As we moved closer to the outskirts of the city, the dense expanse of the Celestial Forest loomed ahead.
Raven's earlier words echoed in my mind, and it seemed I wasn't the only one replaying them. Most of the students in our group looked tense, their nervous energy palpable. It was understandable—this was their first real mission, a far cry from the controlled training exercises back at the academy.
"I think you all already know why you've been separated from your teammates," Raven began, his voice calm yet authoritative. "Our mission here is simple: to scout the forest and ensure the city's safety during our stay."
