PART TWELVE

[Narrator's POV]

A loud trumpet noise reverberated around the defenders' base, prompting them to assemble inside the training ground. Afterward, Arphen utilized his powers to create a portal to a room surrounded by root-like walls, featuring beds made of huge leaves.

As they reached this magical place, their eyes widened with curiosity. They couldn't help but wonder why Arphen had brought them here when they were supposed to begin their first test.

"You might be wondering why I brought you here," he guessed, scanning each of them before continuing his speech. "Well, all of you are aware that there are no more trees left in this land, and that is a fact. The seven trees of wisdom are planted in your dreams, and as you can see, there are golden beans placed at the center of each bed."

Upon hearing the announcement, the defenders started searching for the magic beans.

"Those magical beans will put you into a deep sleep. You will be facing seven trees after that, so it only means that you