The Keepsake of the Pride’s Resolve

The Keepsake of the Pride stands in the shadows of an ancient, crumbling fortress, his eyes reflecting a mixture of determination and nostalgia. He discusses their plans with The Keepsake of the Silence, his voice low and resolute. "Can he be sensed?" he asks, referring to a mysterious figure whose presence is crucial to their goals. The Keepsake of the Silence, her face shrouded in darkness, nods. "They have hidden the Aliezmus long ago," she confirms, her voice devoid of emotion. The Keepsake of the Pride's eyes narrow. "It matters not who you are," he warns, his tone sharp. "But if you get moved by foolish emotions, I will erase you." The Keepsake of the Silence, a flicker of something unreadable in her gaze, responds, "I have discarded all emotions except for hatred. Can you keep your cool when it comes to Alize?" The Keepsake of the Pride dismisses her concern with a wave of his hand. "I am fully dedicated to our greater goal." With their resolve firm, they march towards Gashileos, their steps echoing through the silent night.

Ambush at the Nameless Tower

The Nameless Tower looms ahead, a monolithic structure lost in the annals of erased narratives. Inside, Aeon and his party search for the Spectral Swallow Aliezmus, unaware of the danger lurking nearby. Suddenly, The Keepsake of the Pride and The Keepsake of the Silence spring their ambush. Fable, sensing their presence, greets them with a mixture of recognition and trepidation. The Keepsake of the Silence strikes her down, her voice cold and accusing. "Traitor," she hisses, "you abandoned the cloak of aura and our ranks." The Keepsake of the Pride steps forward, his presence commanding. With a quaking attack, he forces the party outside the Aliezmus Chamber.

Confrontation with Alize

Outside, The Keepsake of the Pride faces Alize, his eyes blazing with a mix of rage and longing. "Do you remember me?" he demands. Alize, her memory fragmented, shakes her head. Outraged, he vows, "I will make you remember." Alize, her curiosity piqued, accepts the challenge. However, The Keepsake of the Pride deems her unworthy of a direct fight in her current state. "You're not the Black Queen of Vragvirion anymore," he sneers, summoning a massive towering sword of void with his outer-realm swords before making his escape.

Battle with the Towering Sword of Void

Aeon and his party engage the Towering Sword of Void in a fierce battle. The air crackles with energy as they unleash their powers against the colossal weapon. After a grueling fight, they manage to defeat it and return to the chamber. Inside, The Keepsake of the Pride berates Alize, his words laced with disappointment. "You've weakened," he declares. "You're not the same Black Queen of Vragvirion." He sneers at her companions. "Is siding with a pack of humans what made you weak?"

The Transfer of Power

Ignoring their attempts to interfere, The Keepsake of the Pride begins storing power. The party tries to stop him, but The Keepsake of the Silence blinds them with her powers, giving The Keepsake of the Pride the chance to transfer a part of his powers onto Alize. As the energy surges through her, Alize regains her memories. She looks at The Keepsake of the Pride with a mixture of confusion and recognition. "Why now?" she asks. He is displeased by her question. "After 800 years, that's what you have to say to me?" he retorts. "We both want a fight to oblivion."

Escape and Destruction

Fable, sensing the danger, teleports the party away, believing it better to survive and protect the last Aliezmus. The Keepsake of the Pride watches them disappear, a mixture of frustration and longing in his eyes. "The promised day is nigh," he whispers to himself. The Keepsake of the Silence, indifferent to his emotions, proceeds to destroy the Spectral Swallow Aliezmus. The Keepsake of the Pride, though discontented, rejoices inwardly, knowing that their ultimate goal is within reach.