It may have been heading into the autumn months in the Northern Territories, but Eliza felt almost uncomfortably warm on the back of the snow mobile. Even though the lands were below freezing, they were still around 14 degrees Fahrenheit, unlike the minus one-degree Fahrenheit her pack enjoyed at this time of year. During the winter months, that temperature would drop exponentially. The lands never rose above 30 degrees Fahrenheit even in the midst of summer, anywhere in the northern territories. As Eliza admired the snow-covered trees, she saw a large spire peaking from behind, growing ever closer as they made their way around the Frosty Forrest. It was a blue, white colour, ice had formed on the top. Although it was called the Ice Palace, it was made from white bricks, with an internal w
