Instead, he was regarded as just another ordinary warrior, albeit with a high standing within the Village, enabling him to forge a good life for his family and partners. Unlike before, Orion didn't embark on an expedition this time, leaving that opportunity to Tala.
Apart from his persistent warrior training, he indulged in debauchery even within the strongholds, where life was good and beautiful.
Then, one day, they learnt that Village Chieftess was unable to use her gift to foresee the Village's future, which sparked an argument to burn down the entire dead forest, given the rampant growth of the Four-star Vylkr vines. With only two warriors—the stronghold leaders—able to fight against them, the decision was made to burn the dead forest.
