THE SHATTERED STAR

hem, the ancient stone creaking under their feet. Lyra could feel the temperature drop, the air growing heavier w

is designed to test those who seek its treasures. There will be

one challenge, but the thought of what might lie ahead made her uneasy. She gla

of battles long past, of gods and mortals, and of the Guardians who had once protected the Star. At the center of the room st

tar. It was a dark blue stone, much larger than the fir

ice tight with anticipation. "Ta

. She could feel its power calling to her, but she

breath and reach