Tense Discussions and Plans

In a secluded chamber of the Cosmolantis stronghold, The Keepsake of the Pride and The Keepsake of the Silence engaged in a tense discussion. The Keepsake of the Pride, his demeanor as commanding as ever, asked if "he" could be sensed. The Keepsake of the Silence, her voice a cold whisper, assured him that "they" had hidden the Aliezmus long ago, their locations obscured from all but the most determined seekers. The Keepsake of the Pride issued a stern warning, emphasizing that it mattered not who The Keepsake of the Silence was, but if she allowed herself to be swayed by "foolish emotions," he would erase her without hesitation. The Keepsake of the Silence, her eyes reflecting a deep-seated hatred, claimed to have discarded all emotions except for hatred. She then turned the tables, questioning The Keepsake of the Pride's ability to remain composed when faced with Alize. He dismissed her concern with a wave of his hand, asserting his unwavering dedication to their ultimate goal. With their resolve affirmed, the two set their sights on Gashileos, their mission clear.

Ambush at the Nameless Tower

The Nameless Tower, a foreboding structure where the Spectral Swallow Aliezmus was kept, became the site of their ambush. Aeon and his party, guided by a sense of urgency, entered the tower, only to be met by The Keepsake of the Pride and The Keepsake of the Silence. Fable, standing resolute, greeted them, but The Keepsake of the Silence struck her down, accusing her of treachery for abandoning her cloak of aura and their ranks. The Keepsake of the Pride, with a powerful quaking attack, pushed Aeon and his party outside the Aliezmus Chamber. Once outside, The Keepsake of the Pride confronted Alize, demanding to know if she remembered him. When she did not, his outrage was palpable. Determined to make her remember, he issued a challenge. However, deeming her unworthy of direct combat in her current state, he summoned a massive towering sword of void with his outer-realm swords and made his escape.

The Battle with the Towering Sword of Void

Aeon and his party, undeterred, fought valiantly against the towering sword of void. The battle was intense, each clash of blades echoing through the tower. After a grueling struggle, they managed to defeat the sword and reentered the chamber. The Keepsake of the Pride, watching them with disdain, berated Alize. He was convinced that she had weakened, no longer the formidable "Black Queen of Vragvirion" he once knew. He taunted her, suggesting that her alliance with humans had made her weak. Demanding her return to her old form, he began storing power, preparing for a devastating attack. Misinterpreting his actions as an immediate threat, the party tried to intervene, but The Keepsake of the Silence used her powers to temporarily blind them. This allowed The Keepsake of the Pride to transfer a part of his powers to Alize, restoring her memories.

The Awakening of Memories

With her memories flooding back, Alize questioned The Keepsake of the Pride, but his displeasure was evident. He was angered that her first words to him after 800 years were mere questions. He declared that they both sought a fight to oblivion, a battle that would settle their old scores once and for all. However, Fable, recognizing the danger, did not want to risk Alize being buried into the void. She teleported away with the party, prioritizing their survival and the protection of the last Aliezmus. The Keepsake of the Pride, though discontented by their escape, was momentarily placated by The Keepsake of the Silence's confidence. She remained unfazed, certain that they would locate and destroy the last Aliezmus, thus bringing their plan to fruition.

Destruction of the Spectral Swallow Aliezmus

With the party gone, The Keepsake of the Silence turned her attention to the Spectral Swallow Aliezmus. Her movements were precise and deliberate as she began the process of destruction. Each blow she delivered was filled with the cold, unrelenting fury that had become her trademark. The Aliezmus, a beacon of hope for Aeon and his party, shattered under her relentless assault. As its pieces fell away, she felt a grim satisfaction, knowing that their mission was one step closer to completion. The Keepsake of the Pride watched with a sense of triumph, his eyes reflecting the anticipation of their ultimate victory. The promised day, when they would exact their revenge and return to Visaskarma, was now within reach.