The laboratory had finally fallen quiet.
The Architect's remains lay scattered across the floor, a thin layer of dark ash marking the spot where the leader of the Eclipse Syndicate had died. Holden had already dismissed the Eclipse-Sun Sword, leaving the room without the black and crimson flames that had filled it moments earlier.
Vespera's journal was safely tucked inside his jacket. Seven names had been crossed out, and the mission he had carried for months was finally complete.
But there was still one thing left to do.
Holden opened his Inventory and retrieved the Diamond Chest he had received from killing the Architect.
The chest appeared in his hands.
He pressed his thumb against the seal.
The six petals slowly opened, releasing a bright golden light that spread across his hands.
Inside was a small metallic device.
