A Strange Place
Author: X34L
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The young man looked around, gathering his courage. He realized that the figure speaking to him was not like the dark sect warriors he had fought before.

"Are you the guardian of this forest, Grandfather?" Arya addressed the figure as "Grandfather" based on his voice, which sounded like an old man.

"Is it proper for someone being questioned to respond with a question? But it's fine—I’ll answer you, young man." The figure suddenly vanished and reappeared beside Arya.

Arya gasped in shock and fell to the ground. Fortunately, he managed to regain control and landed on his feet.

The old man chuckled as he watched Arya staring at him. "Don’t just stand there—come up!"

Arya nodded, then leaped lightly and sat beside the old man.

"I do guard this forest, young man." The old man observed Arya closely, then smiled. "I should be angry because you've disturbed my long slumber."

Arya furrowed his brows, confused by what th
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