EMBRACING SACRIFICE

As the battle reached a crescendo, Sael and Ethan found themselves facing a choice that no one should ever have to make. The only way to weaken Tristan's power was for Sael to sacrifice himself, giving his own essence to halt the rival deity's destructive rampage.

With tears streaming down his face, Sael looked deep into Ethan's eyes. "I would give my life a thousand times over to protect our love," he whispered, knowing that this was their only chance at a future together.

Ethan's heart shattered at the thought of losing Sael, but he knew deep down that this sacrifice was necessary. "I love you, Sael," he murmured through trembling lips. "Protecting our love is worth any price."