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// Chapter 20: The Source of Darkness 
// Story: Moonlit Ascension 
// by ElLoboSolitario23 
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The lycanthropic princesses' journey to confront the true source of the growing darkness led them to the ancient and mystical realm known as the Midnight Abyss. It was a place where shadows danced and secrets whispered in the dark.

As they ventured deeper into the Midnight Abyss, the very fabric of reality seemed to warp and shift. The darkness clung to their hooves like a shroud, and eerie whispers filled the air.

Princess Twilight Sparkle, with her lycanthropic powers, could sense the malevolent presence that lurked in the depths of the Midnight Abyss. It was a force of pure darkness, a manifestation of discord and disharmony.

The lycanthropic princesses knew that they had to confront this formidable adversary and protect the magic of Equestria. Princess Celestia, with her wisdom and strength, devised a plan to use their combined magic to confront the source of darkness.

Princess Luna, with her connection to the night, summoned the magic of the moon to pierce the veil of shadows that concealed their foe. The silvery light of the moon bathed the Midnight Abyss in an otherworldly glow, revealing the true nature of their adversary.

Princess Cadence, with her magic of love and compassion, extended a hoof to her fellow princesses, infusing their unity with unwavering determination. She reminded them that their bond of friendship was their greatest weapon against the darkness.

And Princess Twilight Sparkle, with her heightened empathy, reached out to the source of darkness itself, seeking to understand the pain and suffering that had given rise to its malevolence. She showed it the power of unity, courage, empathy, and harmony.

As the lycanthropic princesses confronted the source of darkness, they could feel its grip on the Midnight Abyss slowly weakening. The force of discord and disharmony began to waver, its malevolent presence dissipating in the face of their unity and friendship.

With a final surge of magic and determination, the lycanthropic princesses banished the source of darkness from the Midnight Abyss, sealing it away and protecting the magic of Equestria. The realm of shadows returned to its natural state, its mysteries hidden once more.

The lycanthropic princesses had faced their greatest trial and emerged victorious, their bond of unity, courage, empathy, and harmony stronger than ever. Their journey to confront the growing darkness was complete, and Equestria was safe once more.