Chapter 81: The Past

As Avery summoned her cosmic strength and prepared to travel between dimensions, the arena around her began to distort and twist. The abandoned structure faded away, replaced by a swirling maelstrom of stars and shadow. She felt herself being drawn into the cosmic movement, her attention expanding beyond the confines of her physical form.

"Damien!" she called out, her voice booming through the silence. "where are you?"

Suddenly, a familiar person appeared ahead of her. However, it was not Damien who morphed into her father, Marcus Chen.

"Dad?" Avery gasped, her heart racing. "What are you doing right here?"

Marcus' expression became bleak. "I'm sorry, Avery." However, before you can save your friends, you must confront your history. The might of a cosmic guardian comes at a cost."