The Queen led Alex to a secret chamber hidden deep within the palace. The room was filled with ancient artifacts, each one more mysterious than the last.
"This is the heart of the palace," the Queen said. "It is a place of great power."
Alex looked around, his eyes wide with wonder. He had never seen anything like it before.
The Queen walked over to a large, ornate chest. She opened it, revealing a glowing orb.
"This is the artifact you need," she said. "It is the key to breaking the curse."
Alex reached out and touched the orb. A wave of energy washed over him, filling him with a sense of power.
"How do I use it?" he asked.
The Queen smiled. "You must take it to the Forbidden City," she said. "It is there that you will find the true power of the artifact."
Alex nodded. He knew that his journey was far from over. But he was determined to see it through.
"Thank you, Your Majesty," he said. "I will not let you down."
