Kael and Morgana led their small group of warriors and mages back through the silent forest, the Heartstone wrapped in enchanted cloth, its aura contained but resonant with a quiet strength. They moved swiftly, their urgency tempered by a new, cautious purpose. The revelations at the Shrine of Origins weighed on their minds and hearts, and each step forward felt like a step into an uncertain but vital future.
As they approached the edges of Valtoria's territory, Kael paused, scanning the landscape. "When we return," he said, his voice low, "we'll need to share what we've learned. But it can't be just another call to arms. Our people need to understand that this fight isn't just against the void—it's against the darkness within ourselves."
