The dark smoke dissipated, leaving behind an unnerving silence. Isla and Kai stood, their breaths echoing in the vast cavern. The lingering chill of the servant's presence hung heavy in the air.
"He's gone," Kai said, his voice low, his gaze scanning the shadows.
Isla nodded, her hand still tingling from the surge of Elara's magic. "But he won't be the last," she said, her voice filled with a grim certainty.
Anya's betrayal flashed through Isla's mind, a sharp sting of pain. How could someone they trusted turn against them so easily??
"We need to find out why," Isla said, her voice filled with determination. "Why Anya betrayed us, and what Thane wants with us."
Kai nodded, his expression grim. "The whispers…they mentioned Thane's plans. We need to find out what they are."
They began to explore the network of tunnels, following the faint pull of the amulet's energy. Each step echoed in the silence, a stark reminder of their isolation, their vulnerability.
As they ventured deeper, they discovered remnants of past battles, broken weapons, and faded symbols etched into the walls. These were not just tunnels; they were a battleground, a testament to a long and brutal struggle.
A sense of urgency grew within them. They were not just fighting for themselves; they were fighting for the very balance of the world. They had to find the answers, they had to stop Thane, before it was too late.