Warm golden hues bathe the village of Wardale Heights, with its tall peaks rising around us, as the late afternoon sun paints the landscape.
The village, high in the mountains, is a serene retreat about a dozen miles away from Stonelight, its cobblestone paths meandering through clusters of cozy cottages and soaring pine trees.
Upon arriving the previous evening, the Baron of Wardale Heights, Odinus Hamilton, offers us his guest bedrooms for rest and ensures we are well-fed.
The dinner, a comforting blend of thick stew, warm bread, and perfectly roasted game, is deeply satisfying, nourishing us with energy. We have a hearty breakfast the following morning that leaves us feeling ready for the next stage of our journey.
Despite this perfect brief break, the importance of our mission lingers with us. We wonder every day if the town of Muedar is going to be okay without our protection until we make it back to Stonelight.
