Chapter 106: The Aftermath of Shadows

The first golden ray kissed the lands of Eldoria that day, a stark contrast to the passage of night that so willingly offered the exact opposite just hours before, finally giving way to the entrance of the council hall by the now weary yet stalwart heroes, so that the smoke-stained memories of their prior battle could be committed to eternal rest. While it was a victory to take heart from, having beaten back the dark figures and their ritual at the Loom of Fate, it was obvious that the journey was only just beginning.

At the head of the bare wooden table, Elder Elowen surveyed Ariadne, Seraphina, Captain Leander, and the rest of the council. At her feet lay the ancient scroll detailing the Loom of Fate—all of its mysterious runes and diagrams still holding secrets, many of them.

"We were able to halt the dark figures' plans for now," Elowen began with a tone of authority but laden with worry. "However, out of this battle, more questions were birthed than answers. The Loom of Fate, by