The Heart of the Caverns 2

The guardian’s voice echoed through the chamber, low and resonant, filled with a power that made my heart skip a beat. “Only those who are worthy may claim what lies within.”

For a brief moment, none of us moved. The air was thick with tension. I could feel the pulse of energy from the heart of the caverns vibrating through my bones, but it was more than that. The guardian wasn’t just challenging our strength—it was testing our minds, our fears.

Eve broke the silence first, her voice steady despite the enormity of the situation. “We’ve come too far to turn back now. Whatever this thing is, it’s not stopping us.”

Felix stepped forward beside her, his shield raised, his expression calm but determined. “We need to approach this carefully. Rushing in without a plan could trigger a defensive reaction from the guardian.”