"Hmm, this is peculiar," a man dressed in noble attire muttered to himself. "Larcosta should have returned after last night. Did he take a detour?" The man paced around the room, an unusual space that resembled a cave but exuded an opulent aura. Despite its extravagant interior, the room was enormous, devoid of any typical accommodations.
"Lord Farlys, there's no sign of Lord Larcosta in the surrounding area." A man dressed in black robes reported to the man named Farlys.
"This is growing stranger by the minute. Larcosta should have returned triumphantly. Unless..."
"What would you like to do now, Lord Farlys?"
"Let's head back to Molokut and survey the forest. Although the forest reverts to its natural state over time, Larcosta should still be there if he hasn't returned home. Perhaps he sustained injuries during the battle and is lying somewhere in need of aid."
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"If that is your wish." The man in black robes bowed respectfully, allowing Farlys to pass as he followed his master.
In the middle of the Forgotten Forest in Molokut.
Farlys and his companion floated above the woodland, scanning the area for any traces of Larcosta. The forest lay eerily quiet, seemingly devoid of life. While they spotted a few wandering monsters, none posed a threat and could easily be dispatched if they became aggressive.
"What do you see, Camoo?" Farlys inquired of his follower.
Camoo raised his hood, his eyes emitting a faint bluish glow. "I see a group of five individuals on the forest's outskirts, but there is no sign of Lord Larcosta."
"A group, you say? Ah, it must be Sir Ivan's party. Are you absolutely certain that Larcosta is not within this forest?"
"Yes, Lord Farlys."
"Very well. I will postpone my search for Larcosta for now. I intend to meet Sir Ivan and extend my greetings. I've already cleared my schedule for the day, and it would be quite dull if I did nothing." With that, Farlys set off in the direction of Ivan, and Camoo followed suit.