The Flame's Ascent

Chapter 2: Prequel Two: Secrets Among the Stones



Deep beneath the Crimson Keep, the flickering light of enchanted torches illuminated a vast archive of ancient texts and forgotten relics. Professor Lysander Varyn, the royal historian, carefully unrolled a brittle scroll across a stone table. His gold-flecked black eyes gleamed with both curiosity and trepidation.

"This predates the consolidation of the noble families," he murmured, tracing the faded ink with a gloved finger. "If these accounts are accurate, the founders' powers were not granted by divine prophecy but taken… forcibly."

His assistant, Calla, stood nearby, her brow furrowed. "Professor, if the royal family knew you were studying this—"

"They don't," Lysander interrupted. His voice softened as he added, "And they mustn't. Not until we understand the truth. This knowledge could destabilize everything."

Calla hesitated, then nodded. Together, they began cataloging the scrolls, their shared unease palpable in the dim chamber. Above them, the distant echo of footsteps hinted at the weight of the secrets buried beneath the kingdom.


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