As the first light of dawn began to break, casting a pale glow over the dense forest, Jace and Jacin packed up their campsite and continued their journey towards Ebonvale Dominion, specifically Draconis City. The air grew colder as they ventured deeper into the wilderness, the trees growing taller and more twisted, their branches forming a natural canopy overhead.
Jace's senses were heightened, every sound and scent more vivid in the crisp morning air. Suddenly, he caught the faint scent of a group of people approaching from a distance. His muscles tensed, and he motioned for Jacin to stop.
"What's wrong?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
"We're not alone," Jace replied, his eyes scanning the surroundings. "There's a group heading our way. We need to be ready."