DANIEL’S POV
The dense foliage enveloped me as I perched atop the sturdy branches of an ancient oak tree. A sense of weariness tugged at my bones, but the burning desire to locate Katerina kept me on edge, pushing fatigue aside. The shadows moved around me, reminding me of the relentless darkness that had become my constant companion.
Hours bled into each other, the passage of time a blur as I remained hidden within the vast expanse of the woods. Every rustle of leaves, every distant howl of a nocturnal creature, sent a shiver down my spine. My senses were heightened, my eyes scanning the surroundings with focus.
Though the solitude gnawed at my soul, I clung to the desperate hope that spying on the hunters would reveal the key to finding Katerina. The memory of her presence, her streng
