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now doubled as a stronghold, fortified with layers of magical protection. Aiden, Chantel, Liam, and Sophia worked tirelessly, not just to recover from their ordeal but to prepare f

n ancient tome, "The Codex of Shadows," which supposedly detailed the Demon King's weaknesses. However, no modern copy existed; the last known one was rumored to be in the Vatican's secret archives. With their tasks clear, the family prepared for their separate journeys. Chantel fortified each with protective charms, and they set out under a moonless night, the stars their only guide. Aiden and Chantel traveled through magical portals, visiting covens around the world, from the ancient groves of Ireland to the mystical mountains of Tibet. Each meeting was fraught with tension, but slowly, they were building a coalition. The threat was too great to ignore, and the promise of the Blade of Lirion as a weapon against the Demon King was a powerful motivator. Liam reached Prague under the cover of darkness. The museum was a labyrinth of art and history, but he knew exactly where to go. Using a blend of stealth and magic, he navigated past security systems and magical wards. The Blade of Lirion was not just any weapon; it glowed with an inner light, even under its protective glass. With a spell learned from his father, he managed to disarm the enchantments and took the blade, feeling its power resonate with his own. Sophia, on the other hand, faced her own challenges. Gaining access to the Vatican archives was no simple task, even with magic. She had to rely on persuasion, using her knowledge of theology and history to gain favor with the archivists. After days of negotiation and proving her scholarly intent, she was finally allowed into the sacred chambers. There, hidden among countless volumes, she found "The Codex of Shadows." Its pages were brittle, the text in an old dialect of Latin, but she managed to decipher the key passages about the Demon