The Dragon's Shadow thunderously landed atop the Pyramid, its impact shattering the square stones, sending chips flying, and spawning numerous cracks in its wake. Tainaric leaped forward, dodging Toragotos' massive claws—the Night Lizard Prince of Andasok was cradling a Light Cocoon in his hands, nurturing the resurrection of Salrutaka. The corporeal existence of a deity was nearly indestructible, but as long as it was kept from its source of power—the Divine Fire—the ritual of revival was doomed to fail.
Unfortunately, Toragotos had no intention of letting them accomplish this task. Ever since the Light Cocoon had fallen into Tainaric's hands, the opposition had launched direct attacks. Tainaric attempted several times to approach Fang Hong, but each time his efforts were foiled by Toragotos' interference.
