Chapter 998: Chapter 998: The Heart of Evil

#### The Convergence of Forces

As the dust from the recent battles began to settle, the Enclave and its allies faced a critical juncture. The dark factions had regrouped and were preparing for a new phase in their campaign, one that promised to be even more formidable than before. The respite was brief, and the need for decisive action was paramount.

Elara, Elias, and Seraphina convened a strategic meeting to address the next steps. The recent intelligence suggested that the dark factions were consolidating their forces and preparing for a large-scale offensive. "We need to understand their new strategy," Elara said, reviewing the latest reports. "Our goal is to anticipate their moves and prevent them from gaining a strategic advantage."