After leaving the City of a Thousand Secrets, Rain and Lilith decided to head towards the mountains of the "Valley of Fierce Winds," a towering mountain range located in the far north of Eridos. These mountains were known for their harsh weather and violent winds, which blew with enough force to shatter rocks.
Rain and Lilith believed that an important secret lay hidden within these mountains, a secret that could help them understand the power of the Spirit Lord and aid in the release of the Lord of Darkness.
During their arduous journey to the Valley of Fierce Winds, Rain and Lilith faced numerous challenges. They had to cross glacial rivers, climb steep cliffs, and fight against wild beasts. But they did not give up, for they were determined to reach their goal.
When Rain and Lilith arrived at the mountains of the Valley of Fierce Winds, they felt a strange aura hanging over the place. The atmosphere was cold and charged, as if an ancient power was watching them.
Rain and Lilith began to explore the mountains, searching for any clue that could lead them to their desired secret. They climbed rocky slopes, inspected dark caves, and avoided treacherous snowdrifts.
After days of relentless searching, Rain and Lilith discovered a hidden cave, located in the heart of the mountain. The cave was concealed behind a frozen waterfall, making it incredibly difficult to find.
Rain and Lilith entered the cave and found themselves in a large chamber, illuminated by a faint blue light. In the center of the room stood a massive stone, glowing with a bright blue luminescence.
"This is the Stone of Time," said a mysterious voice.
Rain and Lilith turned around and saw a figure standing in the shadows. The person was wearing a long cloak, and their face was covered by a mask.
"Who are you?" Rain asked.
"I am the guardian of the Stone of Time," said the figure. "I have been here for centuries, guarding this stone from those who do not deserve it."
"We do not seek power or wealth," said Lilith. "We seek the truth, and we believe that knowledge should be available to everyone."
"Those are noble words," said the figure. "But the Stone of Time is not just a source of knowledge. It is also a source of power. It can grant you the ability to control time, and to change the past and the future."
Rain and Lilith were shocked by this information. They had no idea that something like this existed.
"We do not seek to control time," said Rain. "We only want to understand the power of the Spirit Lord and to release the Lord of Darkness."
"If that is your goal, then I will help you," said the figure. "But you must know that using the Stone of Time is dangerous. It can lead to dire consequences, and it can destroy the world."
"We are willing to take the risk," said Lilith. "We are willing to do anything to achieve our goals."
"Very well," said the figure. "I will allow you to use the Stone of Time. But you must follow my rules precisely. If you break any rule, you will pay a heavy price."
Rain and Lilith agreed to follow the guardian of the Stone of Time's rules. Then, they approached the stone and placed their hands upon it.
When Rain and Lilith touched the Stone of Time, each of them felt an immense power surge through their bodies. Rain felt as though he was seeing the past and the future simultaneously. He saw the rise and fall of civilizations, and he saw the birth and death of stars.
Lilith felt as though she was connecting with every living being in the world. She felt their pains and their joys, and she felt their dreams and their fears.
After a few moments, the sudden flow of power ceased, and Rain and Lilith collapsed to the ground, feeling utterly exhausted.
"What did you see?" asked the guardian of the Stone of Time.
"I saw everything," said Rain. "I saw the past and the future, and I saw the power of the Spirit Lord."
"And I also saw how the Lord of Darkness was deceived, and how he was unjustly imprisoned," said Lilith.
"Very well," said the guardian of the Stone of Time. "Now you know the truth. But what will you do with it?"
"We will release the Lord of Darkness, and we will reveal the truth to the world," said Rain.
"And that's not all," said Lilith. "We will also find the survivors of the Shadow Clan, and we will help them reclaim their place in the world of Eridos."
"Those are noble goals," said the guardian of the Stone of Time. "But you must know that achieving them will not be easy. You will face many enemies, and you will encounter many dangers."
"We are willing to take the risk," said Rain and Lilith in unison.
"Very well," said the guardian of the Stone of Time. "I will help you achieve your goals. But you must always remember that power comes with great responsibility. You must use your power wisely, and you must avoid harming others."
Then, the guardian of the Stone of Time gave Rain and Lilith a small shard of the Stone of Time. He said that this shard could help them communicate with the Stone of Time and obtain more information in the future.
After that, Rain and Lilith left the mountains of the Valley of Fierce Winds, carrying with them new knowledge and new power. They were determined to change the world, and they now had the tools they needed to do so.