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At the same time, Haishe, Autumn Winds, Steel Mountain, and Mystic Lock had been isolated from the rest of the group. While they were still standing on the ridge behind them, there was an invisible force that did not allow them to interact or interfere with the others participating in the trial.
"Something's not right." Autumn Winds said as she noticed the sudden shift in everyone's behavior.
"I wouldn't worry too much. It must be a part of the challenge. For now, all we can do is trust them to get through it." Haishe stated calmly.
However, while he was calm on the outside, inwardly, Haishe felt uncomfortable. It was not often that he lacked control over the outcome. Yet, this trial dungeon continued to place him into such situations. He expected as much given that it was made to be challenged by Apothecaries. But, it still left a bad taste in his mouth.
