97 Chapter 97

You want to know

the difference between the master and the beginner?

The master has failed

more times than the beginner has even tried.

-i don't know the author of the quote

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In a matter of minutes, Baozi and I finally arrive at the edge of the forest leaving the snake far behind in our dust. It's so quiet, and beautiful. The trees are a foot taller than Baozi, even if he stands at full height. The earth is mushy with dead leaves coating the ground like a blanket. Then there's the sound of a running lake in the background, and larger than normal insects buzzing around. Yes, there are roaches in this world. I was not surprised as those things don't die. I can hear noises in the distance, similar to a stampede. That means the others are almost here.