"This must be one of the ancient sites," Wei Lin said quietly, her voice reverent as she stepped forward. "A place where the masters once meditated, perhaps."
Darian, ever cautious, scanned the area with a wary eye. "If this is a trial, then we should be prepared for anything. The statue might not just be a statue."
Mara stepped closer to the structure, examining the intricate carvings that adorned its base. "These symbols… they tell a story. A story of warriors who sought enlightenment through the balance of body and spirit. But there's something else… a warning, perhaps?"
Wei Lin joined her, tracing the carvings with her fingers. "The balance of body and spirit… The trials we face here may not be physical alone. We must be prepared to confront our inner selves as much as any external threat."
