Part 9/10:
With Malkin's defeat, Gregory entrusts Tom with the legacy of Spooks as he steps down, marking Tom as a new defender against evil. The loss is palpable, with Tom carrying both ambition and grief on his journey. The world is forever changed, filled with both darkness and light, and the war against witches continues as Tom embraces his role.
In the end, the romantic spark with Alice illuminates a path forward for Tom, symbolizing hope amidst despair. The story closes as Tom awkwardly navigates the responsibilities of a Spook and the perils of love, cementing the notion that destiny is often fraught with uncertainty—but it is a battle worth fighting.