The forest seemed to be thinning out, that is, the trees didn't seem as mangled or close together, and more light was visible from the outside. While Jesús did appreciate nature and hiking and exploring unknown territory, he only did so on his own terms. Being thrown into a wild (because this forest was far from tame) forest with no idea where to go or what to do didn't bother him. Having to navigate through a thick, ominous fog? Creepy, but not entirely undoable. Being subjected to the anxiety-inducing task of saving a helpless no-maj (who was undeniably suspicious and incredibly annoying)? Now that...that made his blood boil.
Grateful for the cooperation of the newly-reformed no-maj, Jesús maneuvered them around the large, stray branches, oddly shaped rocks, and suspicious looking flora (that he was pretty sure shouldn't be able to grow in a forest, at all.) While he really wanted to purge the entire ordeal out of his mind forever, he also knew that there were things he needed to review carefully once they got out. He'd momentarily stopped obsessively replaying the last thirty minutes in his head, and drew in a breath when he saw that they'd reached the edge of the forest.
Giving the man a light tap on his shoulder, Jesús sighed contentedly. As he exited the forest (his relief was immediate, and he wanted to move as far away from the forest as possible, however,) a few pertinent things bounced around his mind: who could he call over to help him with the man? He gave the man a reassuring smile and said: "Let me look for someone who can help us," (translation: let him find all the parties responsible for stressing him out unnecessarily) before walking further ahead. He kept his eyes peeled for anyone who looked important and capable.
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