The dust was still settling as the desert wizard, the last of his group, knelt before Alex, his eyes reflecting deep fear at the formidable power he had witnessed. The battle was over, but Alex's questions had only just begun. With a mixture of curiosity and caution, he approached the wizard, seeking to understand the motivations behind the deadly illusions and the reason for their initial aggression.
The wizard, trembling, did not hesitate to reveal the dark truth of their existence. He recounted how they were dedicated to deceiving and luring unsuspecting travelers and desperate adventurers with the promise of a saving oasis, only to end their lives and plunder their belongings. These goods, he explained, were then sold in Desiería, a city known to be a refuge for the worst of the worst: bandits, thieves, and all kinds of lawless scum, ruled by a Lord whose mere mention seemed to instill fear even in his shattered spirit.
The revelation of this lawless city, dominated by a powerful Lord, and the cruel fate of those deceived by the illusions, painted a bleak picture of the region. Alex, with a renewed sense of purpose, inquired about the exact location of Desiería. The wizard, seeking to win Alex's favor to save his life, informed him that the city lay to the west, in the heart of the desert, a place where few dared to enter and even fewer managed to leave.
With the necessary information in hand, Alex faced a moral dilemma about what to do with the wizard. Justice demanded punishment, but mercy suggested a different path. Finally, making a decision that reflected not only his character but also the gravity of his upcoming challenges, Alex chose to let him live , since he was the only one in his group leaving him in the desert alone.
With the fate of the wizard decided, Alex prepared for the next phase of his journey. The city of Desiería, with its promises of dangers and hidden secrets, awaited him on the horizon. With each step westward, the shadow of the lawless city grew, promising to be the setting for new alliances and confrontations. But above all, in Alex's heart burned a flame of determination, driving him to face whatever was necessary to reclaim what had been taken from him and uncover the truth hidden in the sands of the desert.