Chapter 651

One afternoon, while the villagers were engaged in their daily activities, a sudden tremor shook the ground. It was brief but strong enough to cause alarm. Jude, who had been helping to construct a new shelter, immediately gathered his team. "We need to investigate this," he said, his expression serious. "It could be a sign of something deeper happening on the island."

Nefertari nodded, her eyes filled with concern. "We should start by checking the Heart of the Island. If there's an imbalance, it might be the source."

They made their way to the hidden chamber where the Heart of the Island resided. As they approached the entrance, they could feel a faint vibration in the air. Inside, the crystal's light seemed dimmer, its usual vibrant glow now a subdued shimmer.

Mira knelt beside the crystal, placing her hands on its surface. "It's weaker," she said, her voice tinged with worry. "Something is draining its energy."