Three years had passed since Yuda left, but Lithira still waited patiently for his return. In the meantime, she had delved deep into the study of magic, mastering various forms and even developing a fascination with rune magic and rune matrices.
Crafting golems from scratch had become her most fulfilling challenge, and being a Terra dragon, the manipulation of earth and stone came naturally to her.
She had perfected her golems over time, bringing them to life with complex runic designs etched into their bodies.
Of course, she was aware that golems were forbidden to humans, a rule born out of a catastrophe that had unfolded long ago.
But Lithira didn't care—she wasn't human, and their laws didn't apply to her.
One evening, after a long day of practicing her magic, Lithira found herself wandering through the forest.
Without even realizing it, her steps led her to the clearing where she and Yuda had often played when they were children.