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

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

Finally, I fell asleep completely because of the drowsiness and fatigue that I couldn't fight anymore. As soon as I fell asleep, as I expected, I immediately entered the realm of my dream from yesterday. Everything is white and misty. However, when I walked, suddenly my dream world turned into a very dark forest.“Nola, I know you're here. Show yourself,” I said in a low voice while looking around.In my dark dreamscape, the forest surrounds me with a menacing presence. Giant trees towered high, covering the sky with dense thick leaves. The dim light fell on the leaves, creating mysterious shadows on the rugged ground."Are you here, Nola?" I muttered, my voice almost lost in the silence. My eyes glared at every shadow, looking for any trace of its existence. The atmosphere of the forest felt like it was holding its breath, still with tense anticipation.However, there was no answer except the sound of the wind passing through the old trees. This forest lies awake in empty silence, le

Mora and Rex emerged from the shadows of the night cautiously, their faces shrouded in hoods to avoid unwanted detection. The moonlight cast a pale light on their tense faces, creating mysterious silhouettes in the quiet forest. Their steps were careful, as if all nature was holding its breath, understanding how important this meeting was.I returned to my human form with subtle movements, stepping closer to them meaningfully. In an instant, I had embraced them both in a tight hug. Worried expressions still adorned their faces, reading the tension in their determined eyes."Mora, Rex... you two have made a very dangerous journey here," I said in a warm voice, but also filled with emotion. "You two are the best friends a person could have."Rex returned my gaze with eyes filled with brotherly feelings. "There is no place we would rather be than beside you, Ares. We are one team."Mora nodded her head, a gentle smile spread across her face hidden behind the hood. "Ares, we cannot remain

Queen Anea moved her hands with the grace of a dancer, and instantly, an illusory forest appeared around me. Shadows of darkness crept about thunderously, creating a confusing and eerie atmosphere. Giant trees can be seen creeping tall, while dense foliage hides the sky and gives off the feeling of being trapped in this lush forest."Bring out your light, Ares!" shouted Queen Anea, her voice coming from behind the wall of illusion that dominated around me. The call sounded firm, reflecting the importance now binding us all.I began to understand their plan, however, realizing that this plan required great sacrifice. They wanted to create the illusion of an epic battle where I had to face off against a giant monster while emitting the light of The Golden Tree to draw Nola out of hiding. But the light wouldn't just come out of nowhere; I had to face threats that seemed real.“I wouldn't be able to unleash the power of that light if I wasn't in a state of urgency. "The power of light tha