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Chapter 62 Arriving at the Ancient Ruins

william surveyed his classmates, their faces alight with anticipation. he adjusted the weight of his own pack, ensuring his essentials were secure: food, water, a tent, his trusty sword, a bow and quiver of arrows, and, of course, the enigmatic demonic sword wrapped in cloth.he had scoured the library for any mention of the obsidian blade, but his

the students readily agreed, eager to stretch their legs and enjoy a proper meal. while the carriages were comfortable, the constant motion and the narrow, winding roads had taken their toll.

they worked together to gather firewood and build campfires, their laughter and chatter echoing through the stillness of the valley. professor james and professor martha took charge of preparing dinner, their culinary skills surprisingly adept.

"we've brought enough provisions to last us several days," james assured them with a reassuring smile.

that night, they feasted on roasted meat, grilled vegetables, and baked potatoes cooked over the open flames. the simple meal, devoured eagerly, satisfied their hunger and lifted their spirits.

the students then turned their attention to setting up camp. while the carriages were spacious, they couldn't accommodate everyone comfortably for the night. professor james and professor martha, ever mindful of their students' needs, opted to sleep outside, leaving the carriages for the students.

william, despite the professors' insistence that he take a bed inside, chose to join the few classmates who were pitching their tents.

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"i enjoy sleeping under the stars," he explained, a touch of nostalgia in his voice. "i'm quite used to it."

james and martha exchanged a worried glance. tholfnir's directive to prioritize william's safety weighed heavily on their minds.

"very well, william," james conceded, "but if you hear anything unusual, even the slightest rustle, you go straight to the carriage. understood?"

"understood, professor," william replied with a reassuring grin.

the night passed without incident, the silence broken only by the crackling of the campfire and the soft snores of sleeping students. dawn brought a renewed sense of purpose, and they packed their belongings, eager to resume their journey.

after another day of travel, the valley opened up to reveal a breathtaking sight. nestled amongst the towering peaks, the ancient elven ruins emerged from the mist.