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Ahead of them twinkled the guiding star, pulsating brightly, even against the bright, new moon. It had been many weeks they have traveled this way, tired and exhausted, ever wary someone might be following. But as the trail continued to lead them through the denser part of the forest, they had lower visibly of that star until the sounds of water drew them onward and soon the trio was taking rest alongside a large stream.
They drank and ate fish that morning, using the morning as a time to rest. But on this day, Su-lahna felt particularly uneasy, and while her companions both seemed to have fallen asleep, she still remained awake, back pressed against a large oak tree while she peered up at the fading stars.
The guiding star still remained bright as always, despite the sun conquering the rest. And she trusted that star, as she did with all stars. But she could not help but feel anxious, and to wonder how much longer it would be until tree was found. The constellation that marked they were near had yet to show itself, and she had to wonder just how far south they had come from their home. She also wondered what would be left of it. She knew they would pass it on their way to the tree. Would anyone have returned? Would she even recognize it?
And would they even make it? So far, they've traveled without conflict of any kind. And though it was nice, it felt as if she was waiting for a serpent to strike, one who just remained on his belly, unmoving but keeping his eyes just on her.
The Sanctuary... she had to remind herself. It would reveal itself soon. She just knew it. She just had to keep her faith. And before closing her eyes, silently, she prayed.