Stepping out of the carriage, Aether and Xara arrived at a grand temple, its white marble exterior gleaming, making the entire place seem almost divine.
"Is this really the place?" Aether asked, his gaze fixed on the temple.
Xara nodded confidently. "Yes. According to all my investigations, she has been here the entire time."
"Investigations?" Aether raised an eyebrow, his expression turning suspicious. "You've been keeping tabs on her?"
Xara coughed awkwardly before stepping forward, avoiding his questioning gaze.
Aether's frown deepened. The more he learned about her, the more he realized how mysterious she was. There was always something she wasn't saying. But instead of pressing further, he simply followed her lead.
As they approached the temple gates, two armoured guards immediately blocked their path.
"Without permission, we cannot allow anyone to enter," one of the guards declared, his tone firm and unwavering.
