Chapter 62

As Nicole ventured deeper into the forest, an eerie stillness surrounded her. The air felt heavy with an unusual concentration of magic, and yet, it seemed not to affect her. She moved with purpose, her senses heightened, searching for an exit that remained frustratingly elusive.

Every step she took seemed to lead her further into the heart of the forest. The trees loomed tall and imposing, their branches intertwining above her,

casting long shadows that danced eerily on the forest floor. It was a maze of ancient secrets, and Nicole couldn’t shake the feeling that she was trapped within its confines.

She tried to retrace her steps, relying on her instincts and the faint echoes of battle in the distance. But no matter which path she chose, it only led her deeper into the mysterious forest. It was as if the very landscape shifted and rearranged itself to keep her ensnared.

The silence was unsettling. Normally, the forest teemed with life and whispers of nature.