CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX : THE LIVING ARTIFACT

The Elder Seeker's words hung in the air, sending a shiver down the spines of Lucius and his pack. It was clear that the Seekers would not easily divulge their knowledge to just anyone. They demanded a test, a challenge that would prove the worthiness of those seeking their wisdom.

Lucius, impulsively stepped forward, he wasted no time to deliberate. "We accept your challenge," he declared, his voice steady. "We will do whatever it takes, we have come this far and we won't back down now, we can't back down now. I have no plans of letting anyone in my pack get hurt or die"

The Elder Seeker studied Lucius, his eyes glanced around Lucius as if his gaze pierced into Lucius. "Very well," he said, his voice carrying a mixture of wonder and anticipation. "There is a sacred artifact, lost to time, hidden deep within the Forbidden Catacombs. It is said to hold the key to unlocking the darkest secrets of our realm."

The Betas exchanged wary glances, aware of the treacherous reputation of the Fo