Gods of Destiny

As they walked, Kael told Aria stories of the ancient gods, of their power and wisdom. Aria listened, entranced, feeling the magic of the world stirring within her. But as the night

s features illuminated by the moon. Aria gasped, her hand flying to her mouth. It was a woman, tall and statuesque, with skin as white as marble and hair as black as the night. "Who are you?" Aria asked, her voice shaking. The woman smiled, her eyes glinting with amusement. "I am Arachne," she said. "And I have been waiting for you." Aria felt a shiver run down her spine. She knew that she was in the presence of something ancient and powerful. "What do you want?" Aria asked, her voice firm. Arachne's smile grew wider. "I want to show you the secrets of the universe," she said. "I want to teach you the magic of the gods." Aria felt a surge of excitement mixed with fear. She knew that she was being offered a great gift, but at what cost? As she hesitated, Kael stepped forward, his eyes fixed on Arachne. "We will not be swayed," he said. "We will follow our o