The days following the discovery of the summoning circles were a whirlwind of activity. The group worked tirelessly to uncover more of the dark plots hidden within Aetheris. The tension in the city was palpable, and every citizen could feel the encroaching threat.
Alaric, Adrian, Thalia, Damien, and Lady Seraphina gathered once more in the strategy room, their faces etched with fatigue and determination.
"We've managed to disrupt several more circles, but it's becoming clear that we're dealing with a well-organized and extensive operation," Lady Seraphina said, her tone grave. "We need to dig deeper, find the source, and cut it off."
Adrian nodded. "Agreed. We need more information. There must be someone in the city who knows more about these rituals."
Thalia's eyes sparkled with an idea. "What about the Black Market? It's a hub of information, and someone there might know something about these dark magic users."
