"Jump to the water, Claire." 

That was the voice of Ursula. But jumping to the water―wasn't it too dangerous? The Venerable Snake of the East was still there. What if it attacked us? In addition, the moon was slowly changing its colors. Wouldn't it affect this river if it continued to change? 

"Do not be afraid. The monster is not a monster."

Ursula's voice rang again. I noticed Shila looking at me as I gave her a signal. There was no time to waste. If the others joined in the man with his suspicions over me, I wouldn't be able to escape anymore. 

I had to do something. 

Since Ursula...