Deep within the estate, behind a heavy wooden door reinforced with rusted iron, was a dark ancient chamber. There was still damp air inside. Every step had a sharp echo, as though the room had been silent for centuries and was finally ready to hear something. There, the Elders waited for the arrival of Lena.

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Kael walked ahead, and Lena followed closely behind. She had a lot of questions going on in her mind as they headed for the inner chamber. Who exactly are the Elders? And what is really going on? Oh Goddess, please, let this not be the thing that ruins everything I’ve planned.

Lost in her...