Chapter 60: The Prophecy Confirmed
The artifact lay in the center of Ms. Rivera’s desk, glowing faintly under the dim light of her office. It was a small, intricately carved tablet, its surface etched with runes that seemed to shift and shimmer as Anita stared at them.
“This is it,” Ms. Rivera said, her voice laced with awe. “The artifact I’ve been searching for. It’s called the Nexus Stone, and it’s directly tied to the fox bead.”
Anita leaned closer, her breath catching as the tablet’s glow intensified. “What does it say?”
Ms. Rivera adjusted her glasses and traced a finger over the runes, translating them aloud. “The bearer of the fox bead holds the power to bridge the realms of the mortal and the mystical. Their choice will determine the fate of both worlds—either salvation or ruin.”
The room fell silent. Jace, standing by the door with his arms crossed, looked grim. Claire and Max exchanged nervous glances, while Anita felt a cold weight settle in her chest.