In the dimness of the Underworld of Elysium, Elara's frustration and sadness echoed through the ethereal expanse. "Underworld of Elysium? Looks like we have failed," she lamented.
Zeirsulair, with a reassuring tone, responded, "Why do you say that, Elara?"
"Everything I've been through, and now it's all useless... We are trapped here for eternity," Elara expressed in despair.
Zeirsulair, maintaining his steadfast resolve, said, "I see. Don't speak like that. I believe there must be another way, Elara. Together, we will find the way out." His words cut through the despondency, injecting a glimmer of hope into their uncertain situation.
"If you need time, it's okay. I can give you the time, Elara," Zeirsulair said, understanding the weight of their situation.
After a brief pause, Elara gathered her resolve and responded, "Zeirsulair, let's find our way out of here." Determination replaced the initial despair.
Zeirsulair smirked, "So, you've finally made up your mind?"
Elara nodded with determination, "Yes, sitting around in silence won't change anything. It's time to take action."
Zeirsulair smiled and replied, "Well then, lead the way. Unfortunately, I can't transform into a dragon here; it seems this place is too confined for my true form." Their journey through the mysterious Underworld of Elysium began, with Elara taking the lead, determined to find an escape from their predicament.
A moment later, Elara continued, "It looks like there's a village in this Underworld of Elysium."
Zeirsulair observed, "Yes, I never thought there would be people living here."
Suddenly, one of the villagers noticed Elara and Zeirsulair and welcomed them with a warm smile. "Welcome! It seems like you're new here. What brings you to this place?"
Elara replied, "Hello, nice to meet you. I am Elara. Yes, we are new here and want to find a way out."
"Oh, I apologize, Elara. I forgot to introduce myself. My name is Abdul. So, you want to find a way out? Well then, I'll take you to the chief," said Abdul, introducing himself to the newcomers. The villagers guided Elara and Zeirsulair toward their chief.
As Abdul approached the village chief, Ludmilla, he said, "Ludmilla, I've brought you newcomers. It seems like they want to find a way out of here."
Ludmilla, a wise and acknowledged Abdul with a nod and turned her gaze toward Elara and Zeirsulair. "Welcome to our village. Abdul tells me you seek a way back to Elysium. Before I guide you, I'd like to understand the reasons that drive you to return."
Elara, after a brief pause, shared the details, "Our purpose in Elysium has yet to be fulfilled. We were on a quest to forge the Necro Sword, a weapon that could potentially save our world from a looming threat. Azathoth might awaken once again, but Aiden thwarted our efforts, sealed us, and banished us to the Underworld of Elysium."
Ludmilla's eyes tightened with concern. "Aiden? I see... that man. Never trust him," she remarked. Turning to Elara, she continued, "As for your inquiry, everyone you see here was once living in Elysium. However, Aiden expelled us from our home."
Ludmilla continued with a hint of bitterness, "I used to be the chief in the Garden of Elysium. However, Aiden decided to betray me. He cunningly regained the trust of the other villagers and, in a twisted move, slandered me by claiming that my leadership posed a threat to the safety of Elysium. Thus, I was unjustly expelled. I still recall Ortwin's words, that when the time comes to aid someone in forging the Necro Sword, that person would be you, Elara."
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Ashes Whisper
FantasyAshes Whisper is a novel that follows the story of Elara, a young woman cursed with the ability to absorb the souls of the dead. As the war takes a heavy toll on Elara, she struggles to keep fighting, and her curse becomes increasingly difficult to...
