Crimson Crest Sword || EN

CHAPTER 2: At the Forest Gate

The sky was like totally blue above Cyrus, Alex, and Elena as they like, walked away from the small village that had been their home since, like, forever. The cool breeze was blowing, and they were like, crossing this lush green grass field, following this winding path through these like, small green hills. Even though the sun was shining on their path, there was still this, like, tension and nervousness in their hearts as they, you know, approached the entrance of the Chopper Forest.

"We're, like, almost there," Cyrus said, all pumped up, trying to like, boost his friends' spirits who seemed kinda nervous.

Elena nodded, but her gaze was still fixed on the thick trees ahead. "I feel like, something's off in there," she said, her voice kinda shaky.

Alex, always the optimist, tried to like, calm them down. "Come on, guys, we can't bail before even trying. Who knows, maybe this adventure will lead us to something totally awesome!"

They kept on walking, getting closer to the entrance of the Chopper Forest. The closer they got, the thicker the trees became, and the darker the surroundings got. But, like, they weren't backing down. They were, like, convinced that in this mysterious forest, there were clues about the whereabouts of the Eternal Sword they were looking for.

Finally, with determined steps, they reached the gate marked by two big stones standing by the roadside. Those stones looked like silent guardians, marking the beginning of their journey into the mysterious forest. The trees surrounding them gave this impression that the forest had, like, clear boundaries, and behind this gate, an adventurous journey awaited.

Cyrus, Alex, and Elena exchanged looks, getting ready for the next step. They knew that the real journey was just beginning, and like, an adventurous challenge awaited them ahead in the wilderness of the Chopper Forest. With hearts full of excitement and solid determination, they, like, together stepped through the gate, ready to face whatever awaited them in that mysterious forest.

Not long after passing through the gate, they felt a change in the atmosphere around them. The air felt more humid, and the sound of the wind rustling through the trees became clearer. The sunlight that illuminated the path started to dim, filtered by the thick canopy of trees overhead.

"It's, like, pretty gloomy here," Elena said, sounding kinda anxious. "Are we sure we want to keep going?"

Cyrus put his hand on Elena's shoulder with confidence. "We've, like, prepared for this, Elena. We gotta keep moving forward, together."

Alex nodded in agreement. "He's right. We can't bail now. Let's find the Eternal Sword and show the world that we can, like, face any challenge!"

With their excitement burning bright, they continued their journey through the increasingly dense forest. Every step they took was accompanied by the sound of water trickling from a nearby stream and the chirping of small animals running in the bushes.

Suddenly, they were stopped by a strange sound in the distance. It sounded like the whispering wind echoing with the roar of a waterfall. The three of them exchanged looks, their faces full of curiosity.

"What's that?" Elena asked, her voice trembling.

Cyrus furrowed his brow, trying to like, spot the source of the sound. "Let's find out," Cyrus said, his voice firm with determination. "Who knows, it might be a clue to the Eternal Sword we're looking for."

Carefully, they followed the sound, entering a part of the forest that was getting darker and denser. The sunlight barely penetrated the thick canopy of trees now. They cautiously felt their way forward, caught in an increasingly tense situation.

Suddenly, from behind the dense bushes, emerged a large, furry creature. Their hearts raced as they realized they weren't alone in this forest.

"Who are you?" the creature yelled, its voice echoing among the trees. "What are you doing here?"

Cyrus, Alex, and Elena exchanged looks, scared but still determined. They knew their adventure had just entered a new chapter full of secrets and dangers.

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Cyrus, Alex, and Elena observed the large, furry creature in front of them carefully. Despite feeling tense, they remained calm and tried to think quickly about how to handle the situation.

"We're adventurers seeking the Eternal Sword," Cyrus replied firmly. "We don't mean any harm, we just want to complete our mission."

The creature looked at them sharply, its eyes full of interest and suspicion. "The Eternal Sword, you say?" it said, its voice echoing through the forest. "Not many dare to seek that object in this forest. Are you sure about your intentions?"

Cyrus, Alex, and Elena exchanged glances before Cyrus responded confidently, "We're sure. We've prepared for this challenge, and we won't back down until we find the Eternal Sword."

The large creature nodded, seemingly accepting their answer. "Very well, if you're truly brave, then you must pass this test." It raised its hand, pointing towards a hidden path among the trees.

"Follow that path and find the Spirit Grove and you'll discover the Spirit Grove. There, you'll find clues about the whereabouts of the Eternal Sword," the creature explained, releasing its sharp gaze.

Cyrus, Alex, and Elena nodded, ready to accept the challenge. Carefully, they walked past the creature and headed towards the indicated path.

As they walked, the atmosphere around them changed. The air felt calmer and more peaceful, and sunlight filtered through the trees, creating a pleasant environment.

After some time, they arrived at a beautiful clearing in the middle of the forest. In the center of the clearing was a garden filled with colorful flowers and lush trees.

"Maybe this is the Spirit Grove," Alex said in awe.

Cyrus and Elena agreed, and they began to explore the garden, searching for the clues they needed. In the middle of the garden, they found a large stone gleaming in the sunlight.

"Eureka! This is the clue!" Cyrus exclaimed as he grabbed the stone.

They both examined the stone carefully, trying to understand the message carved into it. And after a few moments, they found the clue they were looking for.

"We need to continue our journey to the northeast, where a large ancient tree stands alone," Elena read from the inscription on the stone.

Without further ado, they continued their journey towards the direction indicated by the clue in the Spirit Grove. With renewed enthusiasm and unwavering determination, they were ready to face any obstacles that might await them. And with a burning hope, they hoped that at the end of this journey, they would find the Eternal Sword they sought.