Sylvaine stood in her quiet sanctuary, her focus locked on the glowing orb floating toward her. The air hummed with energy, and her heart quickened as she extended her hands to receive it. The orb pulsated with light before dissolving into her palms, leaving behind an ancient parchment glowing faintly in the dim room.
She furrowed her brow as she unrolled the parchment, her eyes scanning the intricate symbols and words written in an arcane language. Three faces slowly emerged from the page: Aria, Valerie, and Regan. Sylvaine’s breath caught as she took in the trio, their features glowing with a divine radiance.
“Magic, courage, and strength,” she murmured, piecing together the message. Her mind raced, trying to decipher who could have sent this. The energy felt familiar yet distant, but the purpose was clear—these three were destined for something monumental.
Sylvaine lowered the parchment, her gaze drifting toward the window where the morning sun still glowed faintly. She clasped her hands together in prayer.
“Thank you, Moon Goddess, for guiding us in these dark times. I will do everything I can to prepare them.”
As the parchment faded into nothingness, Sylvaine took a deep breath, steeling herself for the trials ahead.
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Nightfall – Black Mansion