'Alice'

Landing on the ground, Allura noticed that Alice was spacing out more than normal but chalked it up to Alice being enamored by the view.

"All you have to do is take a little soak in the water and the rest will sort itself out. Remember, you have to keep a clear mental image of the beast you want to hunt. In this case, you just have to keep reciting its name in your head and it'll be fine." Allura explained as Ria nodded her head.

Guiding the two to the base of the tree, Allura found a rock to sit on and pulled out a cigarette.

Meanwhile, Ria looked at the dark liquid with a frown on her face.

"Am I supposed to just… walk into the center?"

"Yep. It'll feel weird at first but you'll get used to it." Allura nodded her head.

"Urg… If you say so." Ria sighed.

Furrowing her brows, she took off her shoes and socks before placing them on the side.