Man Finds Giant Hollow Tree in the Forest, Then Notices Something Inside

Anticipation and Uncertainty

Evan paused at the hollow’s entrance, nerves tingling. What if Rowan had moved on, or didn’t want visitors? He cleared his throat, whispering a gentle “Hello?” into the darkness.

Seconds passed before a figure leaned over the top edge of the first ladder—Rowan’s familiar shape. Relief washed over Evan.