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Gourc wrapped the last bandage over the Miirvkin child's arm and placed him on the bed with the other three children. He then left the room and began to make his way up the dark corridor towards his own chambers. A strange noise caught his attention as he passed the corridor that led down to the southern door of his master's shrine. He stopped and listened for a moment and then he heard what sounded like a distant explosion.
Knowing that he was the only servant in this part of the dungeon, Gourc walked down the corridor to investigate. He reached the door and placed his ear against it, trying to listen for any noises inside the room.
Another loud boom echoed through the corridor, causing Gourc to jump. The door swung in by itself, opening up the shrine room. Gourc stuck his head cautiously inside and lost his breath. "Master, you've returned."