Though subtle, the sound was immediately detected by the vigilant Karina and Enzo, who turned their gazes toward its source. There, they beheld an elderly man with flowing white hair and a long, white beard, clad in a tattered robe. His eyes, though clouded with age, emanated a remarkable wisdom.
"Master Mau!" Karina exclaimed, a note of surprise in her voice.
Enzo looked up instantly.
Could this truly be the Mau?
A sense of unease washed over him. The figure before him exuded an ominous aura.
At that moment, Mau turned his gaze to Karina and gently inquired, "Karina, how did you find your way here? Is there something you seek this time?"
Karina replied candidly, "Master Mau, I wish to request your assistance."
With that, Karina nudged Enzo forward and continued, "My friend here has his elemental powers sealed. I implore you to help lift the ban."
"Lifting the ban…"
