The fortress bustled with renewed energy as the team returned, their spirits lifted by the successful acquisition of the Celestial Prism. The artifact's arrival was met with a mixture of awe and anticipation, and the fortress's halls seemed to vibrate with a sense of hope.
Elara stood in the war room, flanked by Morgana, Cedric, and Lyra. The Celestial Prism was carefully ensconced in a protective case, its soft glow casting ethereal shadows on the walls. The room was filled with maps, scrolls, and reports as they prepared for their next steps.
"Elara, the Celestial Prism is safely stored and secured," Cedric reported, his tone both relieved and resolute. "The defenses around it have been doubled, and the scholars are already studying its properties."
"Good," Elara replied, her gaze fixed on the artifact. "This could be the key to shifting the balance of power. But we must be cautious. The Shadow Shard will not take kindly to our success."
