The news of Prince Edon's disappearance spread like wildfire within the castle walls, igniting a frenzy of worry and concern among the inhabitants. King Venir, the ruler of the kingdom, vibrated with anger and anxiety upon hearing the troubling tidings.Furious, he summoned the guards who had been assigned to keep watch over the prince's chambers. "Where is Prince Edon?" he demanded, his voice resonating with authority.The guard who had been on duty during the night stepped forward, bowing respectfully before the king. "Your Majesty, Prince Edon left the palace walls last night, stating that he would return shortly. He requested that we not follow him, and despite our concerns, we obeyed his wishes. However, he has not returned as of now," the guard explained, his tone tinged with remorse.King Venir's frustration simmered beneath his regal demeanor. "You let him leave on his own at night? Did he say anything, give any indication of his intentions?" he inquired.The guard shook his h

Prince Edon asked as they moved through the thick undergrowth of the Forbidden Forest, "What are you?"Iana looked at him for a moment, contemplating her response. Her silver eyes sparkled with ancient wisdom and a touch of uncertainty. "I don't know," she finally answered. "I've lived my whole life within these enchanted woods. Gryvia found me as a young child, lost and alone. She took me in and raised me as her own."Prince Edon nodded, absorbing the revelation. The forest itself had raised her, it seemed. He found himself captivated by the mystery that surrounded Iana. Her presence felt magical, and the forest seemed to come alive around her."How did you get here?" Prince Edon inquired further, curiosity getting the better of him. "I mean, I know Gryvia didn't give birth to you."Iana's eyes flickered with a mixture of emotions. "My origins are a mystery even to me," she admitted. "Gryvia has never shared much about it, and I've never asked. She is my mother in every way that matt

In the grand hall of the royal council, King Venir's voice echoed with a tone of urgency as he addressed the gathered councilors. "Esteemed members of the council, it has come to my attention that the Forbidden Forest, despite its boundaries, poses a certain threat to our kingdom. Just last night, my own son, Prince Edon, dared to venture into its forbidden depths. We cannot afford to ignore this matter any longer."The councilors exchanged concerned glances, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation. The King continued, "I fear that the forest harbors malevolent forces that may jeopardize the peace and harmony we have fought to maintain. We must not underestimate the potential danger it poses."One councilor, a seasoned warrior known for his valor, spoke up, "Your Majesty, if I may, What if we station our best soldiers at the boundaries to deter anyone from entering? Additionally, we could send scouts to assess the situation within the forest before deciding on such a perilous c