This war ended in Candlewood Island's resounding victory.
Rogue successfully fused with Spirit Candle and gained control over part of the Reincarnation source essence, obtaining limitless energy.
This would only accelerate his path to becoming stronger, creating a positive upward spiral.
He now had the means to resist The End's troublesome power of time.
After sweeping away the uninvited guest known as the Polluted World.
Rogue turned his gaze toward the Lantern Elder and the Blood-Offering Rebel Mosquito, who had come to help—along with the Great Bonfire, which possessed only a hazy consciousness. He had Spirit Candle respond to them as well, expressing his sincere gratitude.
"Thank you. Truly, thank you all."
Rogue bowed slightly to thank them.
He understood that the Bonfire had acted this time out of considerations of position and interest. But regardless, they had come in the end, taking immense risks to protect Candlewood Island after his departure.
Without the Bonfire's protection, if other forces such as Fallen Fire Twilight had arrived, Candlewood Island would have been utterly unable to resist.
"No matter what, our goals are aligned, Lord Candle Keeper." The Lantern Elder nodded.
"It was what we should have done." The Blood-Offering Rebel Mosquito smiled, then asked curiously, "Then, regarding the source essence—"
"It succeeded." Rogue nodded, then offered a reward they could not refuse. "From now on, Candlefire will supply you with fuel—however much you need."
This war had proven that although there were internal disputes within the Bonfire, they clearly understood the bigger picture and possessed the resolve to act when it mattered.
Moreover, their goals aligned, and they could accept one another's burning. Such allies were obviously reliable.
Besides, the energy of the Reincarnation source essence was inexhaustible. Supplying the Bonfire was also a way of strengthening his own side.
"This—"