The air in the concealed chamber was oppressive, permeated by residual magic, the faint aroma of incense, and the palpable tension of impending confrontation. Aera Vale stood tall, the crown pulsing softly upon her head, accompanied by Kael, sword drawn, and Liora, whose hands glowed with a faint energy as she traced the residual currents left by the architect. Across from them, the hooded figure leaned casually against the wall, their eyes piercing, exuding an aura of confidence that even the seasoned guardians of Eldoria found unsettling.“Your vigilance has been commendable,” Aera uttered, her voice firm and composed. “However, caution alone is insufficient. Every action, every clandestine communication, every shadowed gesture led you to this juncture. Now, you must provide an explanation: why?”The figure responded with a soft chuckle, a sound that reverberated throughout the stone chamber, akin to a ripple of mischief and calculated audacity. “Why?” they repeated, their voice lac
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