After completing the ritual, Aisha leaned wearily against the treatment table. "This is only a temporary measure. It can last a few hours at most. I've activated all the ancient protective formations on the island to give the islanders a chance to evacuate."
Kalgara was astonished by the power of the Key of Life. "Incredible... Is this the technology of the Ancient Kingdom?"
Aisha nodded. "It's only the tip of the iceberg. The power of the Seven Keys combined is enough to change the fate of the world."
She turned to the village chief on the treatment table and found that he had regained consciousness, though he was still weak. "Chief Rax, can you hear me?"
The chief nodded faintly. Aisha continued, "The island has been discovered. You must organize an immediate evacuation of all residents. Activate the emergency plan and use the underground passage to reach the backup island."
The chief struggled to sit up. "Lady Guardian... what about you?"
"I have to leave for a while," Aisha said softly. "I need to complete a more important mission. Please take good care of everyone."
She turned to Kalgara. "We can leave now. The Key of Life's purification effect will last for several hours, enough for us to break through the blockade."
Kalgara nodded and swiftly organized the group for evacuation. "Our ships are docked in a hidden bay on the eastern shore. If we can reach it, we may be able to break out."
Just as they were preparing to leave, the hospital's main doors were suddenly blasted open. Several Purification Corps members charged in through the smoke and dust, wielding special weapons.
"Life Guardian located! Capture her immediately!" the commander at the front shouted.
Aisha remained completely calm and activated the Key of Life once more. "You don't