The group's eyes adjusted to the bright lights of the Undersea Citadel, their bodies sore, their minds reeling from the battle. Yua's eyes met theirs, her face filled with relief, her voice a whisper. "I'm sorry I passed out."
Elara's face softened, her arm around Yua's shoulders. "You're okay, that's all that matters."
The Sea Guardian's voice was like the waves, soothing, gentle. "You have done it. The void is sealed, the balance of the ocean restored."
The group's eyes met, their faces filled with a mix of relief and exhaustion. They had done it. They had saved the ocean.
The Council of Elders approached, their faces ancient, wise, and approving. "You have proven yourselves worthy. The ocean's secrets are now open to you. What will you do next?"
Lucias's eyes narrowed, his face set. "We'll protect the ocean, make sure nothing like this happens again."
