Chapter 162. Safe Arms

SAELYNA

When I emerged from the gorge onto the open ground surrounding the Forbidden Forest, I paused to catch my breath and collect my thoughts. My eyes quickly scanned the horizon and saw nothing but trees. Frustrated and exhausted, I turned toward the direction of the Sanctuary.

Suddenly, a chilling cry rang out above my head, accompanied by a blast of frigid wind. Startled, I whipped around, frantically scanning the darkness for the source of the alarm. A low, ominous growl echoed menacingly across the treetops.

Terror gripped my chest. The wolves had found me! In an instant, my surroundings transformed into a surreal scene: giant ferns rose up high overhead, swaying slightly in a gentle breeze. Vines draped lazily from the trees and snaked across the ground beneath my feet. The scent of earth and moss filled my nose and swirled in the breeze.

The forest was alive with the scents of wildflowers and moss. Birds soared above me singing softly in the clear a