A Joyful Return

Freya remained motionless in the same spot for nearly a month, fulfilling the task Ethan had assigned her. Her rigid and alert stance had not faltered for even a moment. However, she wasn't alone. Beside her stood Floriel, who had arrived several days earlier to keep her company. Surrounding them were hundreds of lumifloras, small and curious creatures drawn by their fascination with seeing Floriel so close to another being.

Suddenly, Freya noticed something unusual. Her shadow began to rise from the ground, taking shape before her eyes. The movement was so unnatural that, for a moment, she didn't know how to react. Floriel and the lumifloras also observed the phenomenon with a mix of awe and nervousness, backing away.