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Chapter 27 - CHAPITRE 27 : Ezéan’s Trials — The Inner Journey

Léon — The Trial of Faith:

Suddenly, Léon found himself alone in a vast cathedral bathed in golden light, but everything felt fragile, suspended between life and death. Around him, spectral shadows whispered his doubts and fears: "You have lost everything... Why continue?"

The floor cracked open, revealing a deep black abyss where the voices of his parents, Tailer, and the village children echoed. He saw their faces, their smiles, but also their suffering.

A massive door appeared before him, marked with the symbol of faith — an eternal flame. To open this door, Léon had to plunge into the abyss, face his nightmares, and find the inner light.

At the deepest part of this dark night, he confronted a broken, terrified version of himself, ready to give up. But through the pain, a small glow grew inside him. It was faith — not blind belief, but a force born of hope, love, and courage.

Léon touched this inner flame, and suddenly the door opened. The light blinded him, and he felt reborn, ready to carry his mission with new, deep, and unshakable faith.

Jason — The Trial of Time:

Jason was thrown into an infinite labyrinth whose walls changed every second, symbolizing the unstable time he sought to control. Clocks were everywhere, spinning at different speeds, some forward, others backward.

At the labyrinth's center, he heard screams — those of his past, his failures, and impossible choices. He saw the faces of his parents, childhood scenes, the pain of losing Tailer, and the burden of having to change time itself.

Every time he moved forward, doors opened onto possible futures, alternatives where he could have acted differently. But none seemed right.

A voice echoed: "Accept what is lost, and focus on what remains to be saved."

In that moment of acceptance, the labyrinth dissolved, and he found himself facing a giant clock whose hands now stood still.

Jason then understood that time was not only an enemy to master but a fragile ally, one he had to respect and balance in order to move forward.

He touched the clock, and a wave of energy flowed through him, giving him the strength to pursue his mission, even if the path remained perilous.

The Soldier — The Trial of Duty:

The soldier was plunged into a silent battlefield where he saw blurred silhouettes of fallen comrades. With every step, he heard the voices of those he had protected and those he had left behind.

He relived his moments of doubt, when he had thought about giving up, fear, fatigue, and helplessness. But also the moments when his courage made a difference, when he held firm for those relying on him.

A heavy armor appeared before him, engraved with ancient and shining symbols. To put it on, he had to face his own reflection in a mirror: a man broken by war but also capable of unwavering loyalty and courage.

He accepted his wounds and strengths, donned the armor. A protective warmth enveloped him, sharpening his mind.

The battlefield disappeared, and he found himself ready to defend, not just out of duty, but conviction — stronger and clearer than ever.

Léon — The Trial of Sacrifice:

After discovering his inner faith, Léon must now confront what he is willing to sacrifice to save his world. He finds himself in a vast field under a stormy sky, where blurry figures stand before him — his loved ones, friends, and even different versions of himself.

A deep voice echoes: "What are you willing to lose to save the balance?"

He must choose: to give up his own life, his dreams, or the safety of the children he protects. Each choice brings intense pain, a tear in his heart.

Léon then understands that true sacrifice is not losing everything you love, but giving all you have to protect what truly matters. This trial goes beyond mere courage: it tests his capacity to love without expecting anything in return.

Jason — The Trial of Reality:

For Jason, after understanding the complexity of time, the next step is to face the harsh truth of his role. He is thrown into a distorted world where past, present, and future intertwine.

He sees the consequences of his actions, the paradoxes created by trying to alter time, and the lives destroyed despite his efforts.

The scenery shifts constantly, alternating between war, peace, loneliness, and betrayal. Jason must accept that some things cannot be changed, but he can choose how to act now.

He faces a mirror reflecting not his image, but his soul, marked by fatigue and hope.

This trial teaches him humility and responsibility, two essential weapons to handle time without falling into chaos.

The Soldier — The Trial of Courage:

The soldier, having donned his inner armor, faces a ghostly battle where he must protect a group of invisible children. He is surrounded by faceless enemies, symbols of his fears and doubts.

With each attack, he feels pain and fatigue, but must stand firm, maintain vigilance and calm.

This trial tests his mental as much as his physical resilience. He must draw from his last reserves, fight not for himself, but for those who depend on him.

Several times, he is about to collapse, but the strength of his commitment allows him to push beyond his limits.

He will emerge ready to face the unknown with renewed determination.

These trials are far from over. Ezéan reminds them that every inner victory is a step toward the outer victory. They must continue to dive into their weaknesses, confront their fears, and transcend their limits.

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