As they emerged from the temple, they were greeted by the warm sunshine and the sounds of nature. The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers, and the trees seemed to sway gently in the breeze.
Lyra took a deep breath, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. "It's over," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
Eira nodded, her expression grim. "But at what cost?" she asked.
Raven's gaze was distant, his mind still reeling from the battle. "We saved the world," he said finally. "But at what cost?"
Gwyneth approached them, her eyes grave. "The Dark Force may be banished, but its effects will linger," she said. "Many innocent lives were lost during the war. We must do everything in our power to help those affected."
Raven's eyes snapped back to focus. "We need to get back to our people," he said. "We need to tell them what happened and help them heal."
Eira nodded. "And we need to find out what Morwen's plans were," she added. "Was he working alone? What was his ultimate goal?"
As they made their way back to their respective homes, they knew that their journey was far from over. They had saved the world from one darkness, but new challenges lay ahead.