*Chapter 40: The Land of Wind*

The journey to the Land of Wind was arduous. The vast desert was unforgiving, with sandstorms and scorching heat making travel difficult. Despite the harsh conditions, Himanshu and Divyansh pressed on, their resolve unwavering.

Upon reaching the Land of Wind, they were met by the Sand Village's representatives. Gaara, now fully recovered, welcomed them and provided crucial information about the ancient ruin.

"The relic the Akatsuki seek is said to be located in the ruins of an old temple," Gaara explained. "It's a place of great historical significance and power. We've been working to keep it secure, but we need your help."

Himanshu nodded. "We'll make sure the relic remains protected. We should head to the ruins and assess the situation."

As they approached the ancient ruins, the desolate landscape gave way to a weathered structure, partially buried in sand. The ruins were surrounded by a series of traps and defenses, evidence of their historical significance.