บท 11: The Whispering

With the artifact in his possession, its energy pulsating through his veins, he felt a surge of determination and purpose unlike any he had ever experienced before. As he held it aloft, the artifact seemed to hum with a mysterious power, resonating with the very essence of the world around him.

But even as he marveled at its otherworldly glow, he knew that he could not linger atop the mountain summit for long. The artifact had led him here for a reason, and he had yet to uncover its true purpose.

With a sense of urgency driving him forward, he carefully secured the artifact within the folds of his cloak, ensuring its safety for the journey ahead. Then, with a final glance at the breathtaking panorama spread out before him, he turned and began the descent down the treacherous slopes of the mountain.