As they ventured deeper into the Endless Forest, the towering silhouette of the World Tree grew ever more prominent. Even kilometers away, its colossal branches reached skyward like ancient arms grasping at the clouds, and its massive trunk seemed to pulse with an ethereal aura. It wasn't just a tree—it was an unmistakable landmark, a natural monolith that seemed to embody the vast mysteries of the realm itself. With every step they took, Li Wei's desire to draw closer to it became more evident to his teammates, even though he remained silent about it.
For hours, they pressed forward through the dense, ancient foliage, the forest floor blanketed in rich moss and scattered leaves. Despite their caution, the woods were oddly still. The usual distant calls of beasts or the sound of combat between other teams were entirely absent. It was as if the forest itself was holding its breath, an eerie quiet that seemed to mirror their own rising tension.
