The team moved slowly along the edge of the beach, the gravel under their boots crunching with every step.
Tristan walked in front, one hand resting on the hilt of his sword, eyes scanning the surrounding vegetation.
After the scare with the man-eating plants, no one dared to relax. Even their breathing had become lighter, as if afraid of disturbing whatever lurked nearby.
Milton followed at Tristan’s side, a branch in his hand to push aside vines. His thin fingers brushed the plants carefully, his expression tense.
“Your Highness, the vegetation here is thicker than before,” Milton murmured. “Besides the scent of grass and trees, I can feel a faint chill in the air.”
“What did you notice?” Tristan asked softly.
“I’m not sure,” Milton replied, shaking his head. “But this island is too… ordinary. Other fairy islands have rare treasures but not so many hidden dangers. We should leave this flower zone and head for the forest. It might be safer.”
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