Friend or Foe?

As Yao stepped out of the carriage, he realized that he was no longer in the bustling city he had remembered. The path before him was empty, surrounded by towering trees and thick vegetation. He was alone in this secluded area.

"Your Majesty, Chief Gu!" he exclaimed.

Yao was in a state of panic after losing everyone, including the Crown Prince. He hurried back to the golden carriage to search for any clues that might help him, his face etched with concern. How could he have missed them?

AYao was puzzled by the strange sight of some white feathers drifting in the air. He managed to catch one of them and held it in his hand. The feather was very light, like bird feathers, but longer in size. Suddenly, he heard a sound coming from behind him and turned his head to see what it was.

Whush!