Chapter 3: In Contemplation

As I ventured through the dimly lit corridors of the palace, my mind raced with thoughts of the journey ahead. The memory orb nestled safely in my pocket, its weight a constant reminder of the task that lay before me.As I reached the entrance to the royal library, I found Dragona poring over ancient tomes, her brow furrowed in concentration. She looked up as I approached, her eyes bright with anticipation."Your Highness," she greeted me with a nod. "I've been researching the Astromagician's prophecy, trying to uncover any clues that might help us on our quest."I nodded, grateful for her dedication. "What have you found?"She gestured towards a stack of dusty scrolls and weathered manuscripts. "It's a lot to sift through, but I believe I've stumbled upon something significant."Together, we delved into the ancient texts, deciphering cryptic passages and piecing together fragments of a story long forgotten."The Astromagician spoke of a time when the sun would rise to the top of the moon and above the skies," Dragona murmured, her voice filled with awe. "It's a celestial event that occurs once every thousand years—a convergence of the planets that marks the turning point in the prophecy."I felt a shiver run down my spine as the pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place. "And what of the rest of the prophecy?"Dragona's eyes sparkled with excitement as she continued. "He spoke of a chosen one—a prince who would hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the past. A king who would connect the past and bring back time."As the weight of her words settled upon me, I knew that our journey was far from over. The Astromagician's prophecy held the key to our destiny, and it was up to us to unravel its mysteries and fulfill our role in shaping the future of our kingdom.With renewed determination, I turned back to the scrolls, ready to uncover the secrets hidden within the annals of time. And as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the library floor, I knew that our adventure had only just begun.