Chapter 40 The Web Of Misunderstandings

• The night passed uneventfully, and the morning sun rose with a crisp clarity that seemed to signal a fresh start. The team was in high spirits, the earlier tension giving way to a renewed sense of purpose. Ethan and Clara, though still navigating their unspoken boundaries, managed to maintain a sense of normalcy as they prepared for the day’s journey.
• As they packed their gear, the sound of approaching footsteps caught Ethan’s attention. He looked up to see Riley and Liam entering the clearing, their faces marked with a sense of urgency.
• “Ethan, Clara,” Riley called out, his tone serious. “We’ve picked up some unusual activity nearby. We should check it out.”