The early morning light filtered through the dense canopy of the forest as Elara and her team returned to the village. The cleansing of the dark magic site had taken a toll on all of them, but the faintest glimmer of hope shone through the exhaustion. The oppressive atmosphere had lifted, but the unresolved mystery of the disturbances loomed large.
Upon arriving at their camp, Elara found the village abuzz with activity. The villagers, though still shaken, were working diligently to restore their homes and make preparations for whatever might come next. The sight of their resilience was heartening, but it also underscored the urgency of their mission.
Elara gathered her team around a central campfire. "We've managed to neutralize one source of dark magic, but we need to continue our efforts. Morgana, Seraphina, what can you tell us about the other sites?"