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“——- I seek the shortest route to the West. Off the main road, and away from Kingdoms of Men, if possible.”

« That is quite a specific request. »
But he is earnest and she can feel how heavy his burden
will be though he has hardly set forth at all. She cannot
deny him at least a little information.
« Would it not be best that you wait for aid ? »
It is after a few moments of quiet deliberation that she finally speaks – for even a short time traveled with her may be...
"I cannot wait for aid,“ he put in seriously. Wide blue eyes scanned the endless plains of barren wasteland, then passed...
"The shortest path would be through the forest. There are no more safe passages, however. If safety is something you...