By the time she opened her eyes again, Lisandra found herself outside, floating above the sea. Looking down, she realised the word had returned to normal and no longer frozen in time.

As for the temple, it had now disappeared. Yin, Ardorius and Azrael floated over to her as Yin immediately hugged Lisandra while Ardorius was on guard since Lisandra's wings had turned completely black.

"I'm back sis. Everything was sorted out." Lisandra smiled as she hugged Yin back.

"That's good. As long as you're ok then that's good." Yin smiled as she hugged Lisandra tightly. Even though she wasn't being verbal about it, she felt a crushing pressure in her heart seeing Lisandra not being able to move without the help of the wheelchair. Especially when she thought that there was no hope left.

However, now that she was standing here nice and healthy, Yin felt a weight being lifted off her shoulders.

Once Lisandra realised that Yin wasn't going to stop hugging her for a while, she chuckled and looked over at Ardorius who still had his guard up.

"Don't worry, I didn't lose myself to corruption or anything like that. I just had my eyes opened by God. And Azrael, I must say, God is a lot different than I had thought." Lisandra smiled as Azrael chuckled.

{Indeed. He is unlike the gods you see from the Greek or Norse pantheons.}

"Speaking of which, he did say something about your bindings. Your bindings are of your own making, should you forgive yourself and seek to do good, they will naturally release you." Lisandra smiled.

Hearing this, Azrael paused.

{They're of my own making?} He asked as he could clearly remember the day when these chains bound him to the library.

"Mn. So long as your heart and faith are in the right place, you will be free. Its all about belief."

{.. . I see.}

Looking up at the sky for a moment, Azrael closed his eyes and prayed silently before opening his mouth.

{Then I shall remain in my bindings for a little longer. I believe that mortals can support themselves. While it may get hard, and obstacles may block their path, I believe that they can venture forth with unwavering determination. It will be tested time and time again, but mortals will push on. They may take a step back or stumble, but they will never stop. I will release myself when mortals need an extra support.} Azrael said as he looked back at Lisandra.

{It is through trial and tribulation that the mortal will is tempered. Me coming out and shielding them now would be akin to me giving up on my belief. Belief in that they are strong. That they can venture forth without me.}

"Then I hope to see you when things take a turn for the worst. When the heavens crash down and gods walk amongst man, and when man becomes nothing but a speck, I hope you will help shield them for a period."

{Naturally. Wanting them to grow through tribulation is not the same as refusing to protect them. When the time comes, I will serve and I will protect.} Azrael bowed respectfully before his figure disintegrated into motes of light.

"Now then, what about you?" Lisandra asked as she turned to Ardorius who had now sheathed his sword.

"I will keep doing my job and keep the people safe." Ardorius said as Lisandra nodded her head.

"How about you work with the Queen and form an alliance with us? We can talk about some benefits that Asharia will give while allowing you safety. With how things will be, I doubt you'd want to go back to the Vatican right now so your best bet is to stick with the Queen. I will remind you that a Queen like her is rare so you should treasure this chance."

"I will bring this up to the others and see what they say." Ardorius bowed before flying back to the refugee camp.

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