Beyond the river, Natasha and Alex entered a dense, shadowy forest. The trees were tall and twisted, their branches intertwining overhead to form a canopy that blocked out most of the light. As they moved deeper into the forest, they became aware of a strange sensation—like they were being watched.This was the Forest of Eyes, a place where every tree, every shadow, seemed to harbor unseen observers. The legends spoke of countless eyes hidden among the foliage, watching every move, every decision. It was a place of judgment, where the forest itself would test their intentions and resolve.As they walked, they began to notice the eyes—glowing softly in the darkness, peering out from the shadows. Some were large and bright, others small and faint, but all of them were fixed on Natasha and Alex, following their every move.The forest was silent, save for the occasional rustle of leaves. The eyes watched, unblinking, as if weighing their every action, every thought. Natasha felt a shiver run down her spine. "It feels like they're judging us," she whispered."They probably are," Alex replied, his voice low. "We need to be careful. This forest is testing us—our motives, our integrity. We have to stay true to ourselves."The eyes seemed to grow more numerous as they ventured deeper into the forest, the weight of their gaze growing heavier. It was as if the forest was alive, assessing them, trying to determine if they were worthy of passing through.Natasha and Alex moved slowly, aware that any misstep could have consequences. They couldn't hide from the eyes, couldn't deceive them. The forest would see through any facade, any lie. It demanded honesty, both with themselves and with each other.At one point, the path before them split into two, each route disappearing into the gloom. The eyes watched silently as they considered their options. There were no clues, no signs to indicate which path was the right one."We have to trust our instincts," Natasha said, looking at Alex. "But more than that, we have to be honest with ourselves about what we're really seeking here."Alex nodded, taking a deep breath. They chose a path, not based on logic or guesswork, but on what felt true to them. The eyes followed as they walked, their glow intensifying for a moment before slowly fading into the distance.As they continued, the path grew narrower, the trees closing in around them. The eyes became fewer, their glow dimming, as if the forest had made its judgment. The air grew lighter, the oppressive atmosphere lifting as they neared the edge of the forest.When they finally emerged into the open, the forest behind them was dark and silent. They had passed the test of the Forest of Eyes, proving themselves worthy not through strength or cunning, but through honesty and integrity.