Nalia?
Yes, it's me.
You're so young. You're beautiful.
That's a very cruel joke. I... oh.
She finally realizes it.
I... I don't know what to say. My age? Gone?
I feel like I'm looking at a different person.
The curse is gone! Washed away with all its darkness!
I'm sure your magic had nothing to do with it.
Stop that! I told you so!
I've heard of such happenings in stories, fables. But never like this. Never real.
This is hardly the end. It may make a fine story one day, but for now, the work is only beginning.
Where's Aidan?
Resting. He's improving, but still a long way from recovery.
So he's found something else to live for.
It's quite early to say. Though, I am sure I would have lost that chance without you.
Garadel's dead. You were right about him. Should have seen what he looked like under his human facade.
Then the horror's truly over! With the demon gone, the barrier is broken!
Was what he said true? About the Verita?
I assume so, knowing what I do about Gandohar. If there is a threat, it must be stopped immediately. Permanently.
I ...
He abandoned us. Sacrificed everyone. All for a lie. The young mage I knew died in this place. I expect it's time t finish it.
Is there anything you could tell me about Garadel's heart?
If he is indeed the son of Aziraal, you may be able to use it to shield yourself from the forces Gandohar now controls. But, will you know how to wield it?
I know someone who can help.
I hope you can succeed. I pray that you will.
So what's next for you, Nalia?
I suspect I have a new chapter in life waiting ahead.
Actually, I think it's waiting behind you.
What do you... Aidan?
Good luck to you.
No need to. How are you feeling?
Better. But, the barrier.
Destroyed with Garadel. You're free now. Everyone is.
The priest?
A demon in human skin. Firstborn of the fire god. And, a little long-winded.
And he lived among us for all that time? We're very luck to be alive. Without you, we'd all be among the damned.
Everyone's lost something here Aidan. Take comfort in what remains.
You're right. Thank you. For everything. Can I ever repay you?
Your thanks is enough.
Please stay. We'll spare no expense. You look tired. Worn.
Appreciate that, but I can't rest until it's finished.
And yet the look in your eyes says different. Your call.
Let me ask you something. Are you planning to stay here, with all the world open to you?
Not forever, but I am needed now. I'll travel when the time's right.
That's true. You've got something good here. Worth living for?
Every day until they put me in the ground.
Hopefully that won't be anytime soon.
Indeed. May I ask you a question, as someone who appears well-versed in love? Will I ever be able to get her off my mind?
Not likely. But, I'm no expert.
A ladies' man! By the way, do you have my amulet? Not sure how much use it will be, but it has sentimental value.
Not a scratch on it.
And I thought YOU were the demon.
Aidan hands me a thousand auras and bade me farewell.
It's about time I leave this place as well.