Aqualina, Raven, Thalia, and Aether stood in a tense circle within Aqualina's chamber, voices barely above a whisper as they discussed their plan for the coming day.
Aether listened carefully, nodding to himself as he observed the trio, 'She's really got this all under control,' he mused, his gaze fixed on the orb Aqualina, Raven, and Thalia held between them.
It was no ordinary object; it was a signal orb capable of bypassing the constraints of time and space—a critical tool for the last, perilous step in their game.
"So, once you enter through the final door," Aqualina explained, "all you'll need to do is pour in energy and activate the orb," she continued, demonstrating by placing her hand on the glowing surface. Instantly, the orb in her hand lit up, casting a warm light that resonated with the orbs Raven and Thalia held, illuminating each in turn.
