Guardian Of Ancient Wood

Chapter 30

As Leaf attentively checked on the injured earth Guardian, Magnolia, Furie overheard the introduction. Magnolia explained that she was Leaf's replacement for the watch of the ancient oak tree. Furie listened intently as Magnolia shared her observations about the escalating attacks of the shadow creatures. "The attacks have been accelerating," Magnolia informed Leaf and Furie. "They used to come one at a time, but now they send them in groups of two or three." Leaf furrowed his brow, concerned by the increasing intensity of the shadow creature assaults. He posed questions to Magnolia, seeking more insight into the recent developments. As the conversation unfolded, Leaf realized the gravity of the situation and determined that action needed to be taken. "We need to inform the earth Guardian advisor to Queen Gaya," Leaf declared, with a sense of urgency in his voice. "More Guardians must come to protect the Ancient tree and the other relics in the human world."

With a resolute expression, Leaf wasted no time. He swiftly conjured a message sphere, focusing intently as he crafted a communication that would alert the earth Guardian advisor to the growing threat. Furie observed his determined efforts, recognizing the weight of the responsibility that came with their roles as Guardians.

When Leaf and Furie spent some time with Magnolia until additional help arrived, two Guardians came to pick her up, promising to provide the care she needed. Leaf reassured Furie that Guardians had special healers who would ensure Magnolia's swift recovery. Furie bid farewell to Magnolia, a tinge of concern in her thoughts for the injured Guardian. She sincerely hoped that Leaf's assurances about the healers were accurate. Once Magnolia was taken away, Leaf approached Furie, recognizing her bravery in the face of danger. He praised her actions, expressing that what she did was truly impressive and that her powers were continually growing. Furie shared her thoughts with Leaf, explaining that her magic felt instinctive and that, somehow, her actions seemed to flow from an intuitive understanding.

In the midst of their discussion, Furie conveyed the speed and spontaneity with which her abilities manifested, particularly when she conjured the ball of fire. The moment felt both exhilarating and unexpected, leaving Furie with a sense of newfound power that she was just beginning to comprehend. Leaf, too, acknowledged the remarkable progress Furie was making in harnessing the elemental forces within her.

As Furie and Leaf walked back to Leaf's house, the weight of recent events lingered in the air. Leaf broke the silence, asking Furie about her thoughts on their next course of action. Furie considered the possibilities and voiced her inclination to talk to Queen Gaya. Despite the ominous undertones surrounding the prophecy, Furie still held hope that the Queen could provide insight and perhaps alter the dark fate that loomed. Leaf concurred with Furie's suggestion, emphasizing that Queen Gaya might possess the knowledge needed to unravel the mysteries of the prophecy and potentially alter its foretold outcome. "Talking with the Queen could bring some light on who you are, Furie."

Furie, with a determined look, then inquired about the method of contacting the Queen. Leaf explained that reaching out to one of the Queen's advisors was the only viable way to gain her attention.

Without hesitation, Furie began preparing a message sphere for the Queen's advisor. Leaf, curious about her swift actions, questioned her. Furie, grinning mischievously, admitted that she didn't know the advisor's name but urged Leaf to provide one. With a playful wink, Furie insisted, "You are going to give me a name, Leaf." Amused by her enthusiasm, Leaf disclosed that the water Guardian advisor's name was Sprinkle. Furie burst into laughter at the name, finding it rather amusing. Undeterred, she finished crafting the message sphere and sent it off, concluding the task with a comment about Sprinkle's name sounding like that of a dog. Leaf chuckled at Furie's lighthearted observation, before entering his house.