Mateo Can't Manipulate Rhys

Mateo painstakingly hiked, climbing the cliffs while trying to avoid the thorns from hitting him. If the sap got on his skin it wouldn't be a problem, but if it got in his eyes it could be fatal. That's why Mateo was more careful of the thorns close to his face. 

After a struggle that he did earnestly, Mateo finally made it to the top of the cliff. He groped for something above, something that could anchor his body and pull him off the edge of the cliff. 

His hands finally found a tree root that was strong enough, now he could climb to the top. 

Once at the top, Mateo immediately rushed into the forest. He didn't want anyone to see him standing there, especially the guards from the Orlin border. Even if Mateo was already outside Orlin, there was still a high chance that he could still be pursued.