With the artifact purified, Kael carefully retrieved it from the pedestal. The once-corrupted crystal now radiated a gentle, soothing light. He could sense that the caverns were healing, their magic returning to its natural state.
As Kael prepared to leave the Whispering Caverns, the runes on the walls began to illuminate with vivid colors. The whispers that had plagued him earlier now formed coherent messages, revealing fragments of ancient prophecies and lost knowledge.
One prophecy stood out to Kael:
"In the time of shadows, a beacon will rise. The Arcanist's path will be illuminated by the light of truth. Seek the hidden realms and unravel the threads of fate."
The cryptic message resonated with Kael, hinting at the deeper mysteries that lay ahead in his journey. He understood that his role as an Arcanist was far from over and that his actions would have far-reaching consequences.