Chapter 55: Chapter 55: Settling Them In

As they stepped outside, the late afternoon sun filtered through the trees, casting long shadows across the ground. The air was thick with the scent of earth and foliage, mingled with the faint hint of smoke—a reminder that the peaceful moment they had just shared inside was only a brief reprieve from the chaos outside.

Ethan, sensing the urgency of their situation, quickly conjured a car using his Earth Manipulation Skill. With a few practiced gestures, he crafted a vehicle sturdy enough to comfortably seat five people, its structure formed from the earth itself.

Iris's parents and Luna stared in awe at the vehicle before them, their eyes wide with wonder. The concept of such a thing was entirely foreign to them, unlike anything they had ever seen. As Iris gently guided her family toward the car, she explained its purpose, her voice calm and reassuring.