Samuel made a soft sound of acknowledgment and checked the child resting on his shoulder.

"Are you tired, sweetie?"

"I'm not tired, Daddy. Put me down and let me walk by myself," the little one replied with her sweet voice.

She was delighted by the lush forest and the pleasant sounds made by the insects and birds.

As they had almost got there, Samuel set her down and instructed his men to watch her carefully.

Eliana took out a ...