The darkness enveloped the surroundings, filled with large trees stripped of leaves, their dry branches visible with snow on them, creating the illusion of white leaves.
Inside the dark forest, a young man was visible, his small figure moved cautiously of his surroundings, his senses alert to any sign of danger.
His footsteps were barely audible on the thick pile of snow on the road, leaving only the marks of his boots. He scanned the area, moving his gaze right and left, his grip firm on the gun, poised for action.
Behind him, a few armoured men mirrored the young man's every move, careful to not alert any dangerous creature lurking in the darkness of the night.