The urge to act is overwhelming. The stone circle feels like it's waiting for something—waiting for me to make the next move. Every part of me wants to know what's hidden here, what this place can offer.
I glance at the system one last time.
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[Mission: Activate the Stone Circle]
Gold Needed: 25
Gold Available: 0
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I have no gold left. It's frustrating. But then, an idea strikes me—what if the stone circle itself holds something that can help me? There's no harm in trying.
I place my hand firmly on one of the stones again, letting the hum of energy surge through my body. My heart races as I concentrate on the stone, feeling its warmth and strange vibration. The stone feels alive, responding to my touch as if it recognizes something within me.
Suddenly, the hum grows louder, and the air around the stone circle thickens. A flash of blue light bursts from the center of the circle, blinding me momentarily. I stagger back, shielding my eyes.
When the light fades, I blink rapidly, adjusting to the new reality around me. The air smells different—thicker, almost charged. I look down, and the system screen appears once more:
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[Activation Complete: Stone Circle]
Gold: 25
New Mission: Choose a Reward from the Stone Circle
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My heart pounds in my chest. Gold? I've received gold just from activating the stones? That was unexpected. I stare at the glowing screen, uncertain of what just happened. The stone circle is no longer just an ancient relic. It seems to have unlocked something, or perhaps provided me with some form of… reward.
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[Choose Your Reward]
Option 1: 50 Gold
Option 2: Summon Unit
Option 3: Unlock Territory (1 Acre)
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I can feel the weight of the decision. 50 gold would allow me to expand more, buy land, or summon additional units. But summoning a unit could give me immediate help. And unlocking territory would give me more space to develop.
I take a deep breath, my mind running through the possibilities.
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