I successfully escaped the heartland of the Blackrock tribe and took refuge in the forests at its fringes!
The scent-masking herbs proved effective; the warriors pursuing me passed my hiding place several times without detecting me.
But I knew this was only temporary. Once the potion's effects wore off, I would be exposed at once.
I must find Lila as quickly as possible.
Taking a risk, I crept towards the Omega dormitory block where we'd once lived!
Hidden in the shadows, I mimicked the song of a nightingale. This was our secret signal, meaning "urgent matter".
After what felt like an eternity, Lila's petite figure finally appeared at the dormitory entrance. She looked terrified, scanning the surroundings nervously.
I called out again, and she finally pinpointed my location,
