Had he been close by the whole time I was here? Is that why the entire forest was steeped in his aura wherever I went? Was he following me?
So where is he now? Why up and leave me up a tree if he was so dead set on stalking me every other inch of the way through his domain?
It both confuses me and irks me, and I decide not to waste energy on it. Pulling myself up to redress and haul my bag and cape on. I pull out some dried meat snacks to chew on while I walk and head in the direction I know the mountain lies. Everything aches, every muscle and bone is strained and tired. I feel grubby and uncomfortable, since I haven't been able to shower since leaving the mansion.
Distant booms and what sounds like a snapping tree draw my attention, causing me to pause and stare off in what I think is
