Perched atop a jagged cliff stands an ancient and mysterious castle, its towering spires seeming to challenge the limits of the sky. The stone walls of the fortress have witnessed countless years of change, with every single brick bearing the imprint of history, silently speaking of past glories and secrets. Surrounding the castle is a desolate landscape where fierce winds howl and storm clouds roll, as if echoing the fortress's solitude and silence.
"Chirp, chirp."
Only the occasional passing bird brings a touch of vitality to this barren land.
Chapter 19