But as Langdon turned to share his findings with Teabing, he realized that his friend was nowhere to be found. The study was empty, except for a small note on the desk:
Upon entering the elegant study, Langdon was greeted by the charismatic and slightly eccentric Professor Teabing. The soft glow of the morning sun streamed through the stained glass windows, casting a kaleidoscope of colors on the floor. j.r. langdon
"This appears to be an early form of cryptogram," Langdon said, his fingers tracing the intricate patterns. "The symbols seem to be a mix of alchemical and astrological notation. I recognize some of the glyphs from an ancient text on Hermeticism..." But as Langdon turned to share his findings