The Silent Guardian

Argolaith selected a deep crimson herb, one that pulsed faintly with mana. "This is Emberleaf, should help counteract any potential toxins in the meat."

He crushed the leaves between his fingers, the aromatic essence releasing a wave of warmth as he sprinkled it over the slabs of War Beast meat.

Next, he took Lominara Root, a twisted silver plant known to enhance stamina and reaction speed, and sliced it into thin strips. "This will give us a boost after we eat."

Kaelred raised an eyebrow as Argolaith pulled out another ingredient—a dark purple flower with glowing veins.

"And what's that one?"

Argolaith smirked. "Shadebloom. This one's a gamble—it enhances natural abilities, but if not prepared properly, it can cause hallucinations."

Kaelred gave him a deadpan stare. "And you're just casually throwing that in?"

Argolaith shrugged. "If I mess up, we'll have the strangest dreams of our lives."