Two Doors (1)

Upon sensing that Lars had calmed himself down, Elder Mash'noth quietly summoned her guards and servants to arrange for him to rest. She reassured him several times, even removing one of the silver bells on her collar and pressing it into his hands.

"This bell has been infused with a week's worth of my aura. As long as you have it with you, you'll be in an environment of Divine Light - the Taint will not be able to come near."

Lars nodded, numbly at first, and then more vigorously, grateful for the Divine Beast's kindness.

"...And if needed, you can squeeze it hard to trigger the power within in a burst. For now, just rest - we'll go on with the Truthstone test in the evening."

"Now go on, shoo! Off with you! Ren, my trusted aide, will make sure you're well fed. He'll also fetch you in time for the test. I... Have something to attend to first."