Avery's eyes locked onto Julian's , her heart pounding in her chest . They stood in the midst of a desolate landscape , the ruins of a once great civilization stretching out before them .
" We were chosen for this ," Julian said , his voice low and husky . " Chosen to wield the power of the ancient ones ."
Avery's mind reeled as she thought back to the prophecy , to the words of the shadow figure . They were the key to unlocking a new era , one of peace and prosperity .
But at what cost ?
As they walked through the ruins , Avery felt the air grow thick with an eerie energy . They were being watched , hunted by forces that sought to claim the power of the ancient ones for themselves .
Ryker and Lyra flanked them , their eyes scanning the horizon for signs of danger . But Avery knew that they couldn't out run their fate forever .
Eventually , they would have to face the darkness head - on .
As the sun dipped below the horizon , casting the world in a bloody orange glow , Avery felt Julian's hand brush against hers . It was a fleeting touch , but it sent shivers down her spine .
They were in this together , bound by their love and their destiny .
But as they walked into the unknown , Avery couldn't shake the feeling that they were being pulled apart , their bond tested by the very forces they sought to control .
What would happen to Julian and Avery as they navigated the treacherous landscape of their destiny ?
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