Lirien's eyes scanned the scroll, her mind racing with the implications of what she had found. The ritual described in the ancient text was said to unlock the temple's true power, allowing the practitioner to tap into the ancient magic that lay dormant within its walls.
Despite her reservations, Lirien felt an overwhelming urge to perform the ritual. She sensed that it could hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the temple and perhaps even saving her friends and allies.
As she began to read through the ritual, Lirien felt a strange energy building inside her. The words seemed to pulse with an otherworldly power, and she could feel her own magic responding to their ancient energy.
With a sense of trepidation, Lirien decided to begin the ritual. She closed her eyes, focusing on the words of the ancient text as she spoke them aloud. The air around her began to charged with energy, and she felt herself being drawn deeper into the ritual.
As she continued, Lirien's senses expanded, and she began to see visions of the temple's past. She saw ancient civilizations rising and falling, and powerful sorcerers wielding incredible magic.
The ritual reached its climax, and Lirien felt herself being transported through time and space. She found herself standing in a vast, empty chamber deep within the temple, surrounded by rows of ancient pedestals.
Each pedestal held a glowing crystal orb, and Lirien felt an overwhelming urge to take one. As she reached out, a voice boomed from above, echoing off the walls.
The Oracle Speaks
"You have unlocked the power of the ancient ones," it thundered. "But are you prepared to wield it?"
Lirien stood frozen, unsure of what to say or do. The voice continued to echo through the chamber, its words piercing her very soul.
Lirien has decided to refuse the offer and ask questions!
The voice from above fell silent, and Lirien felt a sense of relief wash over her. She took a deep breath and spoke up, her voice steady.
"I'm not sure I'm ready to wield such power," she said. "Can you tell me more about what I'm getting myself into? What are the consequences of taking an orb?"
The voice responded, its tone unwavering. "You have been chosen for a reason, Lirien. The orbs hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the temple, and with them, you will be granted immense power. But with that power comes great responsibility. You must be prepared to face the consequences of your actions."
Lirien felt a shiver run down her spine. She was torn between her desire for knowledge and her fear of the unknown.
Meanwhile, Arin and Eira had continued their search for the artifact. They had finally reached the heart of the temple, where they found a large stone door adorned with intricate carvings.
Arin examined the door closely, trying to find a hidden mechanism or symbol that would unlock it. Eira watched anxiously, her eyes scanning the surrounding area for any signs of danger.
Suddenly, Arin's eyes lit up. "I think I found it," he said, his voice excited. "This symbol is a puzzle piece from the ancient text we found earlier. If I press it in just the right way..."
Eira watched in awe as Arin carefully pressed the symbol, and the stone door began to slide open.
As they stepped inside, Lirien found herself face to face with Arin and Eira. The three of them exchanged looks, their faces filled with excitement and trepidation.