A historian granted the ability to time-travel through a magical artifact must navigate the moral dilemma of altering history for personal gain, while uncovering the manipulative motives of their wise mentor.
Protagonist: A curious and inquisitive time-traveler who is eager to explore different time periods and cultures; Deuteragonist: A wise and experienced mentor who guides the protagonist in using the magical artifact responsibly and understanding the potential consequences of altering history.
The mentor reveals the true origin and power of the magical artifact, leading to a moral dilemma for the protagonist as they grapple with the responsibility of using it to change the past for personal gain or to preserve the integrity of history.
Ending:
Twist: The protagonist discovers that the mentor has been manipulating historical events for their own benefit, forcing the protagonist to choose between confronting the mentor and risking the consequences, or continuing to use the artifact for their own purposes.