The Forest
On the way back, Aurora and Sebastian were able to indulge in observing the beauty of the forest in detail. The Enchanted Forest is a magical and lush place that seems to have come out of the most wonderful fairy tales. As they ventured into its domain, they found themselves surrounded by a profusion of colors and fragrances that stimulate the senses and awaken the imagination.
Giant trees rise majestically towards the sky, with twisted branches and leafy canopies that filter the sunlight, creating a play of light and shadow on the floor covered in spongy moss. These ancient trees seem to have a life of their own, their barks adorned with runic symbols and magical glimmers that connect them to the realm of fairies.
A dense vegetation of ferns, lichens, and climbing plants intertwines, forming natural arches and secret passages, inviting visitors to explore the hidden corners of the forest. The ferns sway to the rhythm of the gentle breeze, and wildflowers unfold their petals in a symphony of colors: violets, blues, pinks, and bright yellows.
The air is filled with mysterious whispers and playful laughter coming from the magical beings that inhabit the forest. Small fairies flutter among the trees, leaving a trail of stardust in their wake. Their iridescent wings shine with bright hues and emit luminous sparks as they fly in circles.
A crystal-clear stream winds through the Enchanted Forest, creating small waterfalls and pools. The water emanates a revitalizing and healing energy, inviting weary travelers to immerse themselves and renew their spirits.
As the sun sets on the horizon, the Enchanted Forest transforms into an even more magical place. Fireflies dance in the air, illuminating the path with their golden glow, and the trees light up with soft, flickering lights that seem to hold ancient secrets.
Without considering it strange, Sebastian held Aurora's hand as they walked slowly, observing the dense foliage. Some beautiful butterflies landed on Aurora's slightly tangled hair.
"What is that thing?! It's so beautiful" Aurora exclaimed in astonishment as she saw a cute rainbow-colored butterfly land on her hand. She decided to touch it gently so as not to scare it away and to appreciate its beauty a little longer.
"This, little one, is called a Rainbow Butterfly. It's a type of insect that loves to eat honey. They are peaceful creatures that spend their days flying among the trees and usually inhabit areas near water streams" Sebastian kindly explained.
"I see, then... Can we take one home? They look so pretty. They could adorn our dungeon just by being there" the curious little girl eagerly wanted to have beautiful tenants in her dungeon to serve as decoration and beautify her small room.
"That wouldn't be a good idea. Butterflies love to fly freely, and if we take away their freedom, they would probably die within hours. Besides, we don't have a suitable environment for keeping pets. Perhaps, if we develop the dungeon, it could become a habitable place, and then you can collect whatever you want. But for that, we first need to become stronger and acquire more Dungeon Coins."
Although Aurora was a bit disappointed, she didn't throw a tantrum. Instead, she understood the situation and replied, "Then we have to hurry up and get Dungeon Coins. I want to have many beautiful things so that the dungeon won't be so gloomy, and we can play together by the river. Wait, Sebastian, I just had a great idea. Why don't we build a river inside the dungeon so that we can fish together, swim, and have fun?"
"That sounds like an excellent idea, Aurora. If you want to have an extremely beautiful dungeon, then you should know that we need to work hard. With effort and dedication, great things can be achieved."
"Sebastian, I have a secret that I've kept from you," Aurora said with a serious face, as if it were her greatest revelation of weakness she would ever make in her life.
Sebastian was a little nervous, so he asked hesitantly, "A secret? Is it something dangerous?"
While trembling discreetly, Aurora looked into Sebastian's eyes and replied, "The truth is... I'm too lazy."
- Smack! -
"Ouch!" Aurora gently rubbed her head as tears threatened to well up in her eyes. "Why did you hit me? This is bullying."
"How did you expect me to react? Your secret is just too stupid," exclaimed Sebastian as he placed a hand on his head as if he had a headache.
"But it's true, I'm too lazy. If it were possible, I'd be happily sleeping right now. It's much more preferable than hunting ugly monsters."
"Sigh... Forget it, let's hurry to the dungeon. We wouldn't want to encounter strong monsters while it's still dark."
They continued walking for another 30 minutes until they finally saw the familiar entrance, which, despite being gloomy and eerie, was a welcoming home to them.