The dark sky of the underworld was an unsettling reflection of the shadows dominating Elysiel's thoughts. She and Seraphis walked in silence, the echoes of their footsteps reverberating against the somber rocks. They had left the ruins hours ago, yet the weight of the revelations and the vision of the children still lingered between them. When they reached an isolated clearing, Seraphis suggested they rest before continuing the journey back to Elandor. Both needed a pause to process everything they had uncovered.
— We should stop here, — he said, his voice low but full of understanding. — We still have a long journey to Elandor, and it would be better to face it with our strength renewed.