The group stood in stunned silence, the aftermath of the battle still resonating in the air. Eryndor's eyes scanned the horizon, searching for any sign of Arcturus or the darkness.
Lyra broke the silence, her voice soft. "What just happened? Did Arcturus...did he get consumed by the darkness?"
Eryndor's expression was grim. "I don't know. But we need to be prepared. If the darkness has him, we'll have to face it again."
The group nodded in agreement, their faces set with determination. They knew the road ahead wouldn't be easy, but they were ready to face whatever challenges lay in store.
As they began to tend to their wounds and regroup, Zephyr spoke up. "We should get back to the city. We need to warn them about the darkness and prepare for what's coming."
The group nodded, and they
