[Music recommendation: The Whale - "Safe Return" (music from the Original Score) | extended version]
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"The moment we have been waiting for is here and now!" As soon as Selene's voice thundered through the air, another woman stepped forward. She climbed several steps before bowing and raising her hands, which held a plate containing an ancient, black dagger with a serpent's open mouth as its hilt.
It was Clair, back in her old form with red hair and hazel eyes.
Glancing at her, a cruel smirk formed on Selene's face. "Ah, my loyal subject. You did well. I will personally ask Lord Azrath to reward you for all your contributions." With that, she picked up the dagger from the plate.
Clair bowed and smirked. "Thank you, milady." Her gaze then fell on Evelyn, who was writhing in pain. A cruel smile formed on her face, as if she were elated to see her in such a broken condition.
"Now, take your positions and let us begin. It is time!" Selene prompted the assembly.
