As I sprinted through the dense forest, my perception pushed out like a ripple through water, brushing across every tree, stone, and flicker of movement in the area. I moved silently, each footstep placed with precision. Then, faint signatures flared on the edge of my range.
Three people.
I slowed, ducking behind a thick tree, and focused. The one in front had a confident gait, heavier steps, and stronger Essence flow—clearly the leader. I scanned them carefully.
[Garven Holt - Level: 109]
[Andrew Cook - Level: 87]
[Jung Ho - Level: 89]
A Holt was leading them. That was all I needed to know.
I rushed closer and extended my hand forward. Frost swirled around my fingers, fed by my Essence and shaped by will. With a single thought, I unleashed it.
