After several hours of rest and meditation, the woman and the scarred man felt their strength gradually returning.
The chamber, once foreboding, now felt like a temporary sanctuary, a brief respite in their relentless journey. Universe, the figure who had saved them, watched over them with a patient, observant gaze.
When the woman and the scarred man finally opened their eyes, they found Universe waiting, a small, reassuring smile on his face.
"Are you ready to continue?" he asked gently.
The woman nodded, standing up and stretching her limbs. "Yes, thank you for your hospitality. We need to keep moving."
Universe gestured towards a passageway leading out of the chamber. "Follow me. We'll head to Spring City. It's a safe haven for now, and we can learn more about each other along the way."
