[Setting: Central Square of Aetherion – A monumental stage, with flags of all nations, world leaders, and every guild gathered. Ray's body rests in a crystalline coffin at the center, enveloped in golden lightning sealed by Lorien.]
[Thousands stand in silence. Heroes from all corners of the world are present. On stage, speakers take turns, voices trembling yet strong.]
Lorien Valtier's Speech
Lorien (dark suit, seraphic eyes hidden in shadows, steady voice):— "Ray Stormbreak was more than the strongest hero.He was our compass…The rock on which this world's hope stood."
(He looks at Tiana, Inavy, Ron)— "And even in death… he still guides us.Because Ray… never ran.He faced the impossible.And he won.Even as he fell."
Diana Flamesoul's Speech
Diana (trying to hold her trembling voice):— "He was my mentor… my role model.And to many of us… he was a father.Today, with fire in my heart…I swear to protect his legacy."
Tiana's Speech
Tiana (in tears, but with a painful smile):— "Ray used to say the greatest proof of love…was to give your life for those you love.He did just that.And there is no greater honor for a hero."
Ron's Speech
Ron (voice shaking, but staring at the coffin with pride):— "He was my father.And even though he was a legend…he never stopped scolding me, laughing with me, or protecting me.I just want to say…Thank you, Dad."
Inavy Stormbreak's Speech
[Silence falls completely as Inavy steps onto the stage. He stares at the coffin for long seconds, breathes deeply.]
Inavy:— "He taught me how to be human… before being strong.He gave me a home…He gave me love…And he called me son.I promise you, Ray…I'll protect what you protected.I'll finish this war.And I will never… back down."
26. The Interruption – The Voice of Shadows
[Silence.Everyone bows their heads.A strange sound begins to echo from the speakers.]
Voice (low, then clearer and wicked):— "Heroes… I hope you're all well."
[In the middle of the stage, shadows appear, twisted and creeping toward the microphone.]
Voice (chuckling):— "Today is a sad day… but also a glorious one.Glory… for the Darkness."
The Revelation
Inavy (narrowing his eyes, stepping forward):— "Who is this… Kelvin copy?!"
[The hooded figure in the shadows laughs. The face is Kelvin's… but the eyes glow pure red. The voice deepens.]
Tyrus (possessing Kelvin's body):— "Copy?No, boy…I am Tyrus."
Mass Reaction
[A murmur of shock and fear spreads through the crowd.Guild leaders stand up.Lorien rises abruptly.]
Diana (whispers, terrified):— "It's him… our greatest enemy…"
Tyrus (with a demonic smile):— "Yes. Me.And I haven't come to destroy you… not yet.I came only to declare war.A war between me… and the Heir of Chaos."
(He turns to Inavy.)— "Inavy Stormbreak."
Final Shock – The Forbidden Name
Inavy (confused):— "Chaos…?What… what is that?"
[All eyes turn to him. The name "Chaos" echoes through their hearts like a curse.]
Tyrus (his voice now coming through all speakers, echoing like thunder):— "Boy…This will be a battle between gods.And I'll give you…three years.Three years to prepare…before I destroy everything you love."
[The shadows swallow the stage and vanish. A deadly silence remains.]
Scene Epilogue
Lorien (voice low but firm):— "The war… has begun."
[Inavy stands in the center of the stage, the wind tugging at his suit jacket, fists clenched tightly.The crowd waits.And the skies… begin to darken.]