Synopsis

The caravan crested the hill and a scattering of buildings came into view below. It was a village, undeniably, but one etched with hardship. A palpable stillness hung in the air, heavy with unspoken worry. The travelers exchanged glances, a silent understanding passing between them. They had come seeking passage, a simple transaction. Yet, something about this place stirred a deeper instinct. Without a word, they began their descent, a small band of strangers drawn to the plight of a community