Chapter 8

Adira wakes up in a woodland near a small pond, finding herself tended to by a young girl named Freyana (Frey). Frey treats Adira's wounds and they engage in a conversation. Adira lies about being from a tribe, but Frey sees through it. Adira opens up about Torion being taken by tribespeople, and Frey suggests seeking help from a tribe to rescue him. Adira is hesitant but decides to stay with Frey and learn from her. They bond over a meal, and Adira falls asleep with the determination to save Torion.