Nature and Wrath

[: Daniel POV :]

"We've completed the quest. Let's return to meet the Saintess,"

I declared, a sense of accomplishment resonating in my voice as I surveyed the now-restored forest.

"Alright,"

Katie nodded in agreement, her eyes reflecting a newfound admiration.

As we made our way back to the South Holy Templar, the atmosphere had shifted.

Upon our return, it was the Saintess of Nature who awaited us, her emerald eyes conveying a depth of of shock.

"You're already back, and you've completed the quest!?"

The Saintess exclaimed, her eyes widened in utter shock.

The air in the Holy Templar seemed to crackle with disbelief as if the very fabric of reality had been momentarily disrupted.

There was no need for words.

Our presence alone conveyed the successful completion of the seemingly insurmountable mission. T