CHAPTER 1: SHAN'S LIFE

Shan was born on Venus, the planet had an extremely low human population, but that didn't stop him from being curious about the world around him. From a young age, Shan had a deep desire to explore the vast landscapes of his home planet. He would wander for hours, marveling at the oceans and climbing the towering mountains. The isolation of his home planet only fueled his desire for adventure and discovery. He knew that there was so much more out there, beyond the boundaries of his small community. And so, he continued to explore, driven by an insatiable curiosity and a thirst for knowledge. As he grew older, Shan's thirst for exploration only intensified. He was determined to uncover the secrets of his home planet, even if it meant risking his own life. Shan faced many challenges along the way, including surviving the extinction of most of the planet's life.Shan was resolute in his quest to unveil the enigmas of his home planet, even if it meant putting his life in danger. Despite facing numerous obstacles along the way, he persevered. He had to endure the catastrophic event of most of the planet's life being wiped out, which was a significant challenge. However, Shan remained focused and determined, But through it all, he remained steadfast in his quest to discover all that Venus had to offer. Despite being only 16 years old, Shan had already achieved more than most people could imagine. Yet, his adventures were far from over. Living on Venus was a challenging existence for Shan. He had to hunt for his food and train his body to withstand the harsh environment. Despite his physical strength, Shan struggled with depression and an unrelenting search for happiness. Despite this, Shan remained determined to push forward and discover new adventures, hoping to find fulfillment along the way. Long before the extinction event, Shan had always felt a deep sense of isolation and loneliness. He struggled to connect with the people around him, feeling that they didn't care about him or his well-being. The pain in his heart seemed always to be locked away, with no one there to help him release it. Even when others treated him poorly, Shan put on a brave face and accepted their mistreatment with a smile, as if it didn't bother him. But deep down, he longed for someone to listen to him and hear his words. Despite his efforts to connect with others, Shan felt invisible and unimportant in a world that didn't care about him. He yearned for someone to see him for who he truly was, and to understand the struggles he faced each day. But no matter how hard he tried, it seemed that no one was willing to listen or take him seriously. Despite the challenges he faced, Shan refused to give up hope. He continued to search for a way to break free from his isolation, believing that someday he would find someone who would truly see him and hear his voice. One day, while exploring Venus, Shan stumbled upon a ginormous tree surrounded by many beautiful flowers. Driven by his curiosity, he decided to grab some of the blooms. However, as he reached out to pluck them, an arrow suddenly whizzed past his head, narrowly missing him. Startled, Shan quickly realized that he was not alone. Someone or something was watching him, and they were not pleased with his actions. With his heart racing, Shan looked around nervously, trying to determine where the arrow had come from and who had shot it. "Hello? Can you show yourself?"Shan shouted as he saw the arrow then the mysterious girl answers: "Why are you here?! Are you here to cut the tree of life?!" The girl then jumped down from the tree and pointed a dagger at him, demanding an answer."No, I'm not here to cut this ginormous tree," Shan firmly replied to the mysterious girl's question. "I'm an explorer, and I came across this magnificent tree surrounded by beautiful flowers. I want to gather some of these flowers to make potions," he explained. The mysterious girl seemed skeptical and asked, "Are you saying the truth?" Shan looked at her earnestly and replied, "Yes, I'm telling you the truth. I have no intention of harming this tree or its surroundings. I just want to collect some flowers for my potions" "Is that so?" The mysterious girl's voice was laced with a hint of amusement. "Well then, get some crystaliar flowers, as much as you want. I'll be waiting here to watch you." "Thank you for giving me permission to cut some of the crystaliar flowers," Shan said gratefully as he began to gather the beautiful blooms. The petals shimmered in the sunlight and emitted a soft, soothing glow. As he worked, he heard the mysterious girl's voice calling out to him. "When you're done picking some of the crystaliar, come inside the Tree of Life," she called. Shan nodded and shouted back, "Okay!" After he finished gathering the flowers, he made his way inside the Tree of Life. The mysterious girl was waiting for him, her expression inscrutable. Shan approached her tentatively, clutching the crystaliar flowers in his hand. He wondered what she wanted from him and what secrets the Tree of Life held.