Chapter One - Kassen Town Square

[Scott R]

After Mara finishes her inspection of the corpses, Sandy moves forward to stand in the door of the temple.

[TheTick]

The heavy wooden doors are shut, leaving the interior of the crypt a mystery.

[Lotofsnow]

Maura stares at Sandy, her face a conglomeration of confusion and concern. Seeing their destination so close, she is caught between a healthy dose of caution learned at the temple academy and a firm determination fueled by her respect for the ritual at hand.

Suddenly, she relaxes, her decision made. Blade out and ready, she pushes past Sandy and opens the door.