134 Seventh Gate: Ocean of Aqua (Part 4)

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"I think we're done surveying this island," Rania said, as she spun her head around, seeing nothing but trees and the ocean.

"Should we go to the next island?" Luna asked.

"Yes. Let's do that". Turning to Ducis, Rania called out, "Ducis, let's go -"

But when they turned their heads, they saw Ducis being engulfed in orange light. Like Elliot, he suddenly disappeared in thin air, much to Rania and Luna's bewilderment. The two were left with their mouths open, speechless of what just happened.

"Alright," Luna sighed heavily. "First we got separated from Elliot, and now, even Ducis. What are we gonna do, Rania? Maybe the guardian of this realm is really trying to separate us all?"