The Elder's Tale      

The once vibrant aquifer, a lifeline for the village, had been siphoned away, leaving behind a desolate landscape. 

The silence that settled over the dry land seemed to echo the suppressed cries of a realm struggling against oppression.

"Let's go." Nori stood to her feet. "There's nothing left to see here."

She then guided Ren and the others back to the village and into her house.

Approaching Nori's house, the small dwelling stood out among the carved rocks and sands, revealing a quaint and cozy atmosphere.

Nori opened the door, and as they stepped inside, they found a surprisingly neat space adorned with simple decorations.

It seemed that despite the challenges in the Netherworld, Nori had managed to maintain a warm and inviting home.

"Make yourself comfortable. The others are probably cooking the meat you gave us right about now," Nori said and went over to a large stone at the corner.