The Nether Wars [Pt 2]

This wasn't what they were told.

'No way…'

The Corrupted were never informed of this possibility.

'H-how is this happening?!'

They had expected the Elves to be crushed so pitifully that the battle would give them great pleasure. They had hoped to see despair, pain, death, and even more destruction.

However, their expectations were shattered by the unprecedented performances of the Elves and their allies.

'HOW DO THEY HAVE AETHER?!'

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Aurora grinned softly as she focused her gaze on the maddened Corrupted who stood a far distance away, writhing in both awe and rage.

She was once again grateful for the introduction of Aether to the Elves—especially in preparation for this fight. Aurora realized now that without such a powerful source on their side, their demise would have been a foregone conclusion.

How, then, did they gain access to this power? The answer was simple.

They didn't.