Jaegar's heart quickened as he recognized the portal for what it was—a way out of the enigmatic isle.
The very essence of the isle seemed to pulse within the portal's energy, offering him an escape from the challenges and mysteries that had filled his days.
His body still tingling from the recent battle, Jaegar stepped forward, his gaze locked on the swirling portal. The weight of his experiences on the isle hung heavy in the air, and he felt a surge of intent to leave it all behind.
The thought of returning to the world beyond was an enticing one, a reminder of the life he had temporarily set aside for this treacherous journey and the woman who had been on his mind ever since he came here, Fiona. He wanted to see her again. But he felt selfish and wrong to see her, and thinking of her made him remember his friend.
