Chapter 98

• The quiet stillness of the meditation chamber enveloped Amara as she sat cross-legged on the floor, the artifact resting in her lap. Its faint glow cast soft shadows on the stone walls, the energy it radiated soothing yet elusive. Amara closed her eyes, her breathing steady, as she reached out to the artifact with her thoughts. She needed answers—about its nature, its connection to The Harbinger, and her own place as its guardian.
• The energy of the artifact responded to her touch, a gentle warmth flowing through her veins. It felt alive, almost sentient, as if it recognized her struggle and wanted to help. But beneath the warmth lay a current of something darker, a flicker of unease that made her pulse quicken. She focused, pushing past her doubts, and let the artifact’s energy guide her deeper.
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