The sun had fully set by the time the Guardians returned to their base, their minds heavy with the knowledge and artifacts they had gathered from the hidden citadel. The atmosphere at the base was filled with a quiet sense of urgency as they began to process and secure their newfound resources.
Elara, weary but resolute, convened a meeting with the team in the main hall. The room was dimly lit by flickering torches and the soft glow of the artifacts they had brought back. Each member of the team took their place, their faces reflecting the exhaustion and determination of their recent ordeal.
"We've accomplished a lot today," Elara began, her voice steady despite the fatigue. "But there's still much to be done. We need to understand the significance of the artifacts and the tomes we recovered from the citadel."
