Alexander, along with his two armoured guards, led Elion deeper into the forest, away from the camp, until they reached a secluded clearing.
"This is far enough," Alexander said.
With a small flick of his hand, he gestured toward the one called Youm.
The guard stepped forward and produced a golden, flat talisman that looked almost like a sheet of paper, though far more refined. It was covered in intricate black markings on both sides of its flat surfaces.
"Everyone, stay close together," Alexander instructed, his gaze settling briefly on Elion.
"The talisman will activate a teleportation circle with a radius of three metres, so make sure you remain within that range."
Elion gave a small nod.
He understood that those instructions were mostly meant for him, so he stepped a little closer without being told twice while his eyes remained fixed on the talisman in Youm's hand.
He wanted to see how this worked.
Youm took a slow breath, then lowered the talisman toward the ground.
