Chapter 169 The First Clue

• The journey to Silverhaven was grueling. The road twisted through dense forests and rocky passes, where danger lurked in every shadow. The group remained vigilant, but the haunting cries of distant creatures kept them on edge.
• Erynn, now walking with a determined stride, kept close to Ariella, who had taken him under her wing. He asked her countless questions about healing magic and the staff she carried.
• “This staff belonged to my mother,” Ariella explained as they trudged up a steep hill. “She was a healer, like me, but also a warrior. She believed healing wasn’t just about mending wounds—it was about giving hope.”