After bidding a reluctant farewell to the King and his people, Lu Chen and Huo Yao vanished into the light of the portal. When they opened their eyes again, they found themselves in a dense forest. Towering trees blotted out the sky, and sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting dappled light on the ground. The air was thick with the scent of damp earth, and in the distance, a few crisp bird calls echoed.
"It seems we have arrived in a world filled with the breath of nature," Huo Yao said, taking a deep breath and feeling her mood lift as she enjoyed the fresh air.
Lu Chen scanned his surroundings. "Stay alert; there may be unknown dangers lurking here." He drew the long sword from his waist and kept a wary watch on the environment.
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