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Alessandro had already summoned the dignitaries to meet with him.He needed the opportunity to convince them that they were going to forge an alliance against the forces of darkness. Cassian saw his mother, Soleia, smiling brightly at him. "Hello, Cassian. I'm glad to see you," she said, her voice warm. But he needed to tell her something important. "Mother, Alessandro has lost his memories." "Lost?" Soleia's expression shifted to concern. "He doesn't remember Abril or his daughter? It's as if their memories have been erased. But how can he recover them?" Soleia shook her head, deep in thought."You should talk to him." Soleia accompanied Cassian down the long hallway adorned with portraits. When they reached the last painting, Cassian paused. "This is the first guardian," he said, gazing at the image. "If you're there, I hope you can help him recover Lessan's memories." "I hope so too," Soleia replied before disappearing from sight. "I need to talk to you, first guardian," Cassian called out, waiting for the figure from the painting to appear. But no matter how much he called, the guardian did not come.Then he remembered his brother's words: the first guardian only appeared when summoned by name. "Cassiel," he said, and suddenly, the first guardian materialized before him, looking remarkably similar to Cassian himself. "I thought you would never say my name," Cassiel replied, a hint of amusement in his voice. "I never thought I would," Cassian admitted, feeling a mix of frustration and relief. "Alessandro has lost his memories. Is there a way to restore them?" "You can use the Mirror of the Soul stored in this room," Cassiel explained. "This mirror shows you what you desire most.If your brother wishes to recover his memories, it can help." "Where is it?" Cassian asked eagerly. Cassiel gestured to a white door. "You must move it to discover what lies beyond." Cassian stepped back and found the door hidden behind a panel. He opened it to reveal a white room filled with exquisite objects-swords, armor, and other treasures. "This is like a warehouse, where I keep my most valued possessions," Cassiel said, pride evident in his voice. "So, these objects are yours?" Cassian asked, intrigued. "Yes. They are precious to me.You must ensure they are returned after using them." Cassian nodded, understanding the weight of the task ahead. "I will return them once Lessan recovers his memories." Before leaving the room, something caught Cassian's eye-a golden spear that shimmered with an otherworldly glow. "Is this yours?" he asked, reaching for it. "Yes," Cassiel replied. "It is a weapon forged in the sky." "What do you mean?" Cassian inquired, astonished. "This weapon was given to me by my priest before I was exiled from the heavens. It is powerful, and I believe you could wield it." Cassian hesitated."Even if we are similar, it wouldn't be wise to lend it to me." "That weapon was meant for me alone, but you could handle it. We are identical in spirit. The guardians don't die; we merely exist beyond physical form. If you ever find yourself overwhelmed, seek me out, and I will help you." "Thank you for your offer, but I won't surrender my body," Cassian replied firmly. "It's dark between our realms, but if you fail, I am the only one who can hold it together. Don't forget that," Cassiel warned. "I won't forget," Cassian promised. When Cassian left the guardians' room, night had fallen.He decided to wait until morning to deliver the news to Alessandro. Alessandro had faced a difficult day; he thought convincing the dignitaries would be easy. They had already gathered, but many questions lingered, and he needed more time to think. Exhausted, he longed to reach his bed and rest. But when he entered his chamber, he was surprised to find Abril sleeping peacefully. Her red hair caught his attention, a striking feature that reminded him of the Venobich family.He dared not wake her, allowing her to sleep while he draped his clothes and sank onto the sofa, fatigue weighing heavily on him. Yet, his gaze kept drifting back to the woman who lay in his bed, stirring feelings he couldn't quite understand. "What is this I feel for you? Why do I feel this way when I don't even know you?" he wondered, sighing deeply. Abril had waited for Alessandro to return, but she had fallen asleep before he arrived. When she opened her eyes and looked to the side, she found the room empty.