บท 49: Sacred grove

As dawn broke over the horizon, Alan and his companions stood at the edge of the forest, their hearts filled with determination and anticipation. The journey ahead promised both peril and wonder, but they faced it with unwavering resolve.

With Elena leading the way, her knowledge of the arcane guiding their steps, they ventured deeper into the Forest of Whispers. Each step brought them closer to the heart of the ancient city, and closer to the darkness that threatened to engulf it.

As they walked, the forest whispered secrets of forgotten times, tales of heroes long gone and battles fought in ages past. It was a place steeped in history and mystery, where every shadow held a story waiting to be told.

But amid the whispers and the rustle of leaves, a sense of foreboding hung heavy in the air. They knew they were being watched, that unseen eyes followed their every move, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.