Chapter 159: The Hidden Temple.

Chloe and Liam stretched to the very edge of the impenetrable woods, looking over the map that was pointing them to a hidden temple deep within forest dungeons. Legend spoke of this shrine, which held the artifact to counteract the evil magic before it threatened to land. "Are you ready?" Chloe went for a lopsided smile, her voice steady but her eyes showing the chaos, fear, and thrills. Liam nodded. "We have to. Our world depends on it." Ella, Marcus, and a couple more already readied themselves and joined in. They progressed into the forest, following the markings from their map. The forest abounded with briar and roots; it hurt to travel into it. But the driven friends went farther, knowing nothing but to get to that temple. Hours of trekking led them to a clearing, inside of which stood a centuries-old stone structure with walls partly covered with moss and vines. The temple exuded an air of power and secrecy; it was oppressive and enigmatic, with carvings of symbols on the wa