A Fleeting Threat

Oliver had much to say to Isabella, and he had even planned to buy her a gift—a small token of gratitude for saving his life all those months ago. However, to his regret, as soon as they finished their meal, the Forest Lady and her companions quickly excused themselves and left, seemingly in a rush due to some pressing matter.

Isabella, glancing back at Oliver with a trace of reluctance, followed the others out, unable to stay longer.

After finishing his meal, Oliver didn’t return home. He waved goodbye to Violanda and Hector and, on a sudden whim, made his way toward the bustling market.

The streets of Glensorne were alive with activity. The market, a sprawling web of stalls and vendors, buzzed with energy. People of all sorts bustled about: merchants shouting their wares, children darting through the crowd, and the scent of sizzling meat and fresh bread drifting from food stalls.