Eira and her companions ventured deeper into the mystical forest, the trees growing taller and the path narrowing as they progressed. The air thickened with an otherworldly energy, and the group's senses grew more acute. Arin's eyes darted between the shadows, Lirien's fingers traced the intricate patterns on the tree bark, and Thorne's grip on his sword tightened.

As they walked, the forest began to whisper secrets in a...