Chapter 12: The Hidden Tribe

We scrambled to our feet, the chamber around us filled with an eerie, pulsating light. The ground continued to tremble, and the air crackled with the energy of the ancient artifact. Our hearts pounded in our chests as we tried to make sense of what was happening.

"Everyone okay?" I called out, scanning our group.

"Just a little bruised," Mara replied, dusting herself off.

Drake checked Lena, who was still in shock from the fall. "She's okay. Just shaken."

The captive attacker, still bound, lay on the ground, his eyes wide with terror. He struggled against his restraints, his gaze fixed on the glowing artifact.

"We need answers," I said, turning to the captive. "What is this place? And what do you know about the artifact?"

The man's eyes darted around the room, his fear palpable. "This is the heart of the island," he said, his voice trembling. "It's where the artifact's true power is concentrated. It's also where the hidden tribe lives."

"Hidden tribe?" Lena asked, her voice shaky. "Wh
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