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However, through the dense layers of forest ahead, a small pond faintly came into view.
Jean and Ludwig both instinctively turned to look at each other. A knowing excitement flashed in their eyes. Water meant there was a good chance people were nearby.
“I can feel it,” Ludwig said, parting his lips slightly, his voice as clear as spring water. “Someone’s definitely around here.” As he spoke, he immediately grabbed Jean by the wrist. “But I can’t tell if they’re friend or foe…”
A subtle curve lifted the corner of Ludwig’s lips, like a lazy cat’s smile. “If it’s not your brother,
that could be bad.”
So stay close to me.”
Jean looked into Ludwig’s deep eyes and nodded.
Ludwig led Jean forward. He could sense the group’s exact movements, so all Jean had to do was follow him.
Finally, they arrived at a dense patch of forest about two hundred meters from the pond. There was a small hill here; not too big, not too small. Without hesitation, they circled to the back of the hill and discovered a cave, also modest in size.
“Told you, it’s here.” Ludwig’s eyes lifted with a subtle smirk as he pulled Jean forward. Since he didn’t sense any hostility or danger from those inside, Ludwig didn’t put up his guard.
Jean followed him as they approached the cave. Just then, the faint sound of footsteps echoed from within, and a tall figure suddenly appeared in front of Jean.
She blinked. Standing before her was none other than Dominic’s assistant, Bryson.
Although, she almost didn’t recognize him. His hair was messy, his features haggard. Dark circles shadowed beneath his eyes, and unshaven stubble lined his jaw. The moment he saw Jean, a flash of shock crossed his eyes. The wariness in his gaze immediately vanished.
Bryson’s eyes widened in disbelief, the surprise in his expression practically spilling over. “Ms. Ginger?”
He had been guarding the cave entrance when he heard a noise. Thinking it might be a wild animal, he came out to check, only to find Jean standing there! He stared at her for a long moment, still unable to fully process what he was seeing. Ms. Ginger? Here? In this place?
It was beyond unbelievable.
“It’s me, Mr. Bryson.” Jean gave him a small nod, her voice firm and steady.
“Ms. Ginger, it really is you!” Bryson slowly came out of his shock, his brow furrowed as he asked, “What are you doing here?”
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Jean pressed her lips together, her expression calm as she replied, “It’s a long story… After your plane crashed, my mom and I came to Northara. The rescue operation hasn’t been making much progress, so I volunteered to join the search. Something unexpected happened along the way, and by some strange twist of fate, I ended. up here…”
At that, Jean instinctively tugged the corners of her lips into a faint smile. “Didn’t think I’d be lucky enough to actually run into you.”
Bryson was speechless. In a place like this primitive forest, Jean appearing out of nowhere might be their only chance at rescue. But Ms. Ginger is just a teenager; what could she really do to help is? She might even be putting herself in danger just by being here. That thought made Bryson’s gaze instinctively shift to Ludwig, who stood quietly at her side.
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