Chronicle of Forgotten Legends. Price of Salvation. Akop Nagabedyan

full of anticipation and hope for tomorrow, knowing that together they could overcome any difficulties that came their way.

      As Thunder and his new friends settled in for the night, they had no idea what awaited them. The sky was studded with stars, and the wind whispered softly among the trees. Suddenly, a loud noise came out of the darkness, and a huge troll appeared before them. His skin was gray and his eyes glowed with an ominous light. The troll, without waiting for questions, attacked the group of travelers. Thunder, though frightened, gathered his wits and threw himself into the fight. He knew they needed to join forces to deal with this terrible creature. The fight began. The troll was huge and terrifying, its blows were powerful and it knocked down its opponents with ease. Thunder, Stan, and Elia fought as hard as they could, but the troll was too strong. They beat him for hours, but he would not give up.

      Finally, when his strength began to run out, Grom gathered all his courage and rushed to the attack and his friends joined forces to deliver the decisive blow. With a crash, the troll fell to the ground and its menacing presence vanished. Thunder and his friends, breathing heavily, stood over their defeated foe, realizing that their friendship and courage had helped them overcome this challenge.

      – We did it! – exclaimed Thunder, embracing his friends. – We have won!

      They thanked each other for their support and continued on their way, but now they were confident that together they could overcome any difficulties.

      Suddenly Stan, still catching his breath, noticed:

      – It’s strange that the troll is here. I thought trolls were long extinct.

      Elia nodded in agreement:

      – Yes, it is indeed unusual. Where did it come from here?

      Thunder thought for a moment and answered:

      – Perhaps he stayed here to guard something important. Or perhaps he just didn’t find a place for himself in this world like many other creatures.

      Stan added:

      – But if trolls still exist, then other dangers may be around. We need to be careful.

      Thunder agreed:

      – Yes, and we need to be ready for anything. There may be many more mysteries lurking in this forest.

      Several days passed, and Thunder and his friends continued their journey through the forest. Each step became more and more difficult, and dark shadows seemed to follow them. The wind howled and the trees whispered their secrets, creating an atmosphere of unease.

      – Have you noticed how often we meet footprints? – Thunder asked, pointing to the torn bodies of animals. – It’s not just a coincidence.

      – «Yes,» Elia agreed, «I feel that something is wrong. It’s as if someone or something is watching us.

      Stan, who was still tense after the battle with the troll, added:

      – Perhaps it’s the aftermath of what we did. We defeated the troll, and now its master or other creatures may seek revenge.

      Thunder thought for a moment. He remembered how the troll had been full of anger and hatred. Perhaps he really was part of something bigger, and their victory might have aroused the anger of other creatures.

      – We need to be careful,» Thunder said. – We don’t know who or what might be waiting for us.

      Suddenly there was a crackling sound from behind the trees, and the group froze. All eyes turned in that direction. A figure emerged from the bushes – it was an old forester with a long beard and wise eyes.

      – Do not be afraid, travelers,“ he said, „I am not an enemy. I have been watching you and I have come to warn you.