The Heartstone's Whisper

As the remnants of The Circle's chaos began to fade, a profound silence fell over the battlefield. The darkness that had threatened to engulf us receded, leaving only the flickering remnants of magic hanging in the air like smoke from a dying fire. I took a deep breath, trying to steady my racing heart as I glanced around at the faces of my allies. There was a mix of relief and uncertainty etched across their features, the weight of what we had just endured pressing heavily upon us.

“Is it over?” Lila asked, her voice a tentative whisper. She stood close, her expression a blend of hope and apprehension.