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There are conditions that must be met," Liona replied, her brow furrowing in concentration."I believe we only need the keys to Hades," came the hopeful response. "I need angel blood flowing through my veins for it to work. It must be done at a specific time-at night, when darkness reigns and shadows are strongest." Liona looked up at the sky, which had begun to embrace the colors of evening. The moment felt fleeting, as if time itself was holding its breath before the doors of Hades would swing open. "What are we going to do now?" Ciro asked, his fascination with the columns fading. "I must read the inscriptions carefully," Liona said."You can rest for now." Ciro nodded, his eyes still lingering on the columns. "Hades will soon come to this world, consumed by darkness." Meanwhile, Alessandro and his army were doing everything they could to reach the kingdom of Xurt. They traveled on foot, avoiding the use of parchments, knowing that it would only burden the soldiers and prove useless in battle. Though the journey would take longer, it was the best option available. "The doors of Hades have never been opened, so we still have time to unite with other armies," Alessandro said, glancing at Abril."Do you think the other kingdoms will honor the alliance and lead their armies to the desert of Xurt?" she asked, concern etched on her face. "I hope so. Acting selfishly won't save anyone. This time is far too dangerous," he replied, his voice steady but laced with worry. "We need to act as one people, as a single nation, to win this war," Abril insisted. "Cassiel hasn't returned either. I just hope he hasn't joined the battle," Alessandro said, his expression darkening. "I also hope he can convince the fairy queen.noveldramaWe need all the help we can get." Abril felt a wave of anxiety wash over her. "Lissana will be fine. She's young, strong, and valiant." "That's what worries me the most," Alessandro said, his tone serious. "She doesn't fear anything and rushes into battle without thinking. It's reckless." "That reminds me of you," Abril replied with a hint of a smile. "This is serious, Lessan," she added, her voice firm. "I'm serious too. I have memories of you acting recklessly countless times." "I just hope you don't regret my absence." "He won't.Gabriel is taking good care of her." "I hope so," Abril murmured, her heart heavy. --- Maya approached Fay as he prepared his army, her expression earnest. "Can we talk for a moment?" "I'm a little busy at the moment, Maya. Could it wait?" Fay replied, his focus elsewhere. "You're always busy. You always tell me to come back later. Just take a moment now; you can spare it," she insisted, frustration creeping into her voice. Fay sighed, recognizing the truth in her words. "Fine, let's go." "Not here," Maya said, leading him to a quieter spot where they wouldn't be overheard."What's going on, Fay?" she asked once they were alone. "The queen agreed to join the battle, but only a part of her army will unite. Do you know why?" he explained, concern evident in his tone. "The queen accepted to join the battle, but she's not fully convinced. She'll only send a fraction of her soldiers; the rest will stay to protect the kingdom." "When Cira's army attacked, it was clear how difficult it would be to defeat them. This battle is nothing compared to what will come when the doors of Hades are opened." "That's true, but I can't do anything. I just take orders.I can't make decisions if the queen doesn't commit fully." Fay paused, contemplating his next words. "Maya should take Assiel and return to the human kingdom." "Why?" Maya asked, her brow furrowing. "You refused to live as a fairy. You shouldn't be here; you should go back to your world." Maya sensed that Fay was hiding something. "Fay, what's going on?" "You're here because it's supposed to be a safe place, but I'm not so sure it is. At least I didn't leave," he admitted, his voice low. "I have a lot of work to do, so I'll see you later," he added, trying to dismiss her.Maya needed answers, and she knew where to find them. She rushed to the throne room, where the queen was meeting with the elders of the kingdom. "Your Majesty! I need to talk to you," Maya exclaimed, bursting into the room. "I'm busy, Maya. Please come back later," the queen replied, her tone dismissive. "I won't leave until I get the answers I came for," Maya insisted, determination in her eyes. "Do you want me to force you to leave?" the queen asked, her voice low and dangerous. "No, I don't want that. But if I have to fight to be heard, I will.I'm here, and I won't leave until we talk." Leriana rose from her throne, approaching Maya with a look of frustration. "Even though I appreciate you, you're starting to tire me. I will no longer tolerate your disrespect. This is my kingdom, and my duty is to my people. You have refused to be part of my kingdom, and if you weren't meant to be here, then-" "Are you sending me away?" Maya interrupted, her voice rising. "If you want to see it that way, then yes. It's time for you to make a choice. You have blood in you that demands a decision. It's time for each of us to take our rightful place."