Deep inside the Old Wolf Battalion garrison, a quiet chamber was built from thick, dark stones.
The doors were tightly shut, blocking out the howling wind and snow outside, as well as the clamor of the military camp.
No lamps were lit inside. Only a special small stove in the corner emitted a faint, steady red glow, upon which rested a peculiar, fine-pored small red bronze cauldron. The body of the cauldron was heated by the stove to a faint, glowing sheen.
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