God Simulator: The Goddesses In The Simulation Are All Real

Chapter 122: In The Heart Of The Forest

As they settled down in the forest for the night, Linsley kept watch while Lucy rested with Ted beside her. The boy had been through enough, and for now, he slept peacefully despite the world collapsing around them.

Linsley, however, couldn't shake the weight of the day's events.

When dawn broke, Ted stirred, his eyes opening slowly as the early light filtered through the trees. He looked confused, his small body still adjusting to the aftermath of awakening his Gift.

"What… happened?" Ted asked, rubbing his eyes.

Linsley crouched beside him, his voice calm but firm. "You awakened, Ted. Your Gift is powerful—Destruction. But it's dangerous. You'll need to learn to control it, or else it'll destroy everything around you."

Ted looked down at his hands, still unsure of what to make of it. "Destruction?" he echoed, fear creeping into his voice.

Lucy offered him a gentle smile and placed a hand on his shoulder. "Don't worry. We'll figure it out together."

Ted nodded, though his expression remained troubled. The weight of his newfound power hung heavily on him, just as Linsley had expected. But there wasn't time to ease him into this new reality.

Linsley stood, turning his gaze toward the horizon. "We can't stay here. They'll come for us soon. We need to move."

Lucy and Ted quickly got to their feet, ready to follow him. They had no choice but to keep running.

The world they had known was gone, but now, they had something far more important—a chance to survive and a way to fight back.

…

Linsley led the way through the thick forest, his senses heightened as they ventured deeper into the wilderness.

The towering trees created a canopy overhead, casting shadows that swallowed them as they moved. The rustling of leaves underfoot and the occasional chirping of forest creatures were the only sounds accompanying them.

The further they went, the more isolated they became, a welcome distance from the facility they had just escaped.

"We should find somewhere to rest soon," Lucy murmured, her wings twitching slightly as they trekked on.

Ted, still somewhat dazed from the chaos, nodded silently. His eyes were downcast, the weight of what had just happened settling in.

Eventually, after what felt like hours, they came across a small cave tucked into the side of a hill. It was hidden by thick brush, almost invisible unless you knew where to look.

"Here," Linsley said, motioning for them to stop. "We can camp here for the night."

They ducked inside the cave, the cool air a relief after their long journey.

The space was tight, but it was safe—at least for now.

The dim light inside created a sense of calm compared to the overwhelming chaos they had just fled.

Linsley surveyed their surroundings, already planning what they needed. With a deep breath, he focused his mind, activating his Real Fantasy gift.

In his thoughts, he envisioned simple but comfortable beds for them to sleep on, soft enough to rest after their long ordeal.

A moment later, three neatly made beds appeared in the cave, as though they had always been there.

Ted and Lucy stared in amazement.

"How…?" Ted began, but Linsley shook his head.

"It's just something I can do now," Linsley said calmly. "But it won't last forever, so get some rest while you can."

Next, Linsley conjured food—bread, fruits, and some fresh water.

The food appeared as if it had been prepared by unseen hands, and the small fire he created crackled gently, warming the cave without producing much smoke.

Ted's stomach growled audibly, and he glanced at Linsley, who gave him a reassuring nod.

"Eat. You'll need your strength," Linsley said.

They sat in silence for a while, eating quietly.

The bread was soft, and the fruits were sweet, a far cry from the sterile, metallic taste of the facility they had been trapped in.

For a moment, it almost felt normal—like they were just three kids camping in the woods.

Lucy looked over at Linsley, her expression thoughtful. "Thank you," she said softly. "For everything."

Linsley gave her a small smile. "We're in this together. We look out for each other."

Ted swallowed a bite of bread and spoke up. "What now? Do we just keep running?"

Linsley glanced toward the cave entrance, his eyes narrowing. "We'll figure out our next move. But for now, we need to rest. Tomorrow, we start planning."

Lucy nodded and released a quiet sigh as she canceled her transformation, allowing her wings to disappear and her hair to shrink back to its original shoulder-length.

Maintaining her Fallen Angel form drained her Flux continuously, and it wasn't worth wasting energy when they needed every bit of it to survive.

She settled into the bed Linsley had created for her, pulling the blanket up as she closed her eyes.

Ted, who had been watching her with wide eyes, followed her lead. He curled up under his own blanket, his exhaustion overtaking him. His mind was still reeling from the events of the day, but the safety of the cave and the warmth of the fire helped lull him to sleep.

Linsley, however, remained awake for a while longer. He sat near the entrance of the cave, watching the forest beyond. The darkness outside seemed endless, and the sounds of rustling leaves and distant animals only heightened his alertness.

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Still, the small fire flickering behind him brought some comfort, casting a gentle light over Lucy and Ted as they slept soundly.

They had survived the nightmare of the facility, but the real challenge was just beginning. Linsley knew they couldn't stay hidden forever.

The people who had experimented on them would come looking, and they had no intention of letting their escaped "subjects" live freely. But Linsley wasn't one to sit idly by.

With his Real Fantasy gift and Lucy and Ted's newfound abilities, they had the strength to fight back.

As the night wore on, Linsley finally allowed himself to relax.

Tomorrow, they'd figure out their next move. They had to stay one step ahead, but tonight, they could rest.