A gentle breeze drifted across a crystal-clear lake, creating delicate ripples that shimmered beneath the sunlight.
The water was so transparent that the smooth stones resting at the bottom were clearly visible.
Its gentle current produced a peaceful melody as it flowed through the surrounding wilderness.
Encircling the lake stood a dense forest of towering emerald trees, their branches swaying softly in the wind. Vibrant wildflowers bloomed across the lush grass, filling the air with a faint, pleasant fragrance.
Above...
The sky stretched endlessly, a brilliant shade of blue without a single cloud to interrupt its serenity.
It was a place untouched by war.
Untouched by monsters.
Untouched by chaos.
Lying unconscious upon the soft grass beside the lake was a young man with snow-white hair.
Noah.
His fingers twitched slightly. A moment later his eyelids slowly opened.
