The next morning, Aidan awoke with a sense of anticipation. The success of their first temporal exploration had sparked a wave of enthusiasm across the academy. Scholars from various realms were already proposing new expeditions, eager to uncover more lost knowledge and witness pivotal moments firsthand.
In the weeks that followed, Aidan and his team carefully planned their next journey. This time, they aimed to explore the origins of an ancient, powerful artifact known as the Heart of Aetherion. Legends spoke of its creation by a coalition of the greatest elemental mages, each contributing a piece of their essence to forge a source of immense power and balance.
