Maven stood before the swirling portal that led to the Village of Tears, her heart pounding with a mixture of anticipation and anxiety. This trial was different from the others she had faced in Akari's questline. It wasn't about strength or cunning; it was about healing, something she had only begun to learn under Esme's patient guidance.
As the first rays of dawn broke through the trees, casting a soft golden light over the clearing, Maven took a deep breath. She had prepared for this moment, but doubt still gnawed at the edges of her confidence. What if she wasn't ready? What if she failed?
System Notification: Optional Objective Added: Seek assistance from an experienced healer.
