The Court of the Zodiac Emperor was unlike anything John had ever seen before. The vast expanse of marble, gold, and ethereal energy stretched endlessly, suspended in a realm outside space and time. Each Zodiac Warrior was seated in their respective thrones, arranged in a circular formation, their auras radiating power that made the air heavy to breathe.
John, standing in the center, clutched the divine blade in one hand, his knuckles white. Opposite him stood Hyeong Shin, the reigning Zodiac Emperor. His golden armor shimmered with the weight of authority, and the faint smirk on his face promised a challenge unlike any other.
"You've come a long way, Sagittarius," Micheal said, his voice echoing throughout the chamber. "But do you truly believe you're ready to take the mantle of Zodiac Emperor? This isn't just about strength; it's about responsibility, sacrifice, and wisdom."