Chapter 44: The Blondie in Distress      

Horizon was already thinking ahead. "We should set up a base here. A place to call our own."

He glanced at Von. "It's one of my goals to establish a territory in Eternia — somewhere to return to. I was thinking about joining a kingdom or guild, but after what happened in the ARK, that option seems . . . less appealing now. I'd rather have a place I can control. A sanctuary to go back to."

Von considered his words, rubbing his chin. "A home, huh? Not a bad idea, but . . . if you're always adventuring, is a home really practical?"

Horizon nodded. "You wouldn't get it. You're an elf. But for humans, having a home — something to return to — means everything. It's the one place where you can feel grounded, knowing there's something waiting for you."

Von's serious expression melted into a smile, one filled with understanding. "Yeah . . . I can see that. It sounds . . . comforting."