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9 : The Gate of Ardent Fortress
Author: delza
last update2025-02-05 23:24:51

The footsteps of Elden, Kaelar, Vaelis, and Renard echoed along the narrowing stone corridor. The air around them began to change, growing colder and heavier, as if something unseen was pressing down on them. The dim light from the torch Vaelis carried cast long shadows on the walls, creating the illusion that they were not alone.

After walking for several minutes, they finally arrived before a massive gate made of intricately carved black metal. The engravings depicted a great dragon with outstretched wings, its eyes appearing to watch anyone who stood before it.

Kaelar placed his hand on the gate. "So, this is Ardent Fortress?"

Renard nodded. "This is the entrance. But getting inside won’t be that easy."

Elden stepped forward, sensing something strange about the gate. "Why not?"

Renard looked at him seriously. "This gate will only open for those with the blood of a true dragon. Without it, anyone who tries to enter will die on the spot."

Elden felt his heart beat faster. "So, I have
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