The Peak of Dawn

As night fell, the skies of the continent of Avalon were shrouded in endless darkness, with only the faint glow of the sparse stars. Renault's family estate was silent except for the occasional chirping of insects.

Renault sat alone in front of the window, looking out at the night sky with a hint of confusion and determination in his eyes. The daytime test scene was still replaying in his mind, and those words of ridicule and disdain were like sharp arrows, piercing his heart. However, Lilith's "I believe in you" was like a beacon that illuminated the darkness in his heart.

"Renault, don't give up." Lilith's voice echoed in his head, calming his heart gradually.

"Maybe, I really shouldn't just throw in the towel." Renault muttered to himself, a glint in his eyes. He stood up, put on a black cloak to cover his face, and then quietly pushed the door open and walked into the depths of the manor.

Renault walked through dark corridors to the back garden of the manor. It is a forbidden place for families, and it is said that many ancient secrets are hidden. Renault stopped, looked around, and after confirming that no one was there, he pulled out an ancient badge from his bosom, which was engraved with the family coat of arms, a golden phoenix with wings ready to fly.

He placed the badge on a seemingly ordinary stone slab that glowed faintly, and the slab slowly moved away, revealing a downward passage of stone steps. Renaud took a deep breath and stepped into the passage, the stone slab slowly closing behind him, blocking out all sound.

At the end of the passage is a dimly lit chamber with several glowing night pearls inlaid on the walls, emitting a soft glow. In the center of the chamber is an ancient stone table filled with intricate runes. Renault walked over to the stone table and gently touched the runes, a feeling of familiarity welling up in his heart.

"Is this the secret of the family?" Renault muttered to himself, with a hint of curiosity and anticipation in his eyes.

Just then, there was a slight noise in the corner of the chamber. Renault spun around sharply, watching warily as the darkness moved. A figure slowly stepped out of the shadows, his face obscured by a cloak, revealing only a pair of deep eyes.

"Who are you?" Renault asked vigilantly, his palm unconsciously clenching the short sword in his sleeve.

"Don't be nervous, kid." The man's voice was low and gentle, "I'm here to help you." "

"Help me?" Renault frowned, with a hint of doubt in his eyes, "How did you know I was here?" "

"Your family badge can only be used by the direct bloodline of the family." The man walked slowly towards Renault with a hint of relief in his tone, "You're finally here, Reynolds Aven." "

Renault looked at him in amazement, the name had not been called for a long time. He asked warily, "How do you know my name?" "

The man smiled and took off his cloak, revealing an old but wise face. There was a gentle glint in his eyes, as if he could see through Renault's heart.

"I'm your great-grandfather, Renault." He whispered, "My name is Victor Aven. "

Renault gasped, he had never heard of such an elder in the family. He asked in surprise, "You... Are you my great-grandfather? But aren't you dead? "

"In this family, there are secrets that will never be forgotten." Victor smiled slightly, "I didn't really leave, I just hid in the shadows, waiting for the heir of the family to awaken. "

Renault's heart raced, and he felt a shock like he had never felt before. He asked in a low voice, "Why are you helping me?" "

"Because you are the hope of the family." There was a hint of firmness in Victor's voice, "Renault, there is a powerful force sealed in your body, and that is the 'Power of Dawn'. This power is rooted in ancient legends, and only by awakening it can you save your family, and even the entire continent of Avalon. "

"Daybreak?" Renault repeated the name, a hint of confusion flashing across his eyes.

"Yes." Victor nodded, "This power comes from light and hope, and it has been sealed in your body, waiting for the opportunity to awaken. And today, you've taken the first step. "

Renault was silent for a moment, then raised his head with a hint of determination in his eyes: "What should I do?" "

Victor smiled slightly, took out an ancient book from his arms, and handed it to Renault: "This book is called "The Book of Dawn", and it records the method of awakening the 'power of dawn'. You must follow the instructions in the book and gradually break the seal of power. "

Renault took the book and turned the first page, only to see a line of quaint words written on it: "The power of dawn comes from the heart, and only those who have firm beliefs can awaken." "

"Firm in faith?" Renault repeated the words in a low voice, a twinkle in his eyes.

"Yes." Victor nodded, "Renault, you've lost so much, but you still have hope." As long as you believe in yourself, this power will awaken. "

Renaud nodded, holding the book tightly in his hand: "I'll try, great-grandfather." "

Victor smiled and patted Renault on the shoulder: "Go ahead, kid." Remember, no matter what the odds are, don't give up. I believe you. "

Renaud turned and walked out of the chamber, his heart filled with new hope and strength. He walked out of the passage and back into the garden, looking up at the starry sky with a hint of determination in his eyes.

"The Power of Dawn, I'll awaken you." Renault muttered to himself, his voice full of determination.

In the night sky, a star suddenly twinkled, as if in response to Renault's oath.