As Arachne's spirit merged with the starlight, Aria felt a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that Arachne was exactly where she was meant to be – singing with the stars.
Aria stood there for a long moment, taking in the beauty of the night sky. She felt a sense of connection to the universe and its music that she had never felt before.
As she stood there, a shooting star streaked across the sky, leaving behind a trail of glittering stardust. Aria smiled, knowing that Arachne's spirit was now a part of that starlight.
Suddenly, Aria heard the sound of footsteps behind her. She turned to see a figure emerging from the shadows. It was an old woman, dressed in a long, flowing cloak, with a staff in one hand and a small, delicate box in the other.
The old woman approached Aria, her eyes twinkling with a deep wisdom. "Aria, you have been chosen to receive a great gift," she said, her voice low and mysterious.
Aria felt a sense of wonder and curiosity. "What gift?" she asked.
The old woman smiled, opening the small, delicate box. Inside, Aria saw a beautiful, shimmering starstone, its surface etched with intricate, swirling patterns.
"This is a starstone of the celestial singers," the old woman said. "It holds the power of the stars and their music. With this stone, you will be able to sing with the stars themselves."