I was smiling when I woke up. Refreshed by my rest with a crystal mind. Heart refined and burdens swept clean, I thought at the least. When I opened my eyes, they searched for Tine's trace beside me. But only her bag was left. I had no clue as to why. It was yet another mystery to solve. A puzzle to complete. So I hurriedly stood up and got her bag. Maybe she was looking for something to eat. But it's not safe for her to venture alone. I had to find her. I jogged back and forth to look for her everywhere, yet a sign of her was never found. Every deserted tree I passed was discomfort in my heart. I felt nervous and afraid that she might get hurt. She was always in my mind. She constantly proved that she was not a damsel in distress. Never, but I had to search for her because the Chas

