The aftermath of the battle had left its mark not only on the land but also on those who had fought to protect it. The village, now bustling with activity, was in the midst of rebuilding and recovering. Elara and her team remained central to the efforts, working tirelessly to ensure that the peace they had fought for would be sustained.
One crisp morning, as the first light of dawn broke through the clouds, Elara received an unexpected visitor. An old scholar from the Kingdom of Arathor, a man with a long beard and deep-set eyes, arrived at the village. He carried with him a leather-bound tome, its cover embossed with the emblem of an ancient order.
"Lady Elara," the scholar greeted her with a deep bow. "I bring urgent news and a piece of history that may aid us in understanding the forces we've faced."
Elara, intrigued, led the scholar to a quiet corner of the village where they could speak privately. "What news do you bring?"
