Lapis Heart 8: Chapter 8
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On that peaceful night, the faint candlelight and the distant starlight wove together a beautiful picture. Leia and her team sat around the makeshift camp. Despite the fatigue from a day of adventure, their satisfied and excited smiles revealed their inner joy. Each person had their own story and experiences, and in this moment, they shared the bits and pieces of this journey. 0
 
"That battle today was intense. I thought we might be defeated by that stone guardian," Aiden said, his voice carrying a light-hearted laughter. 0
 
 
"Indeed, but we did well, especially Leia and Maya, you found the weak points of the guards," another team member joined the conversation, praising the two teammates. 0
 
The night breeze gently brushed by, bringing the coolness and tranquility of the night, seemingly washing away the day's toil and sweat for them. Under the starry sky, they shared their dreams and visions for the future, each person's eyes shining with hope. 0
 
 
The next morning, as the first rays of sunlight illuminated the horizon, the team once again set out, entering the underground chamber filled with mystery and the unknown. Inside the chamber, the mysterious runes on the stone monument continued to shimmer with ancient and enigmatic brilliance in the new day. These runes seemed to be messengers of time, silently recording past stories and awaiting interpretation by those destined to encounter them. 0
 
"Look at these runes, they seem even more vivid than yesterday," Leia said, her eyes filled with a thirst for knowledge. 0
 
 
"Indeed, there must be some kind of secret hidden behind these runes, perhaps the story of this ancient civilization," Maya added, her voice revealing excitement at the prospect of discovering something new. 0
 
As the team gathered in front of the ancient stone stele, earnestly studying the mysterious runes inscribed on it, Ozmand accidentally took a few steps back and bumped into what seemed to be a sturdy wall behind him. This sudden turn of events surprised everyone. They had not anticipated that this solid wall would produce a hollow sound from an inadvertent impact. 0
 
 
"Wait, something seems off here," Ozmand frowned, his voice revealing a hint of doubt as he turned to look at the other team members. 0
 
Leia immediately walked over, her movements light and agile. She gently tapped on the wall, carefully listening to the echoes, trying to find any abnormalities. With each tap, the wall unexpectedly began to move, revealing a hidden door. 0
 
 
"Hey, it looks like we've discovered a new secret," Alan said, a hint of excitement on his face. 0
 
The team members looked at each other, their eyes filled with anticipation. They carefully opened the door and found a mysterious hidden room. The interior of the room was decorated luxuriously and exquisitely, with various tapestries and sculptures seemingly telling the glorious history of the ancient civilization. The huge wooden box in the center of the room piqued their curiosity even more. 0
 
 
"Here looks like some kind of treasure trove, or a place for storing important items," Maya carefully observed every detail of the room, her eyes revealing the sharpness of a professional archaeologist. 0
 
Every person in the team was drawn to this unexpected discovery, and they all entered the room, beginning to explore this hidden space. With every breath, it seemed as if they were engaging in a silent conversation with this ancient room, and every footstep was uncovering another page of history. 0
 
 
Maya walked forward and opened a wooden box, only to find it filled with all kinds of jewels and gold coins. "This is a treasure!" she exclaimed in surprise. 0
 
The team members gathered around, astonished at the sudden wealth. Their faces showed expressions of disbelief, which gradually turned into smiles and excitement. 0
 
 
"This is truly an unexpected surprise!" exclaimed Alan excitedly. 0
 
"Our adventure has finally paid off," added Ozmand with a smile. 0
 
 
Leia gently caressed the jewels inside the box, her face showing a thoughtful expression. "This wealth is undoubtedly the legacy of this ancient civilization. We need to handle it carefully to ensure proper preservation and research." 0
 
Maya nodded in agreement. "Yes, these are not just riches, but also a testament to history. We should bring them back to let more people understand the brilliance of this ancient civilization." 0
 
 
The team rested in the hidden room for a while, enjoying this moment of relaxation and happiness. They talked to each other, sharing their thoughts and feelings about the discovery. 0
 
Afterward, they decided to preserve these precious treasures and continue their exploration. This discovery is just a small part of the many secrets in this ancient site, with much more unknown waiting for them to uncover. 0
 
 
When leaving the hidden room, Leia looked back and her eyes sparkled with determination. "There must be more secrets in this ruin that we have yet to discover," she said softly. 0
 
The team continued to explore deeper, walking through winding corridors and mysterious rooms. 0
 
 
As the sun set in the west, they gathered around the campfire once again, sharing their experiences of the day. 0
 
 
On that peaceful and beautiful night, the laughter and conversations of the group gradually subsided, and the night fell like a huge black curtain, quietly covering the entire camp. The candlelight flickered in the gentle breeze, and the starlight sprinkled from the distant sky, as if competing with the candlelight to see who could illuminate the land better. In this quiet night, Leia's thoughts couldn't help but drift to the distant past, those days bound by countless rules. 0
 
 
"Do you know, when I was still a princess, I was bound by invisible chains every day," Leia's voice carried a hint of sadness, her eyes shimmering with the light of memories. "Back then, every action, every word was carefully scrutinized, I had to constantly maintain the image of a princess." 0
 
Her voice floated in the night breeze, and the other members of the team listened quietly. "I remember once, at a grand ball, I was wearing a complex and heavy gown, feeling like a decoration displayed in front of everyone." 0
 
 
"That night, the nobles surrounded me, their praise and flattery filled with falsehood and calculation." Leia imitated the tone of the duke, causing her teammates to burst into laughter. Her imitation was so accurate that it was not difficult to imagine the duke's affectation and hypocrisy. 0
 
"Then, I had to respond as a princess, even though my heart was not in it at all," Leia continued, her voice revealing a deep sense of resignation. "Beneath those dazzling jewels and beautiful clothes, lay my longing for freedom and dreams of adventure." 0
 
 
"In reality, what I really want is to leave it all behind, to go on an adventure, to fly freely." Leia sighed softly at the end, her voice filled with memories of the past and appreciation for her current life of freedom. 0
 
In Leia's narrative, her teammates could feel her past constraints and current liberation. Their eyes were filled with understanding and sympathy. Many of them had similar experiences, being bound by societal norms and expectations. 0
 
 
Maya gently put down the teacup in her hand and said sincerely, " Leia, you chose to pursue your own dreams and leave that golden cage. This determination is admired by all of us." 0
 
Alan nodded in agreement, "Yes, you chose to become an adventurer, which proves the indomitable spirit within you. This is more precious than any fancy dance at a ball." 0
 
 
Ozmand looked deeply at Leia: "Your choice has allowed us the privilege of becoming your companions. In this adventure, you are not only our leader, but also our friend." 0
 
Listening to her teammates, Leia's eyes sparkled with gratitude. Leaving behind the life at the palace and choosing this path filled with unknowns and dangers was the most important decision of her life. 0
 
 
"Thank you all. With your company, my journey has become more meaningful," Leia sincerely said. 0
 
That night, the team shared their stories and dreams in the camp. Every smile under the starry sky was so genuine, and every word was filled with warmth. They were not just a group of adventurers, but an indispensable part of each other's lives. 0
 
 
As the night deepened, they each sank into the sweet land of dreams, while Leia, the former princess and now adventurer, was filled with a longing for freedom and anticipation for new horizons. 0
 
 
 
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