As they stepped into the temple, the torches lining the walls suddenly ignited, casting a flickering light that illuminated their path. The pirates couldn't help but gasp in amazement at this mysterious occurrence, their voices filled with wonder.
Mathias, however, remained skeptical and questioned Devon, "What the hell was that creature?"
Devon, his gaze unwavering, responded, "That, my friend, is the shadow of the forest. A guardian of sorts, as the locals told me. But for now, forget about it. Our focus should be on why we came here."
He turned to address the crew and issued a command, "Loot everything in this temple while we search for the artifact!"
The pirates, fueled by excitement and greed, roared in agreement, their voices echoing through the ancient halls as they set about their plundering mission.
