289: the sound of doom!

In the heart of the forest, under the shade of towering trees and amidst the rustling leaves, the world had always felt calm and serene. Nature's lullaby was often a comforting backdrop for dimension explorers like Val and Oliver. However, on this fateful day, that lullaby was interrupted by a sensation neither had ever felt before.

The ground beneath them trembled, shaking and vibrating as if Mother Earth herself was resonating with an unknown frequency.

Oliver, slightly less stable on his feet than his companion, almost stumbled and fell as the shockwave rolled through the ground beneath them. 

The world spun for a moment, his feet struggling to find purchase.

But before he could fall victim to the unexpected jolt, Val's reflexes kicked in. He reached out, swiftly grabbing Oliver, ensuring he remained upright. His grip was strong and reassuring, steadying them both in that unstable moment.