Third POV
The hours ticked by as they continued their research, their concentration unbroken. The atmosphere in the room was thick with the weight of their task, every page turned and every note taken resonating with a sense of urgency. They cross-referenced ancient scrolls, discussed various interpretations of the spell, and argued about the best approach they could use in making the spell work, their voices hushed but intense.
As the night wore on, fatigue began to set in, but none of them wavered. Their determination was a palpable force, driving them to push through their exhaustion. Maria's eyes gleamed with a mixture of hope and apprehension as she meticulously transcribed the necessary runes onto fresh parchment. Carl's steady hand helped her, his unwavering support a source of st
