Chapter 601: Chapter 601: Foreboding

The following days passed in a whirlwind of activity as preparations for the Rite of Lumina took shape. The Citadel buzzed with energy, every corner echoing with the sounds of hurried footsteps, urgent discussions, and the hum of magic as mages worked tirelessly to weave protective wards and enchantments. The once-quiet hallways were now filled with the determined faces of warriors, scholars, and emissaries from allied realms, all converging for the impending ritual.

Elara, Morgana, and Thorne spent their time overseeing the preparations, ensuring that every detail was meticulously handled. The weight of their responsibilities pressed on them, but the unity and purpose they had forged in the Crucible of Unity strengthened their resolve.