The palace, immense and ancient in style, exuded an aura of exceptional grandeur.

"We did it!"

Once the palace settled completely, everyone lifted their heads and gazed at it.

"I didn't expect Aethersphere to hold so many treasures. It seems our trip wasn't in vain after all," remarked one person.

"Indeed!" another chimed in, echoing the sentiment.

They conversed with calm confidence as if everything was under control. But suddenly, a figure slowly descended from the sky.

With a cold smile