The taxi driver’s excitement was contagious. “Have you heard of Malus Halliana? The Malus Halliana tree in Hadale is in full bloom right now. Its pinkish-white flowers look like a giant pinkish-white cloud. When the wind blows, the petals fall like snowflakes in the sky. It’s a breathtaking sight!”

Cristofer was taken aback. “What’s the name of that tree?” he asked eagerly.

“It’s called Malus Halliana. Typically, you’d find these trees in the northern regions, which ...