ch 14

As Renn journeyed through the labyrinth, the mirrors revealed more fragments of his life. He saw moments of triumph and defeat, of joy and sorrow. He saw the faces of loved ones, and the faces of enemies.

But with each step, the mirrors' whispers grew louder, their doubts and fears more insistent. Renn's heart raced, his breath quickened. He felt like he was drowning in a sea of self-doubt.

Suddenly, a mirror shattered, and a figure emerged from the shards. It was an older version of himself, with eyes that seemed to hold the wisdom of the ages.

"You are not defined by your past or your future," the older Renn said, his voice like a gentle breeze. "You are defined by your present. You are the master of your own destiny."

Renn felt a surge of determination. He realized that the labyrinth was not a test of his worthiness, but a test of his self-belief.

With newfound confidence, Renn approached the heart of the labyrinth. There, he found a final mirror, one that reflected not his image, but the Tapestry itself.

The Tapestry spoke to him in a voice that echoed in his mind. "Renn, you have proven yourself worthy. I will reveal my secrets to you. Are you prepared to receive them