The doors closed behind them.

Lucien, Seraphina, Lyra, and Aster stood inside the ancient fortress.

For several seconds, nobody spoke.

The only sound was the distant roar of the sea outside.

Seraphina looked around.

"Where is the First Seal?"

The figure who had brought them inside stood several steps ahead.

"Below."

Lucien frowned.

"How far?"

The figure smiled.

"Far enough for you to discover whether you truly want it."

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They followed him through a long corridor.

Ancient symbols covered the walls.

Some represented Light.

Others represented Darkness.

But in the center of every symbol was the same mark.

Three circles joined together.

Lyra touched one.

"This looks like our...