CH 59: Reunion

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Charlie's voice trembled slightly as she pointed towards the basement stairs. "Alastor... he's downstairs. Meeting with someone."

Alafia's eyes narrowed, her deer ears perking up. "Who?"

Charlie hesitated, unsure how much to reveal. "Someone who claims to help him with his vengeance."

Fia's gaze intensified, her tail twitching. "Vox?"

Charlie shook her head, and Alafia swiftly descended the stairs, determination etched on her face.

The crew exchanged worried glances, sensing impending chaos.

In the basement, Alastor stood before Echo, the crystal's dark energy coursing through him. Alafia appeared, her presence commanding attention.

"Alastor!" she yelled, her voice firm.

Alastor turned, his antlers gleaming in the dim light. Their eyes met, a mix of emotions swirling between them. "Alafia?"

Echo's smile grew wider, sensing the complicated history. "Ah, perfect timing. The star-crossed lovers reunite."

Alafia's gaze never left Alastor's. "What's going on here?"

Alastor's expression darkened. "Echo's offering me power to destroy Vox."

Fia's eyes flashed with concern. "At what cost, Alastor?"

The air thickened with tension as Alastor hesitated, Echo's influence hanging in the balance...

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