the horizon's secret (3)

“We need to stick to the mission parameters. Deploying the drone now.” With a gentle hum, the drone was released into the sky. It soared ahead, transmitting data back to the ship.

As they monitored the feed, a structure emerged on the screen—a massive, intricately designed spire that jutted out of the ground, glimmering under the sunlight.

“What the hell is that?” Theo murmured, leaning closer to the display.“Could be a natural formation,” Malik suggested, but his tone lacked conviction.“Or something else entirely,” Elara said, a knot tightening in her stomach.