Portal to Eternity
In the heart of the ancient city, under the silvery glow of the moon, lay a hidden portal cloaked in shimmering veils. Carved from obsidian and encrusted with sapphires, it seemed to hum with an otherworldly energy. Elara, a curious young apprentice, had often wandered these cobblestone streets but never noticed the ancient gateway until now. As she approached, the air around the portal buzzed with a palpable magic, making her heart race with both wonder and apprehension. Without hesitation, she reached out and touched the cool stone, feeling a strange warmth spread through her body as if the very essence of time itself had brushed against her skin.