Chapter 677

The group split up to search the temple and the surrounding area for objects that embodied the elements. They worked tirelessly, their determination fueled by the knowledge that they were on the brink of a significant discovery.

After several hours of searching, they returned with their findings. For earth, they had collected a handful of rich, dark soil from the temple grounds. For air, they had captured a gentle breeze in a specially designed container. For fire, they had gathered embers from a nearby sacred flame. And for water, they had brought a vial of pure, crystal-clear water from a sacred spring.

They placed each object on its respective pedestal, and as they did, the symbols began to glow with a vibrant light. The air around them hummed with energy, and the central pedestal started to emit a soft, golden glow.