werewolf shattered into pieces, and the shockwave collapsed nearby walls, sending debris raining down. Kalan and Lia struggled through the rubble; they were fortunate to have avoided the blast's impact but found themselves trapped deep within the castle.
Just as despair began to set in, Lia suddenly spotted some strange runes on the wall. These runes resembled those she had seen during the Purification Ritual, igniting a spark of hope within her.
"Kalan, look at these runes! They might be related to the Purification of Dark Moon Power!" Lia exclaimed excitedly.
Kalan leaned closer to examine them carefully. He noticed that these runes seemed to guide an energy flow; following their direction led them to discover a hidden chamber behind the wall.
The chamber was filled with mysterious light, and at its center stood a massive crystal ball. Within it flickered various bizarre scenes—images of two ancient tribes working together to maintain balance and terrifying scenes of Dark Moon Power being corrupted.
"Could this be the key to unlocking the secrets of Dark Moon Power?" Kalan wondered aloud as he gazed at the crystal ball, filled with anticipation.
Lia stepped forward and placed her hand on the crystal ball. Instantly, a powerful force surged into her body, flooding her mind with countless pieces of information. These fragments came together like a puzzle, gradually revealing a complete plan for Purification.
"I know what we need to do!" Lia said excitedly. "We must find five scattered Moonlight Gems and place them at five points around Yueyue Spring. By harnessing their power, we can restore balance between Dark Moon Power and that of the Moonlight Priestess."
Kalan looked at Lia with trust in his eyes. "Alright, no matter how difficult it is, we'll search together."
With renewed hope, Lia and Kalan left Silver Claw Castle and embarked on their quest for the Moonlight Gems. They understood that their path ahead was fraught with uncertainty and danger, but for the sake of thoroughly purifying Dark Moon Power and safeguarding peace between their two tribes, they were unafraid. In the days to come, they would face many more challenges; yet their resolve shone brightly like the rekindled lights of Ironforge City, illuminating their way forward.
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