Chapter 522: Chapter 522: Beneath the mist, lies a web of lies

The ascent down the mountain was as treacherous as the climb up had been, but the team moved with a renewed sense of purpose. The ancient sword—now securely strapped to Elara's back—seemed to pulse with a quiet energy, lending them strength as they navigated the narrow, icy paths. The weight of the weapon was reassuring, a constant reminder that they had overcome the trials of the Heart of the Mountain and were one step closer to their goal.

As they descended into the thickening mist, the air grew heavier, the visibility reduced to mere feet ahead. The once clear sky was now obscured by swirling clouds, casting an eerie, almost oppressive atmosphere over the mountain. The group moved in near silence, the only sound the crunch of snow beneath their boots and the occasional creak of ice shifting under the weight of their steps.