Noah and Lola continued their journey through the increasingly surreal forest, the ambient mana now so concentrated that it felt like walking through liquid magic. Every breath seemed to carry tangible energy that resonated with their internal cultivation, creating a sensation that was both exhilarating and slightly overwhelming.
The rocks had grown to truly massive proportions, including the grass and various other plants.
"Are you excited?" Lola asked with genuine curiosity, glancing at Noah as they navigated between the towering structures.
"Of course," Noah replied honestly, his eyes tracking the increasingly spectacular scenery. "This is unlike anything I've experienced before. The sheer concentration of magical energy here makes Esta's capital feel almost mundane by comparison."
