Chapter 69 The Deepening Currents

• With the Kingdom of Water’s support now secured, Meher and Ayaan felt a new sense of purpose. The tides had shifted in their favor, but there was no time to bask in victory. The realms were still divided, and the looming darkness continued to spread. There was only one way forward: unite the kingdoms, and do so quickly.
• As the group prepared to leave the Kingdom of Water, Meher stood at the edge of the Crystal Palace, gazing out at the shimmering lake. The water’s surface was calm, but beneath, the currents ran deep and unpredictable. Much like the journey ahead of them, she thought. Nothing in this world was certain, not even unity. But they had the Heartstone now. They had proof of its power, proof that the kingdoms could heal if they chose to.
• Ayaan joined her, his presence a quiet comfort beside her. "Queen Alia’s support is a huge step forward. But we still have the Kingdom of Earth to convince," he said, his voice thoughtful.