Ethan was seated at a rustic wooden table, with the map of the cave displayed on the laptop in front of him. The newly installed dim light in the area illuminated the contours of the underground labyrinth, showing the already explored areas. Aria, relaxing nearby, noticed him. Suddenly, a strange black mark on Ethan's arm caught her attention.
"What's that on your arm, Ethan?" Aria asked, pointing to the black mark.
Ethan looked up and then glanced at his arm, as if recalling something.
"This mark appeared after I used my absorption ability with the queen ant," he replied. "I'm not exactly sure what it is, but it doesn't bother me or cause pain. I don't think it's anything serious."
Aria frowned, clearly worried.
"Are you sure? You should be more careful with these things, Ethan. Magical abilities can have unpredictable side effects."
Ethan smiled, appreciating Aria's concern.
