Join the Recorders, They Said. It’ll Be Fun, They Said.

"Haha, you obviously can," the man chuckled, his voice carrying a slightly condescending warmth. "You are not here as a captive. If you were, you'd be in chains or... maybe in a much less scenic spot. Captors don't usually offer flower fields, you know."

Flora turned to the flower field, her gaze sweeping over the vibrant colors as though trying to memorize every petal. The soft hum of bees and the occasional rustle of the wind made her feel like she was in a dream— or maybe a very well-funded art exhibit. She sighed contentedly. "If this is captivity, I need to send my enemies thank-you cards."

"I know I'm late to ask," Flora continued, squinting at a patch of particularly radiant flowers, "but... who are you? And why are you so ominous? That mask isn't exactly screaming 'friendly neighborhood helper.'"