Chapter 24: Emotions and monsters ( IV )

Rowan and the soldiers were working diligently when, without warning, a loud shriek blasted across the forest. It was not just loud; it seemed to vibrate through the very air, echoing from somewhere dangerously close.

Following the bone-chilling shriek, small animals fled the area in panic.

Rowan's eyes widened, and he quickly alerted, "Everyone, move away from the trees! Fast!"

Even before his sudden call, the soldiers had already begun backing away from the trees out of fear. Brandon also moved with them, the fear on his face was evident.

The captains stopped removing the fallen trees, grabbed their swords, and sprinted towards Rowan.

"Lord Rowan!" they called out in unison as they arrived beside Rowan, who was backing away while looking at the forest.

Blaze was still on his shoulder, letting out terrified shrieks and clinging to him.