Chapter 17
The Throne's Judgment
The Space Hunters arrive at the Crystal Throne, only to be attacked by sentient crystal guardians. Kenny discovers the Throne is a living entity that tests his heart. He learns the ancient evil is a corrupted part of the first warden, and the true sacrifice is to integrate his own shadow. Kenny accepts, awakening a new warden ability and gaining a vision of the approaching Hive queen.
The journey to the Crystal Throne took three days of quiet tension. Kenny spent most of it in the observation deck, watching the stars streak by, replaying the echo of the first warden’s words.
To bind the ancient evil fully, you must sacrifice your greatest desire—the one thing your heart holds most dear.
What could that mean? His greatest desire was to have his family whole. His parents, together, safe. He had already lost so much. The thought of giving up even a part of that hope made his chest ache.
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