From the ground, it was like a giant snake had crawled up the mountain, leaving a narrow trail on the bedrock.
One after the other, the travellers were lined up for hundreds of meters, waiting to begin climbing the sinuous path to the Underground City.
They carried all their belongings with them—some fit in a small handcart, others filled only a small bag.
Tired, hungry, and sick, those souls were depositing all their hope in that miraculous city, and so was Adam.
Instead of feeling sorry for not being able to help, the young God decided to use the energy to focus on the mission ahead: awaken his powers to be able to help them. At least, he hoped so.
Joining the line like everyone else, the three Elementals were blending in naturally.
"This should take a while…" Shu said as they advanced with short steps toward the snake path.