Anrus's eyes bulged with disbelief at the surging life force within the object; such a force was impossible to counterfeit.
Anthony decided not to bring out the Little Sapling or the God of Life because it seemed far-fetched. A 'human' carrying two gods of life would appear blasphemous and profane to the eyes of the elves.
The Heart of Life was just right; it was hard to imitate yet very fitting for their current pretense, entirely plausible.
Hesitantly, Anrus glanced at Anthony, then leaned in for a closer look at the Heart of Life, carefully feeling the surging life force within before enviously remarking, "It really is the Heart of Life."
Anthony sensitively caught the envy in her tone and nonchalantly said, "Yes, you elves have so many treasures, and plenty of things enriched with life force, like the Moon Spring, dewdrops, and the Fruit of Life. The Heart of Life is hardly anything special."