chapter 9 artifact connected to Meera

Malakai reveals the truth about the artifact to Meera, his eyes seemed to be bore into Meera's soul as he spoke , his voice low and mysterious. "Meera, you are not who you think you are. Your past is shrouded in secrets, and the artifact is the key to unlocking them"

Meera's mind reeled as Malakai's words hung in the air. "What secrets could he possibly be talking about ?she felt a shiver run down her spine as Malakai continued.

"You see Meera are are not just a simple village girl, you are the last living heir of an ancient bloodline , one that's has been hidden for centuries. And the artifact ...it is a symbol of your true heritage."

Meera's eyes widened in shock as she stared at Malakai.

Meera's curiosity got the better of her. "What do you mean?" She asked , her voice barely above a whisper. "What ancient bloodline?" And what does it have to do with the artifact?"

Malakai's expression turned somber. "The bloodline of the Eldrida," he said.his voice filled with reverence. " A powerful and ancient lineage , said to posses magical abilities beyond the understanding of mortal men."

Meera's eyes widened in awe. "Magical abilities?" She repeated , "you mean ,like the stories of old?"

Malakai nodded , "The very same, and the artifact , Meera...it is key part of your inheritance. A symbol of your birthright, and a tool of great power "

Meera's mind reeled as she tried to process the information. She has always felt like there was something missing in her life, something she couldn't quite put her finger on. could it be that this ancient bloodline, and the magical abilities that came with it. Were the answers she had been searching for?

Meera is overwhelmed by the revelation, she couldn't understand why her family never told her about it.

And the fact that all her siblings didn't struggle with thier powers, could it be that she is of a different bloodline meaning they are not blood related?

Meera wondered to herself, who am I and what is my purpose for being born?" She kept asking herself questions she didn't have answers to. She was driving herself mad, that she decided she will go get that artifact it belongs to her, she has every right to claim it.

When Malakai heard what Meera was asking for his face turned grave. "Meera, I must warn you, the temple is treacherous, and the artifact is well-guarded. Are you certain you're prepared for this?"

Meera Steeled herself, determination burning within her. "I was born for this, Malakai , I can feel it, are you going to help me or will I have to do this on my own."

Meera I will be truth full why I am doing this with you, as long as it will free my kingdom from this dark force I will do anything to get it. And also you will need my powers to get through those creature of the darkness your power is one this we can't rely on now sisnce you can't fully control them.

Together , Meera and Malakai set off towards the deep forest , the hidden temple to thier destinations. As they walked the trees grew taller , casting long , ominoius shadows on the ground . The air grew thick. And eerie , unnatural silence.

Suddenly,Malakai stopped his head cocked to one side . "Do you hear that?" He whispered.

Meera listened, and soon she too heard the sound of rustling leaves, followed by the faint whispering of unknown voices.

Meera and Malakai exchanged a brief glance before continuing on their path, ignoring the unsettling whispers. The voices grew louder ,but they pressed on, undeterred.

As they ventured deeper into the forest ,the trees seemed to close in around them, casting long, ominoius shadows on the ground. Meera could feel the weight of the forest's gaze upon her, but she Steeled herself, focusing on their mission.

After what seemed like hours of walking the trees parted, revealing a clearing . In the center of the clearing stood the hidden temple, entrance guarded by two massive stone statues.

Malakai approached the statues, examining them carefully. These are ancient guardians," he said. His voice filled with reverence. "They will only allow those with the purest of intentions to pass."

Meera felt a surge of determination, "I've come too far to turn back now." She said,stepping forward.

As she approached the statues, they sprang to life , their eyes glowing with an otherworldly energy. Meera stood tall, meeting their gaze.

News focused her mind , reaching out to the statues in a gentle , calming gesture.

She sensed a deep energy emeinating from the ancient guardians, an energy that seemed to resonate with the whispers she had heard earlier.

As she connects with the statues a surge of visions and emotions flood her mind, she saw the temple's creation , the ancient civilizations that had built it.

And the powerful magic that had been imbued within its walls.

The statues sensing Meera's genuine intentions and connection to the artifact, slowly nodded their heads in unison. The glowing eyes dimmed , and the statues stepped aside , granting Meera and Malakai passage into the temple.

As they entered the temple ,Meera felt a strange , tingling sensation in her fingers.

The air inside was thick with an otherworldly energy, and could sense the artifact's presence , calling to her.

As the stopped in adjusting to the dim light within, the room was small with a single pedestal in the center.

There lay the artifact on the pedestal at its centre, glowing with ethereal light , as she approached it she grabbed it, The instant Conbection to it made her feel like the feling of something missing in her life has been filled in an instant.

" What is it?" Malakai asked her.

"I feel it's connection to me but I feel nothing changed in me, all I know is that I have to go home and find out what my parents are using about my past.

I don't even know what all those visions that I just saw mean, I need clarity and my parents are the only people who know what needs to be done please Malakai allow me to go please. "She pleads."this will help us both to be free of the dark force.

He thought about it for a while and agreed .

"Ok, I will agree on a condition that I go with you, and no one should know who I am including your family. "

"I promise I won't tell anyone who you are, and I will maks sure we both benefit from the whole thing.

They left the temple Malakai stopped.

"Wait I have to cast a spell so that none of the creatures will know it's us , so thye won't allert the dark force of our journey.

He raised his hands said some chanting words and a ball of light flashed then it went dark again.

"It's done , let's go . Making their way to Meera's town.