Chapter 3: The Hidden Path Revealed
Lythari's words hung in the air like a challenge, and Eira felt a surge of determination course through her veins. She had come too far to turn back now. The sorceress nodded, as if sensing Eira's resolve.
"Very well, young one," Lythari said, her eyes glinting with a hint of mischief. "The hidden path to Eldarath is revealed in the scrolls, but it requires a specific key to decipher the clues."
Lythari rummaged through a nearby chest, producing a small, delicate crystal that pulsed with a soft blue light. "This is a Starheart crystal, imbued with the essence of the celestial bodies. It will reveal the hidden path, but you must first unlock its secrets."
Eira took the crystal, feeling its gentle hum of energy. As she held it up to the scrolls, the symbols began to shift and rearrrange themselves, revealing a hidden message.
"The path begins at the ancient Oak of Whispers," Lythari translated, her eyes scanning the message. "From there, follow the stream of moonlight to the Bridge of Shadows. The city of Eldarath lies beyond."
Eira's heart skipped a beat as she gazed at the scrolls, the hidden path unfolding before her like a treasure map. She felt a thrill of excitement mixed with trepidation. The journey would be fraught with danger, but she was ready to face whatever lay ahead.
With the Starheart crystal in hand, Eira felt a sense of purpose she had never felt before. She was no longer just a curious apprentice; she was a seeker of secrets, a weaver of tales, and a brave adventurer. The lost city of Eldarath beckoned, and Eira was ready to answer.