Under Skyler's solemn and panicked gaze, the fifth day since he had planted the seed arrived. Yet, even after waiting this long, the ground remained unchanged. Not a single sprout had appeared, not even the slightest sign of life emerging from the soil.
The doubt that had begun to grow in Skyler's mind only deepened.
He stared at the spot where the seed was buried, his gaze becoming more restless with each passing moment.
Finally, he couldn't help but mutter.
"Was I tricked?"
The mermaid crouched down beside him and patted his shoulder to get his attention.
"Should I water it again?"
Skyler smiled at her and let out a sigh.
"It's fine."
Isaac, Zack, and the others, who had been watching Skyler for the past several days, couldn't help but shake their heads. They had witnessed his repeated attempts, his growing uncertainty, and the empty patch of land that had shown no signs of life.
Charles looked at the spot where the seed had been planted before closing his eyes.
