40Though not yet full, the moon gave Alex enough light to navigate the overgrowth of the tree line, where she would remain until the suns rose to begin the day anew. She treaded carefully, knowing that one false step could cause her serious injury, or worse, so she was mindful, and she took her time. Her adrenaline kept her moving forward, and as it kept getting darker, it felt as though her feet were the only part of her that remained stable.
She was uncertain as to how much time had passed. For all she knew, she could have been walking for hours. Her plan was to circle around far enough to arrive on the stable’s side of the castle, and if her instincts were correct, she would soon arrive at the base of the mountain that provided the backdrop of the castle. From there she would sneak in
