As Agastya's journey into the mystical deepened, the trials he faced became more arduous. The path toward becoming a mortal protector, as outlined in the ancient texts, was fraught with physical, mental, and spiritual challenges. Yet, as difficult as the path was, Agastya found an unexpected source of strength and solace in his family.
By this time, Agastya had shared parts of his journey with Meera. Initially, she had been skeptical of his talk about divine energies, ancient practices, and a path toward godhood. But as she observed the changes in Agastya—his newfound focus, his calm demeanor, and the strange yet unmistakable aura that seemed to emanate from him—she began to believe that something extraordinary was indeed happening.