Mia's POV

Mia and the sorcerer stood at the edge of the forest, gazing out at the vast expanse of the human realm. They had traveled for hours, and the sun was beginning to set, casting a golden glow over the landscape.

"We need to find a place to stay," the sorcerer said, his eyes scanning the horizon. "Somewhere we can rest and plan our next move."

Mia nodded, her eyes fixed on the distant buildings of a small village. "There," she said, pointing. "Let us go there."

The sorcerer followed her gaze, his eyes narrowing. "It looks... quaint," he said, his voice dripping with disdain.

Mia smiled, her eyes...