The sun rose the next morning, Jin Soo woke up with energy, excitement inside him. Today, he would explore the potential of the glowing stone.

After breakfast, Jin Soo hurried to school with the stone safely hidden in his backpack. He couldn’t wait to have some privacy to experiment. Once he found a quiet corner in the library, he decided it was time to test the stone's powers again.

He took it out and examined it closely. Its surface was smooth, and the glow pulsed softly in rhythm with his heartbeat. “What can you do?” he whispered to the stone. Taking a deep breath, he closed his eyes and focused on the feeling he had when he first touched it.

In his mind, he envisioned the forest, the tall trees, and the creature that had chased him. He thought about going back there, wanting to understand its secrets. Suddenly, the stone began to glow brighter, and in an instant, Jin Soo felt the world around him shift again.

When the light faded, he found himself standing in the same forest he had visited before. It looked a little different—brighter and more alive. Jin Soo felt a rush of excitement. "I did it again!" he exclaimed.

But this time, he was determined to learn how to defend himself. He remembered the creature and decided he needed to be prepared. He looked around for something he could use as a weapon.

Nearby, he spotted a long stick lying on the ground. Jin Soo picked it up, feeling its weight in his hands. “Okay, let’s see what I can do,” he said, gripping the stick like a sword. He practiced swinging it, imagining he was fighting off the giant creature.

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As he trained, he felt more confident. After a while, he noticed that the glowing stone was reacting to his movements, pulsing with each swing. Inspired, he imagined himself becoming stronger, faster, and braver.

Suddenly, he heard a rustling sound behind him. His heart raced as he turned, and to his shock, he saw the same giant creature staring at him. This time, it didn’t look as angry. Instead, it seemed curious, tilting its head as it studied him.

Jin Soo stood still, holding his stick tightly. The creature took a cautious step forward, sniffing the air. Jin Soo remembered what he had read about animals: sometimes they just wanted to understand you, not attack.

“Hey there,” Jin Soo said gently, lowering his stick. “I’m not here to hurt you.” To his surprise, the creature paused and continued to watch him.

Slowly, Jin Soo started to step closer. He moved slowly, showing he meant no harm. He reached out a hand, palm facing up. The creature sniffed at his hand and then relaxed its stance. Jin Soo felt a sense of relief wash over him.

After a moment, the large creature nudged his hand with its nose, and Jin Soo couldn’t help but smile. “See? We can be friends,” he said, still a bit amazed.

Jin Soo spent the rest of the day exploring the forest with his new companion. He learned more about the area, discovered edible plants, and even found a small stream. As the sun began to set, he felt a sense of accomplishment. He had come here to train and faced his fears, and somehow he had made a friend along the way.

“Tomorrow, we’ll explore even more,” he told the creature. “But for now, I need to figure out how to get home.”

With the glowing stone in his pocket, Jin Soo focused on the schoolroom again and felt the familiar pull. The light surrounded him, and in an instant, he was back in the library.

Feeling excited about the possibilities, Jin Soo grinned. He could learn to control the stone and explore this amazing world as much as he wanted. And maybe, just maybe, he could make it a place where he truly belonged.