Maxime leaned back in his chair, his eyes thoughtful. "Kai, have you ever heard of the Tear of Phoenix?"
Kai frowned, shaking his head. "No, I haven't. What is it?"
Maxime sighed. "It's a powerful artifact created by a legendary sorcerer named Ilyas. The Tear of Phoenix can restore any memories, no matter how deeply buried or damaged."
Kai's eyes lit up with hope. "Where can I find it?"
Maxime's expression turned grave. "From what I know, Ilyas is hiding in the Barren Lands."
"The Barren Lands?" Kai repeated, incredulous. "But how can we find him there?"
Maxime nodded slowly. "Even if you do find him, getting the cure won't be easy. Ilyas demands a very costly price for his services, and we are not talking about money."
Kai's heart sank. "And there's no other way?"
Maxime shook his
