Because You Are Precious

The eastern plains of the Arken Empire.

Spring was in full bloom, and a cool breeze carried the fragrance of flowers.

It was a vast and peaceful plateau, but it took only an instant for a bloody wind to sweep across it.

Spring, when new life emerged after the harsh winter.

During this season, dire wolf packs were more ruthless and cruel than ever.

Their prey was a woman walking alone across the plateau in the dead of night.

They formed a familiar encirclement, completely cutting off every avenue of escape.

It was only a matter of time before she became a pile of bones upon this peaceful plateau.

But this woman was different.

She showed no sign of fear or tension...