*Rhys*
I heard the snapping of branches behind me and knew I was right. My men had followed me into Deadwood Forest despite their reservations.
A smile crossed my face in my triumph. That smile faded fast quickly. Only a few minutes in, I could hear something loud approaching us. I put my fist up, signaling the men to stop, and tried to discern what the sound was. Where was it coming from? What was it?
The hum grew louder and louder, forming into a buzz. With a start, I realized what it was, but it was too late.
A swarm of giant insects flew out of the trees and surrounded us in minutes. I put my arms up to protect my head and neck as I tried to turn and run out. Within a couple of steps, I was knocked to the ground by a heavy weight falling on top of me.
