The chamber's oppressive darkness had dissipated, leaving behind an atmosphere of eerie calm. The central crystal's light continued to pulse softly, casting gentle illuminations around the room. Elara, Kirin, Thalia, and Lyra regrouped, their faces reflecting a mixture of exhaustion and resolve.
"We've overcome the Warden's test," Elara said, her voice steady as she surveyed the chamber. "But the real challenge is still ahead. We need to harness the crystal's power and prepare for the final confrontation."
Kirin approached the crystal, its light now less intense but still radiant. "How do we activate it? The Warden mentioned responsibility. We need to understand what that means."
Lyra examined the crystal closely. "The Warden spoke of responsibility, but also of power. I think we need to align our intentions with the crystal's energy. If we want to use this power against the darkness, we must focus our minds and wills."
