Chapter 587: Sand and Forest

Chapter 587: Sand and Forest

Vanna determinedly approached a distant silhouette on the horizon to pursue her initial objective. She felt eerily alone and out of place while navigating this sandstorm.

I still dont understand why I was sent to this mysterious desert by myself. The vivid tales from Nina and Miss Lucretia spoke of a lush forest, not this desolate stretch, she pondered internally. The only reference point in this vast sandy expanse is that distant structure, reminiscent of ancient city ruins. So far, its devoid of life.

Duncans voice echoed in her mind, advising, Regardless, stay vigilant. Look out for anomalies or sudden changes. The erosion effect mentioned by Shirley might manifest unexpectedly. Tread carefully while youre alone.

Acknowledging, she whispered, Understood, Captain, and with a determined glance at the far-off scene, she trudged forward, thinking, I must keep moving.

This place feels so alien, Rabbis voice lamented nearby. Rabbi miss the lively setting of populated places. This dream is so unfamiliar; theres no one around. The plush rabbit trudged through patches of withered flora and tangled weeds, expressing her discontent since arriving in this strange dimension.

But Lucretia tuned out Rabbis complaints, pausing occasionally to study her surroundings intently.

During this second venture into the dream world, Shireen, the elfin girl who had greeted her before, was nowhere to be found. Additionally, there were no traces of the markers she had left during her last forest visit.

The overwhelming forest, characterized by its massive trees and vast canopies, seemed almost labyrinthine. Lucretia reluctantly realized she was lost amidst the towering timber.

Turning to Rabbi, who was entangled in some shrubs, she inquired, Rabbi, can you sense any sentient beings nearby?

Ceasing her murmurs, Rabbi approached with focused intent. Her lengthy cloth ears drooped, their edges slightly worn.

After a moments pause, Rabbi replied, shaking her head, I sense no one. Its silent.

With intense determination, Lucretia meticulously examined her environment, seeking a path or clue that might lead her forward in this mysterious place. As she looked around, a sudden, unexpected gleam caught the corner of her eye. Curiosity piqued, she walked closer, only to find that this shimmering light was originating from the base of a majestic, ancient tree. The tree stood tall and imposing amidst a sea of withering plants and leaves, marking its significance in the area.Upstodatee from n(0)/ve/lbIn/.(co/m

Suddenly, in a spectacle of vibrant colors and light, Lucretias physical form began to dissolve, breaking apart into countless multicolored shards. These fragments took on a life of their own, whirling and twirling mid-air in a beautiful dance, only to eventually gravitate back together at the very base of the monumental tree. In just a few heartbeats, Lucretia was reformed, standing complete and unchanged.

The young elven lady named Shireen greeted Lucretia with a subdued yet warm smile, emanating an aura of serenity. When their gazes intertwined, there was an immediate and indescribable connection between them. It felt like eons had passed with changing eras and civilizations, but their bond seemed to have stood the test of time, ever potent and undying.

As a mark of respect, Shireen tipped her head slightly towards Lucretia, her voice gentle and deliberate, It seems weve given ourselves quite the break. We must proceed now. Our destination, the Silent Wall, is still quite far from here.

Shireens captivating emerald eyes then moved to Rabbi, a plush toy rabbit resting close by. Rabbi seemed to be in patient expectation of what was to come next.

Surprisingly, Shireens face revealed no hint of bewilderment upon seeing such an unusual companion. Her tone held a playful note as she said, Is this your chosen companion? Lets have her join our journey. Together, well move forward as a trio.

For Vanna, the duration of her voyage across the vast, dry desert seemed immeasurable. The infinite horizon of ever-shifting sand dunes, combined with persistent gusts that threw up grains of sand, played with her senses, making her lose grasp of the passage of time. On occasions, she felt as though she had been trapped in this desolate landscape forever, maybe even since the dawn of existence itself.

But she knew that such thoughts were just illusions, born from her fatigued mind. The deserts harsh environment constantly tested her limits and willpower.

However, her unwavering faith in the goddess gave her strength and kept her going, while regular communications with the captain gave her comfort and kept her grounded.

In addition, the icy greatsword she created from the air exuded a comforting coldness. Its cooling aura not only shielded her but also provided a much-needed relief from the unyielding desert sun.

Suddenly, a gust laden with sand approached, indicating a change in the winds direction. Acting on instinct, Vanna lifted her greatsword to protect her face, trying to avoid the gritty wind.

But in that moment, a peculiar feeling surged through her, causing her to halt her actions.

Almost instantly, Vanna, with her battle-honed senses, got into a defensive position, wielding her greatsword, her concentration fixed on a particular spot in the midst of the swirling sands.

Reacting to her preparedness, the fierce winds mysteriously eased off. As the sand slowly settled, revealing what lay beyond, a towering figure became clearer.

In front of Vanna stood an immense being a mighty giant.