THE ROOT OF DARKNESSUpdated at Aug 17, 2025, 08:33
"Don't scare the kid like that, Barret. It is dangerous up here. One slip and he's dead."
I recognize the people hanging above. It turns out to be Sir Barret and Sir Victor!My eyes widen in surprise, but a huge sigh of relief leaves me when I register their familiar faces and voices.
They have ropes that look studier and longer, in intricate knots around their bodies and the stalk.They are no longer in their knight clothing, but in leather frocks that do not look heavy to climb in, but tough enough to resist the strong wind and scratches from climbing.
Satchels of food and supplies hang from their shoulders, as they lean against some smaller giant leaves above mine."You came, after all!"I exclaim in disbelief.
The loneliness I feel deep within is immediately dispelled by their presence. Along with the anger I felt at their reluctance to climb the plant immediately.Now, I am just very excited to see them.
Sir Barret grins,"Yes, we are here on this godforsaken plant, boy. Rest easy."
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The story unfolds as Jack and two other knights sets out to rescue his aunt by going into the king's castle--where he meets the queen of the giants--
She sneaks out of the castle to help them in their journey and as the story unfolds. When his aunt has been rescued, Gwen is hesitant on sending Jack back to Earth all alone as she desires to come with him, to leave the sky where she is being treated like a prisoner rather than a queen.
Would Jack remain a stuck in a world filled with giants forever or will he find a way to return back home?
Find out!