Sacrifice and Shadows

This chapter explores a haunting sacrificial ritual involving a young woman and a menacing dragon, heightened by sensory details that evoke dread. As the characters grapple with themes of destiny and societal constraints, they confront both personal struggles and the harsh realities of their world. The tension escalates with a gripping lottery scene and a brave princess who volunteers for a perilous encounter, intertwining themes of sacrifice and the fight against evil.