Darius looked ahead, a corner of his lips stretched upwards. A giant tree as tall as a two-storey building waited for Darius after his successful attempt at saving his life.
The earth could not encompass its thick and long roots. They pierced through her chest, peeking out at the outside world. Its enormous trunk was thicker than the length of the largest carriage Darius's family possessed.
The rough outer skin was covered by moss at places. And its canopy spread in all four directions inviting hundreds of people to stand under its shade.
The gigantic tree stood calm and wise- a gateway to the magical kingdom of Crinudel.
Darius jumped on his two feet and patted his horse on the back.
"Let's say hello to our old friends!"
Darius held the reigns in his hands as he walked his horse towards the tree. Darius noticed the eerie silence covering the place like a thick blanket. The vultures had left his trail.