LUCAS
I asked the monks about the test we were to undergo, a sense of curiosity and determination welled up inside me. I wanted to prove to them, and to myself, that our intentions were pure and honorable. I needed to know what challenges lay ahead so we could face them head-on.
"What kind of test will we be undergoing?" I inquired, trying to maintain a composed demeanor despite the urgency of the situation.
The eldest monk regarded me with a serene gaze, his wisdom evident in the lines etched on his face. "You and Alpha Damon will be tested to reveal your truest intentions," he replied calmly.
I nodded, understanding the need for such a test. The secrets of the scroll were of great significance, and the monks were duty-bound to ensure it did not fall into the wrong hands. I was ready
