After successfully escaping the pursuit of the Atlantean guards, Selene led the five students to a hidden harbor concealed behind crystal cliffs. There, a beautiful ship awaited them, crafted from sea-blue wood that shimmered under the sun of Atlantis. The sails were made of soft silk, billowing gracefully as the wind touched them.
"We're heading to Espera," Selene said calmly. "It's an island where our settlement is located, far from the reach of the Atlantean guards."
The five students exchanged glances, a mix of relief and curiosity filling their hearts. Without further words, they boarded the ship, which immediately set sail across the crystal-clear blue sea. Along the way, pink and sea-blue dolphins suddenly emerged from the water, playfully leaping around the ship. Aisha's eyes widened in amazement.
"The dolphins... it's like they're welcoming us," Aisha whispered, her gaze full of wonder.
Selene smiled. "In Atlantis, creatures like these dolphins can sense the energy of outsiders with good intentions. They are welcoming you with peace."
The dolphins continued swimming alongside the ship, moving in harmony with the wind that carried them toward the island of Espera. The vessel glided smoothly over the water, and a sense of calm began to fill the hearts of the students, as if this journey marked the beginning of a much greater adventure.
After some time, a lush, green island appeared on the horizon, surrounded by dense forests and tranquil waters. Soon, they arrived at Selene's settlement—Asvara Village, hidden from the outside world. Nestled in a beautiful valley, the village was encircled by mountains and fertile fields teeming with rare plants and bright flowers. The villagers' homes were made from natural crystal stones that blended seamlessly with the surrounding environment.
As they disembarked from the ship, the five students stood in awe of the village's beauty. Tall trees with blue and purple leaves towered overhead, and rare flowers adorned every corner of the settlement.
"This is incredible," Jay whispered, enchanted.
Selene ordered one of her companions to bring fresh clothes for the students. "Your clothes stand out too much. We don't want to draw more attention from the Atlantean guards."
Selene introduced two of her comrades who had been waiting at the village. Kael was a stern-looking man with long black hair, always prepared to protect the villagers. Mira was a woman with a gentle smile and wise eyes, tasked with maintaining the spiritual balance of Asvara.
"We'll keep you safe here," Kael said as he handed the students soft, comfortable clothes.
After changing into their new attire, Selene began to showcase the extraordinary abilities possessed by the people of Asvara. They watched an elderly woman pick fruit from a tall tree with a simple gesture of her hand, without touching the fruit. The fruits gently floated into a basket prepared below.
"This is called Liritas—the ability to move objects with the mind," Selene explained.
Next, Selene showed them a group of villagers conversing without moving their lips.
"They're using Siloren—the ability to communicate telepathically across distances."
The students watched in amazement. Then they noticed several villagers calmly levitating in the air.
"This ability is called Aerios—the art of floating above the ground," Selene said proudly.
Amelia, stunned, asked, "How do they move so quickly?"
Selene pointed to someone who darted from one end of the village to the other in the blink of an eye.
"That is Veltis—the ability to move as swiftly as the wind. We use it to avoid danger or travel quickly."
"And finally," Selene added, pointing to someone who vanished from one spot and reappeared in another, "is Etransis—the power to teleport instantly from one place to another."
The five students were increasingly fascinated by everything they saw. The world of Atlantis was far more magical than they had ever imagined. Selene smiled at their awe, though behind her smile, she knew their journey was far from over and filled with challenges.
"You will learn much here," Selene said, "but you must also prepare yourselves. Danger always lurks, and soon, you will face far more than just the beauty of Atlantis."