Even though Rex's words offered some relief, my heart was still disturbed by worry. I decided to stay beside Nola, waiting patiently for her to finally open her eyes.Rex looked at me with his caring eyes, the light from outside the tent playing shadows on his face. "Ares, you should rest. I will look after Nola," he said, his voice cool although filled with strong determination.I nodded, appreciating his concern. "You're right," I answered in a slightly hoarse voice. I know my body won't be able to stand guard next to Nola all the time. I have to rest, or I won't be able to give her my best.I looked at Nola once again, my heart pounding. Mora and the medical team continue to monitor his condition closely. My worries are still hanging in the air, but I have to trust the team that is here.Before I left the tent, I couldn't hold back my urge to ask about Uncle Arthur and Sarah. My voice was barely audible over the din outside. "Rex," I called softly, my voice echoing off the tent wal
I stared at his face in deep confusion, trying to understand the meaning of his words."Severus? Who is he? Did he order you?" I asked."Severus," he repeated.However, the answer still didn't provide any clues. Instead, her body slumped from my grasp. Slowly and silently, he fell to the damp ground of the forest, his last breath slipping out in a halting gasp.I froze for a moment at this eerie scene, the realization of death so sudden and unexpected. He had gone, taking with him the mystery of Severus and whatever secrets he might have carried.“Damn...”I was forced to lift the lifeless body. Carefully, I decided to take his body back to camp. Our footprints are scratched in the damp earth, drawing dark marks on the earth that has witnessed this mysterious death."Call all the tribal leaders," I said to one of the tribesmen who saw me carrying this body.“O-okay, General,” he replied before running away.Soon the tribal leaders came from their camps. Rex left the medical camp after
We all looked around and didn't find anything about Severus, until finally I saw a book lying around and half burned.I reached for the book, the pages almost fragile between my fingers. Emerging from there, traces of Severus. As it turns out, Severus is not a person's name, but rather a state in which a person is completely influenced by a spirit. This was a major discovery, and it felt as if all the clues we had been searching for all this time were gathered in the worn pages of this book.I stepped slowly towards them, the book held expectantly. “Wait, listen to what I found,” I said, my voice filled with excitement mixed with curiosity. I showed them the open pages of the book.Bil frowned, eyes trying to digest this new information. "Severus is not a person's name, but rather the state of being completely influenced by a spirit," he said, his eyes shining with the thrill of new knowledge.Rex nodded, absorbing the explanation. "So this is not just a name, but also a very basic sp
My steps continued to run as fast as I could, even though the dense forest tried to pull me into its embrace. The giant branches brushed the breeze as if to guide me through this secret corridor of nature. The humid air hugs every fiber, carrying the scent of wet earth and fresh leaves. Sunlight danced through the green leaves, marking the path that I hoped would lead me to Nola. However, the longer it goes on, the emptier it becomes. Every corner of the forest looks the same, and Nola's traces are increasingly eroded by this fierce nature. The strength within me began to run out, and my body collapsed in exhaustion, falling into the darkness of unconsciousness.A scream broke the silence of the forest, calling my name over and over again. However, I had sunk into the gray-white of unconsciousness.When my eyes finally opened again, the gray world slowly faded, replaced by a soft light that enveloped the tent. Mora was beside me, her face full of concern. "Ares, you're back," she whis
In the continuing silence, I fell silent on the river bank. Time seemed to stop, and I don't know how long I sat there, immersed in endless daydreams and thoughts.Suddenly, I became aware of the changes in my surroundings. The sun had dimmed and set, leaving the sky dark. There was no trace of the moon or stars, only pitch blackness that approached every corner. The sky that was once full of sunlight had now become pitch black, and the forest that had been full of color was now drowning in mysterious shadows.The silence replaced the bright glare of the sun. Time seemed as if it had stopped, and I was trapped in daydreams and swirling thoughts. The deep feeling of loss for Nola is still etched in my mind.However, from within the dark forest, came a rhythmic sound. It was the winged wolf's enormous wings that stirred the wind, producing a soft roar that broke the silence. My heart was beating hard, ready to face whatever might happen. I straightened myself, hand moving to my sword, r
The tribespeople proposed to arrest and imprison me so I couldn't help Nola. Shouts of protest filled the air, cries for justice growing louder."We have to lock him up in the tribe so he doesn't have any more contact with that evil wizard!" suggested one of them."Correct! That's right!" they exclaimed.“Please listen! I will not harm you!" I exclaimed.But sparks of fear and distrust had ignited the embers of their anger. Attacks came from all directions, rough hands tried to catch me, while angry gazes tried to penetrate my soul. I dodged with remaining reflexes, the strength I never considered necessary now became my defense. My body moved automatically, looking for an opening to escape their crush.Rex advanced with steady steps, his large and strong body became a wall protecting me from the angry mob. "Stop!" he exclaimed, his voice hurtling through the air, filled with authority and firmness."Ares is our hero! He has saved the tribe many times. He will not turn into a threat t
My body felt like it was shaking weakly from Nola's attack. I just hope there is still something from Nola that I love."Nola, please wake up! It’s me!" I exclaimed.However, her face still did not change, her red eyes flashed with darkness. Merciless, she launched her next attack, not leaving the slightest opening. I know, I can't possibly communicate with her now. I don't know how she got into my dream, but now I have to wake up quickly because I don't want to die here.A small light in the distance gave off a soft glow, becoming the only focal point in this gloomy dreamland. I was convinced it was the way out, the only way back to consciousness.My steps felt heavy like I was carrying the entire burden of this dream world on my shoulders. I forced myself to move forward, each step bringing me a little closer to freedom. My breath was ragged, my heart was beating like a horse racing in the desert.Nola's shadow continued to chase, like a tireless ghost. It was the face of the woman
With careful steps, I returned to the forest and met my friends, the winged wolf and her son. However, when I arrived, the sight that greeted me was truly surprising. They were facing a creature much larger than what they usually faced. It was like a giant snake, but with three heads ready to attack."No!" I exclaimed when I saw the snake beast was about to bite my best friend's head.I immediately shot the snake's head while I was in the air, so that the snake didn't bite the winged wolf's head.Without hesitation, I immediately moved to help. The winged wolf and her son saw me coming and radiated new enthusiasm. We formed a formation, trying to find a gap between the giant heads.The battle was fought with quick and tactical attacks. I used my spear to pierce one of the heads, while the winged wolf attacked from behind, trying to disrupt the creature's movements. Her son circled the creature with nimble movements, trying to distract it.However, the monster was not an easy opponent.