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The architecture of the Earth Elemental Temple was simple and unassuming, made entirely out of grey stone. Between the massive blocks of rock, there was only a slender gap, so thin that not even a sheet of paper could slip through.
Dozens of huge stone columns stood in parallel, each towering over ten stories high. Standing before the temple, Song Jian felt as though it was a palace built for the giants of legend.
A beastly roar emanated from within the temple, causing Tuya to become cautious.
"My lord, it seems something has already claimed this place..." Tuya said, his face grim.
If it were an unclaimed temple, then at most it would be guarded by a group of earth and stone elements. However, if the temple was occupied, it likely housed a large contingent of guardian soldiers.
"Let's go in and meet them." Having said that, Song Jian took the lead and walked towards the temple.