Chapter 176 The Path To Veylan Citadel

• The morning sun bathed the land in golden hues, and the group continued their journey, their spirits lifted by the promise of a way forward. But the path ahead was not without its challenges. The mountains, once a quiet haven, now seemed to hum with an unseen energy. Ariella’s senses were heightened; every rustling leaf and distant sound felt like a warning. She had never felt so attuned to the land before, as though the earth itself was speaking to her.
• “We need to find shelter soon,” Ralgar said, his gaze scanning the rugged landscape. “The terrain here is treacherous, and I’m not sure how much further we can go without rest.”
• Ariella nodded, wiping the sweat from her brow. Despite the cold winds, the exertion of the journey was taking its toll. They had been traveling for hours, and the rocky terrain had not been kind.