Really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts! Very happy to hear the key change resonated with you - had I more time I would've liked to flesh out the progression itself and perhaps gradually lean into a key change later in the track, but I still felt as though I needed to have something change to cleanse the palate.
I can't say I thought of ancient ruins but listening back, I can envision it! Thankfully ambient stuff can be attributed to most environments and moods. Thank you again for the comment!