Chapter 81

Emily slowly approached the central stone altar, its surface etched with swirling symbols and patterns. She ran her hand along the cold, rough surface, tracing the intricate carvings. The others held back, watching intently.

As her fingers moved across the altar, the spiral motif that was repeated frequently seemed to glow faintly at her touch. Emily paused over it, feeling a thrum of energy.

"This symbol..." she murmured. "I think it's the key."

"The key to what?" Jasper whispered.

Emily shook her head. "I'm not sure yet. But this altar clearly was very important to their rituals. I can feel power emanating from it."

She took a deep breath and pressed her palm firmly on the glowing spiral. Immediately, the carvings blazed with light, illuminating the entire chamber. Everyone gasped and shielded their eyes. Emily kept her hand in place, transfixed by the energy now flowing into her.

Ancient whispers echoed through the room. Then Emily spoke, but not with her own voice - it was clear
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