It was beautiful to witness, even when that emerging personality was suggesting he seduce powerful beings for research purposes.
But as Noah turned his attention away from RUINEDEN's mischievous recommendations, he noticed a presence that had materialized beside him while he'd been focused on internal conversation.
Elyndra.
She stood silently, her vibrant form radiating that particular authority of nine Principles operating in harmony, her blue eyes fixed on the golden tree with expression that suggested she was lost in thought rather than observing her surroundings.
She seemed... sad.
Not overtly, not dramatically, but carrying weight of someone wrestling with internal conflict that had no satisfying resolution.
Noah silently gazed at her.
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Elyndra stood beside Noah, her consciousness focused on the golden tree that truly represented collaboration in its purest form.
