Aria's eyes were lost in thought as she stared out the window, watching the raindrops slide down the pane like tears. She was so caught up in her own world that she didn't even notice the figure standing in the doorway, watching her.
It wasn't until he cleared his throat that Aria turned to face him. She was surprised to see a stranger standing in her doorway, his piercing blue eyes fixed intently on her.
"Who are you?" Aria asked, trying to keep her voice steady.
"My name is Eryn," the stranger replied, his voice low and smooth. "I've been sent to escort you to the Council of Elders."
Aria's heart skipped a beat as she wondered what the Council wanted with her. She had always been told that she was special, that she had a crucial role to play in the future of Elyria. But she had never been given any details, and she couldn't help but feel a sense of trepidation as she followed Eryn out of her room and into the unknown.
As they walked, Aria couldn't help but steal glances at Eryn. There was something about him that seemed familiar, yet she couldn't quite put her finger on what it was. She felt a flutter in her chest as their eyes met, and she quickly looked away, trying to compose herself.
Eryn seemed to sense her unease, and he smiled reassuringly. "Don't worry, Aria," he said. "I'm here to help you. You're safe with me."
Aria felt a surge of gratitude towards Eryn, and she smiled back at him, feeling a sense of comfort that she hadn't felt in a long time. As they continued on their way to the Council of Elders, Aria couldn't help but wonder what lay ahead, and whether Eryn would be by her side every step of the way.
As they walked, the corridors seemed to grow increasingly familiar to Aria. She couldn't shake the feeling that she had been here before, even though she knew that was impossible. Eryn seemed to sense her unease, and he placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder.
Aria felt a jolt of electricity at his touch, and she quickly pulled away, trying to compose herself. She couldn't believe that she was reacting this way to a complete stranger. Eryn's eyes seemed to sparkle with amusement, and Aria felt her face grow hot with embarrassment.
Despite the awkwardness of the moment, Aria couldn't help but feel drawn to Eryn. There was something about him that seemed to radiate an aura of calm and confidence, and Aria found herself wanting to be around him more.
As they turned a corner, the corridors opened up into a large, cavernous space. The room was filled with rows of seats, all of which were occupied by members of the Council of Elders. At the front of the room, a large, ornate chair sat atop a raised dais.
Elder Harlon sat in the chair, his eyes fixed intently on Aria. She felt a shiver run down her spine as he began to speak, his voice low and hypnotic. "Aria, you have been brought before the Council today because you possess a gift," he said. "A gift that could change the course of our world forever."
Aria's heart was racing as she listened to Elder Harlon's words. She had always known that she was different, but she had never imagined that she possessed a gift that could change the world. She felt a surge of excitement and trepidation as she wondered what lay ahead.
Eryn's hand found its way back to Aria's shoulder, and she felt a sense of comfort and reassurance at his touch. She turned to him, her eyes searching for answers, and he smiled back at her, his eyes sparkling with encouragement. Together, they faced the Council, ready to face whatever lay ahead.