Nahid had survived the deadly battle with Nicat, but he was severely wounded. His body was exhausted, and his mind was filled with tangled emotions. His brother's betrayal and the king's cruelty had shaken his faith. Yet this defeat gave birth to a new determination within him. He had to rise again and become stronger to achieve his purpose.
Taking a deep breath, Nahid gathered himself and began searching for the master who had once trained him at the temple. His master had taught him the limits of the fire power, but also warned him about its dangers. For days he traveled while tending to his wounds, and finally he reached the temple hidden deep within the forest.
When his master saw Nahid in such a wounded and exhausted state, he was surprised. Yet there was still pride in his eyes, because Nahid's survival proved his faith and determination.
Nahid stepped forward and knelt before him.
"Master, train me again. I must become stronger. My power is not enough to protect my people and the truth."
His master spoke with a calm but deep voice.
"Nahid, you must not forget that the flames that carried you this far can also destroy you. Wanting more power on this path is a decision with a heavy price. Still, if you are determined, I will teach you one final technique."
Nahid's eyes shone with determination.
"I am ready to pay any price, Master."
His master remained silent for a moment, then told him about a forbidden fire technique called "The Cataclysm of Flames."
This technique would allow Nahid to gather all of his fire power and explode his own body like a bomb. The explosion would spread across a 13-kilometer radius, powerful enough to turn everything to ash. However, once he used this technique, all of Nahid's fire power would be completely exhausted and could never return. It would be the final manifestation of his power.
Nahid hesitated for a moment, but with the determination burning in his eyes, he nodded.
"If this power will be used to expose the king's mask and end evil, then I accept the price, no matter what it is."
His master began training him. For days and nights Nahid pushed the limits of his power and learned to control "The Cataclysm of Flames" with mastery.
He was now stronger, but he was also aware of the danger of using this power.
Meanwhile, Nicat had reached the palace. Having mastered dark magic, he was brought before the king.
The king received him with surprise and a hint of suspicion.
Nicat bowed calmly and began to speak.
"Your Majesty, I have an offer for you."
The king frowned.
"What kind of offer is this? And why should I listen to you, Nicat?"
Nicat continued confidently.
"If you cooperate with me, I promise to protect you from any threat. My power has merged with the power of demons. There is no threat that can stand against me now. I will do anything for you, as long as I serve under your command."
Although the king was impressed by Nicat's power, he did not accept the offer immediately. Suspiciously, he asked:
"And what is the price of this cooperation, Nicat? I do not believe someone like you would be completely loyal."
A sinister smile appeared on Nicat's face.
"Yes, I want something in return. I will help you destroy every threat that rises against you, but you must give me full authority. Whatever I want, you will allow."
The king did not like these words. He was about to reject Nicat's offer when Nicat continued in a cold voice.
"Your Majesty, I should warn you about something. Nihad, who draws power from the water god, is coming here. His goal is to reveal all of your evils and overthrow your throne. Nihad's power is far greater than that of an ordinary warrior. He wants to make you look like a monster in front of the people."
The king flinched at what he heard.
To strengthen his words, Nicat added:
"And Nihad is not alone. He has also learned a forbidden fire power. If he arrives at the palace with that power, he will not only destroy you but the entire kingdom. With such a threat so close to you, you need an ally like me."
The king knew he had no other choice now. He was forced to accept Nicat's offer of cooperation. However, he also had a plan in his mind. If Nicat's power became uncontrollable, he would find a way to stop him.
With the training he received from his master, Nahid was now moving toward the palace with greater determination. He was no longer only a warrior; he had become the bearer of truth.
Nahid's goal was not to kill the king, but to reveal his true face to the people. However, when he learned about Nicat's betrayal and that the king had accepted such a dangerous ally, he realized he needed to be ready for an even harder struggle.
Meanwhile, Nihad had realized that the flames his brother left behind were connected to the power he had received from the water god, and he had begun a deeper journey.
His goal was to establish true justice in the middle of all these power struggles and free the people from the king's cruelty.
Merged with the power of the water god, Nihad carried the heavy burden on his back as he moved toward the palace.
Yet the power within him, just like the fire power Nahid possessed, had a nature that was difficult to control.
As the two brothers followed different paths toward the palace, each of them fought with faith in their own ideals and powers.
But in the end, they would meet at the gates of the palace.
Nahid wanted to reveal the king's true nature to the people and bring the truth to light, while Nihad only wished for justice to prevail.
Two different powers were moving toward the palace with the same purpose. Yet each of them had walked through darkness and now faced powers within themselves that had to be controlled.
Fate would bring them together, placing the stones of both the past and the future so that they would collide at the gates of the palace.