Axel nodded, taking in Luna's report. The prospect of facing the king of the Devil's Forest both excited and filled him with trepidation. It was a formidable challenge that would put their skills and teamwork to the ultimate test. But they were determined to succeed and put an end to the unleashed energy plaguing the land.

With renewed determination, the party rode their horses deeper into the heart of the forest. The dense foliage and eerie silence added to the tension that hung in the air. Ax