Chapter 144 Living Maze

The air hung heavy with the scent of damp earth and danger as Jane and Lucian crept through the dense undergrowth. The jungle, once a lush paradise, now felt like a living maze, its shadows twisting and contorting as the moonlight filtered through the thick canopy. Every rustle of leaves, every snap of a twig sent a jolt of adrenaline through their veins. Their senses were on high alert,their eyes scanning the darkness for any sign of movement. "Do you think Hyacinth's alright?" Jane whispered, her voice barely audible over the chirping of nocturnal insects. Lucian squeezed her hand reassuringly. "She's resourceful. We agreed to meet back at the beach by sunrise, remember?" Jane nodded, a flicker of worry lingering in her eyes. Hyacinth's flamboyant personality seemed a world away from the harsh realities of the jungle. But Jane knew Hyacinth could take care of herself. They continued their trek, their path illuminated only by the faint glow of Lucian's compass. Hours melted into