Meeting with friends;The Long River of Time

He finally burst out of the forest, his face flushed with exertion. He didn't stop running until he was safely within the village boundaries, where the familiar sights and sounds began to calm his racing heart. Owen knew he had to think quickly. He couldn't afford to let anyone suspect his involvement in Grant's disappearance. With determination, he planned his next steps, hoping to cover his tracks and avoid suspicion. 

As he walked back through the village, he forced himself to appear normal. But deep inside, he knew that his actions had set off a chain of events that could unravel at any moment. Owen knew he had to act quickly. He couldn't let fear paralyze him, but the reality of the situation was stark and terrifying. His reckless prank had spiraled into a nightmare, and he had to find a way to fix it before it was too late.