Chapter 125: Whispers of the Sand God

The group ventured deeper into the ancient temple, their footsteps echoing through the labyrinthine corridors. The sandstone walls were etched with hieroglyphs, depicting scenes of gods and mortals in a dance of reverence and fear. Dim light filtered through cracks in the ceiling, casting flickering shadows that seemed to move on their own. The air grew heavy, thick with the weight of forgotten histories and the promise of imminent danger.

Nyla, her emerald eyes scanning the walls with fascination, paused before a particularly elaborate mural. "This," she said, her voice soft yet commanding attention, "depicts Amunet, the Goddess of Shadows and Secrets. She's said to be a protector of the realm, but only for those who prove their worth."