With a turn, Ariana was on the verge of abandoning the search for Theodore.

However, spotting footprints on the wet soil by the stream stretching inte the distance renewed her resolve.

Upon sighting the footprints, Ariana promptly grabbed the oil Lamp near the doorway and pursued them.

As she strolled along, she couldn't help but berate herself. Though she was angry about Theodore, she still could not let go of her overwhelming desire to Locate him.

The footprints led Ariana to a dense forest.