The following days were filled with a frenetic energy as Elara and her team solidified their defenses and prepared for the next phase of their mission. The dark clouds that had loomed ominously seemed to have settled into a more persistent, heavy overcast. The air was thick with tension, as though the world itself was holding its breath in anticipation of what was to come.
The team's efforts had paid off. The camp was now fortified with new wards and enchantments derived from the Vault's scrolls. Their detection systems were sharper, and their readiness had improved. Despite these advancements, the dark forces remained a looming threat.
One evening, as the camp settled into a cautious calm, Morgana and Aric gathered the team around the central fire. Morgana held a large, ancient tome, its pages worn but brimming with arcane knowledge.
