Winterseed
The people woke up early in the morning as usual, but with a sad twist today, as the same tragic incident repeated itself once again.
The village square was already filled with villagers who wore their usual solemn expressions, while the families of the deceased gathered in the middle of the square to weep over their lost loved ones.
The other villagers talked loudly among themselves, their discussions mostly focused on how they would survive with Rowan absent. Some even voiced their fears that Rowan might already be dead.
Fortunately, Riela was there to dispel any doubts about her beloved. She assured them that Rowan was very much alive and would soon return.
She also tried her best to calm the grieving family of the deceased.
While she tried to be strong, she always wished deep down that Rowan would abort his hunting trip with the soldiers and come back home.
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"Three people died again!"