章節 26: Gods Among Us (3)

His heart quickened with a mix of curiosity and greed as he approached the crystal. It seemed to pulsate with a subtle energy, resonating with the very essence of the world around it. Arthur's instincts urged him to claim it for himself, to devour its power before anyone else could lay their hands on it.

Just as he was about to reach out, his fingers tingling with anticipation, his sister, Lily, barged into the room with a crash. She rolled across the ground, her momentum halting as she landed beside him. In her hands, she clutched a kitchen knife, its blade glowing with a divine aura, an unmistakable sign of her mastery over her skill.

"Arthur! Are you alright? What happened here?" Lily exclaimed, her voice filled with concern.

Arthur blinked, torn from his greed-fueled reverie, and realized the presence of his sister. He quickly masked his intentions, shaking off the temptation that had gripped him only moments before.