"Uviz, still stunned by what had happened in the alley, set out in search of a place where he could reflect more calmly. He knew he needed to understand the gravity of the situation and plan his next steps carefully.

He found a solitary bench in a small park near the alley. He sat there, looking around and seeking answers to the many questions that raced through his mind. 'What happened? What was that? What should I do?' These questions echoed repeatedly in his head.

Uviz knew he couldn't trust anyone for the time being, as per the Soldier's message. He also understood that a threat loomed over Zaderut, a threat that was 'within' the city. He pondered over the information he had obtained and tried to formulate a strategy.

He decided that the first thing to do was to investigate the letter. Perhaps there were clues in it that could point to the nature of the threat or the identities of the traitors. He opened the letter and examined every word, looking for any clues he could find.

While Uviz was engrossed in the letter, he couldn't shake the feeling that he was being watched. He looked around but saw nothing out of the ordinary. The city seemed too quiet, and the shadows seemed denser, as if they concealed dark secrets.

As he read the letter attentively, a familiar figure caught his attention. It was the soldier who had been abducted by the strangers in the alley. Surprise took hold of Uviz because he didn't expect to see the soldier again. Quickly, he folded the letter and stashed it in his pocket, keeping it safe.

Uviz, hidden among the shadows, watched the soldier walk away as if nothing had happened. It seemed extremely suspicious, and Uviz couldn't ignore the feeling that something was very wrong. 'Is he really the soldier? He might be someone else,' Uviz reflected. His doubts about the soldier's true identity made perfect sense. Nothing in this situation seemed clear or trustworthy, and the city had become a place of mystery and intrigue.

Deciding to leave the soldier behind for now, Uviz returned to his home to find a safe place to contemplate his next steps. He knew he needed a clear plan before getting further involved.

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Upon arriving home, Uviz sat in his room and began to reflect on the information he had collected. The letter and the appearance of the mysterious soldier were elements that needed to be connected in some way. He reexamined the letter. 'Hmm, what should I do? The soldier must have answers, but what should I do? It would be too risky to do something alone.' Uviz contemplated his situation. He knew that confronting the soldier alone could be risky, but he also recognized that he needed answers and allies to unravel the mystery surrounding the city. The threat looming over the city couldn't be ignored, and he was determined to take action.

He decided that the first step would be to seek trustworthy allies, people he could trust to help him face the situation. He thought of some long-time friends who might be of assistance, people he had full confidence in. Perhaps they had information or resources that would be useful.

Uviz stood up and grabbed his backpack, preparing to go in search of his colleagues. He knew he needed to act quickly, but he also needed to choose his actions wisely."

*****

Teraz left the tavern, feeling satisfied with the night he had. He knew he had drunk a bit too much. As he walked through the city streets towards his home, Teraz reflected on the night and the strange feeling that something was happening in the city. He couldn't ignore the strange lack of energy that enveloped the city, with a hint of doubt about something odd occurring. He decided to change his route to Sylvar's house, a powerful friend with whom he had forged a friendship over the years.

Upon arriving at Sylvar's house, he noticed that it seemed older than the council's castle. He called out for her, but there was no response. After some time, he decided to enter his friend's house. He found her in her magical studio, surrounded by scrolls and glistening crystals.

"Sylvar, my friend," Teraz greeted with a smile.

Sylvar looked at Teraz, visibly confused about how he had appeared there. "Teraz, my dear friend, what brings you to my house?"

Teraz looked at her with a serious expression. "Have you felt that the barrier is weakening? Do you know anything about it?"

Sylvar delved into deep thoughts for a moment and then said, "Teraz, this situation seems delicate, but yes, I've noticed something strange is happening. That's why I'm studying to get an idea of what might have caused it."

Teraz asked a direct question in search of a solution to the problem they were facing. "What have you discovered?"

Sylvar directed her gaze to a book and began flipping through it, then replied, "Hmm, it might be an anomaly, or it could be some issue. I don't know what it is, but I can say that it's getting worse."

Teraz sighed at his friend's response. "I hope it returns to normal soon."