The aftermath of the attack left us all shaken. The clearing was a mess of upturned earth, scattered herbs, and the remnants of our interrupted ritual. We had managed to repel Gabriel's forces, but the cost had been high, and the ritual remained incomplete. Back at the safe house, the council gathered in a somber mood. Faces were bruised, spirits battered, but the resolve to stand against Gabriel had only grown stronger. I took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the ancient scroll in my hands. "Thank you all for coming," I began, my voice steady despite the turmoil inside. "Last night, we uncovered the true potential of the ritual. With the lunar eclipse just days away, we have a narrow window to prepare and execute it successfully. This is our best chance to turn the tide against Gabriel and his plans."Elder Miriam, her face lined with worry and wisdom, nodded slowly. "We’ve seen the power Gabriel wields. If this ritual can truly strengthen our abilities and break his control, w
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