Chapter 539

Zarah moved closer to Madison, visibly frightened. Nicholas also looked a bit scared. Madison turned back to look at Walter, only to find him looking at her as well. He gave her a refined smile. Madison stayed silent and turned to Ian instead. His expression was unusually grim as he shook his head slightly at her. Walter raised his hands, signaling the villagers to quiet down. The crowd fell silent instantly, their eyes burning with anticipation as they stared at Walter. A cool night breeze swept through, rustling the branches and leaves of the sacred tree above. The lush green foliage, bathed in the dim night light, appeared foreboding and ominous. Walter slightly tilted his head back, his gaze fixed on the sacred tree. "The sacred tree has protected us for a thousand years. Now, its power has dwindled. As the people it has blessed, it is our duty to restore its vitality." "Restore its vitality!" The villagers' voices echoed into the night sky. Madison and her group quickly gat