Page 132 of The Lycan King's Secret Child

Liam explained quickly.

Liam: "There's pain in him. I can feel it. If I can connect with that, maybe I can stop him."

Amelia and Xander exchanged a glance. It was a long shot, but they were running out of options.

Amelia: "Alright. We'll protect you while you try."

They moved closer to the epicenter of the battle. The Shadow King was overpowering Elder Magnus, his dark energy relentless.

Liam stepped forward, closing his eyes to concentrate.

The Shadow King noticed and directed his attention to the boy.

Shadow King: "Ah, finally ready to surrender?"

Liam spoke calmly.

Liam: "I know you're hurting. You don't have to do this."

The Shadow King faltered for a split second before sneering.

Shadow King: "You know nothing of me."

Liam pressed on.

Liam: "I can feel your loss. The loneliness."

The Shadow King's eyes flickered, a hint of vulnerability appearing.

Shadow King: "Silence!"

He unleashed a torrent of energy. Amelia and Xander stepped in, shielding Liam with all their might. The force was immense, pushing them to their limits.

Liam focused harder, reaching out with his mind.

Liam (telepathically): "You once loved this world. Let me help you remember."

Memories surfaced within the Shadow King's mind—images of a time before darkness consumed him. The weight of his past actions pressed upon him.

His assault wavered.

Shadow King (whispering): "No... it's too late for me."

Liam continued gently.

Liam: "It's never too late to choose a different path."

The battlefield grew quiet as both sides watched the unfolding confrontation.

Elder Magnus seized the moment to bolster Liam's efforts, adding his own energies to the connection.

The Shadow King struggled internally, his facade cracking.

Shadow King: "I... I cannot undo what I've done."

Amelia stepped forward.

Amelia: "But you can stop more suffering. Help us build a better future."

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