Chapter 838

Aaron didn't hesitate to admit, "There's something Ms. Lanne needs from inside this volcano. We have to check it out." The air around the mountain was stifling, and the intense heat made Andrew uncomfortable just standing at the base. He had no intention of following them up the treacherous path. Instead, Andrew decided to wait. If Aaron and his group returned safely, they could resume their journey together. Andrew and Hannah watched from a distance as Aaron and the others escorted the carriage up the winding mountain trail. Progress was slow, and the strain was evident even on the spirit beast pulling the carriage. Eventually, Lana decided to step out. She joined her escorts, moving with them on foot to save time. Andrew couldn't make out her features from his vantage point due to the distance. He could only see their silhouettes, steadily climbing toward the summit. As they ascended, Aaron turned to the woman and asked, "Ms. Lanne, why didn't you let Andrew and Hannah