Following Isobel's clues and his own research, Michael discovered a hidden chamber beneath the Queen mansion, a secret vault built by his ancestors who had also been aware of the island's magical significance. Within the vault lay ancient texts, artifacts humming with dormant energy, and a partial map detailing other magical nexus points around the world.
The discovery confirmed Michael's growing understanding of a larger magical world, far beyond the small, localized threat of the Obsidian Hand. He realized his connection to the island wasn't an anomaly but part of a larger, ancient pattern.
He shared the discovery with Oliver and Isobel, carefully controlling the information he revealed. He showed them the map, hinting at the potential dangers and the need for knowledge, but kept the full extent of the vault's contents and his own deepening connection to the island's magic concealed.
"Our family… they knew about this?" Oliver asked, his skepticism slowly eroding.
Michael nodded. "It seems so. They tried to protect it, to keep it hidden."
Isobel's eyes gleamed with a mixture of fascination and concern. "This changes everything. There are others who would seek these nexus points, these sources of power."
Michael agreed, his mind already working, calculating the potential threats and the necessary precautions. His cunning involved not just hiding his own power, but also strategically revealing information to gain allies and prepare for future conflicts.