Chapter 11: The Fool's Conviction

As battle engulfs the city, Cornelius faces off against Belarus in a clash that shatters more than just concrete, it shakes the very air with the weight of conviction. Through a storm of fists and memory, Cornelius confronts not just an opponent, but the question Raelynn once asked him: What do you believe in? With echoes of the past, foolish dreams, and a hilariously honest answer, Cornelius taps into something raw, absurd, and frighteningly powerful. But when the dust settles, it’s not just victory that awaits, it’s betrayal, and a silent figure stepping from the shadows. The Rose is about to prick.