Chapter 74: Exploring the Forgotten Lands

As the morning arose, the sun cast a warm, golden glow upon the forest. The morning was as beautiful as ever, with birds singing sweet melodies and the air crisp and refreshing. Joan was the first to wake, his boundless energy evident as he leaped into his parents' tent.

"Wake up, Mother and Father! It's time to pack up and go!" he shouted, his voice filled with excitement.

Alex and Lyra, groggy but smiling, emerged from the tent. Alex wore his well-worn leather tunic and a sturdy cloak, his katana by his side. Lyra was dressed similarly, her hair tied back, ready for another day of adventure.

Thrain, already awake and stretching, approached them. "We won't be leaving just yet," he said. "We are in the forgotten lands, after all. Why don't we go explore some of the terrain for a while? Lyra, you can stay with Joan. Alex and Samantha, why don't you come with me and look around the forest for lost sights?"