[Amidst the Clay household.]
"Ouch!" Old Man Clay winced in pain as he received treatment from his daughter-in-law, Luminae Clay.
"Be still father,"The room was filled with tension and concern as Luminae tended to his injuries, while Eldrathil, Clay's wife, sat on a chair at a distance, appearing angry but deeply worried about her husband.
Clay and Eldrathil had led a long life together, blessed with two sons in their time. However, Clay's absence for the past two decades had left a void in their lives. Elves, with their long lifespans, often lost track of time and the importance of returning home. Now, Clay was paying the price for his prolonged absence.
"Why return now? After all this time!" Eldrathil's voice held a mixture of anger and concern as she voiced her frustration.
