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You knew that Shintiro was a dangerous man, and you couldn't let him get his hands on the red Guardian Stone. You needed to find a safe place to stay for the night, somewhere away from the dangers of the prehistoric world.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡBQPgg3dIoZ
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Shintiro was a muscular older man. He had a long unkempt beard with lots of gray hair. Intimidating tattoos decorated his entire body. He traveled barefoot with a short spare in one hand and a small handmade knife on his waist.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgKLoJkvFKE
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Shintiro was a man consumed by his desire for power and glory. Inkagi told you a bit about this mysterious man. He mentioned that he had once been the leader of his tribe, a very large tribe. He was respected and revered by his people. But all that changed the day he lost the war against the ape civilization. It was a devastating defeat and one that had stripped him of his leadership and his pride.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡDZB1gKsZgL
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Shintiro had never been the same since that day. He felt useless and weak, unable to protect his people and unable to restore his honor. Frustrated and also mourning over the loss of his only son in the war, he had become obsessed with finding the Guardian Stones, believing that they held the key to his redemption. He had heard rumors of their power and believed that with them, he could regain his status as a powerful and respected leader.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡTxcwnfR6hg
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Shintiro was a cunning man, and he was willing to do whatever it took to get his hands on the Guardian Stones. He had a deep understanding of the prehistoric world and knew how to navigate its dangers. He had a bonded dinosaur, a green raptor, that he used to hunt down his prey. He was a skilled hunter and tracker, and he knew how to find what he was looking for.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡsdzlKPp1wG
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"Maybe we could reason with him. And show him that we're not his enemies." Alaska whispers to you.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeZ1Flc5czT
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You considered Alaska's suggestion carefully. It was worth a try, but you knew that Shintiro was a dangerous man. You didn't want to put yourself or Pyro in harm's way by approaching him. But at the same time, you knew that you couldn't keep running forever.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaf5yMcMKSl
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"Maybe you're right, Alaska," you said, finally breaking the silence. "Maybe there's a way to reason with him. But we have to be careful.”
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That’s when Inkagi spoke to both of you quietly. “No. Shintiro is not to be underestimated. It is too big of a risk to try and speak with him. I’ve heard many grave things about this man. All you need to know is that he’s dangerous. And we mustn’t approach him.” As Inkagi looks up at the sky, you notice the dark clouds forming up above. It was going to rain hard.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ72qwdBLE01
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You felt for a second that Inkagi was keeping something extremely important from both of you. And that at the moment, he has no desire to share the details with you regarding Shintiro. You kept that in the back of your mind, hoping to try and get more information regarding Shintiro in the future from him. 238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoS4JuNsB1J
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You do remember the day that Inkagi told you, in the first few weeks that you met, that Shintiro had a dark side. He was willing to use violence and intimidation to get what he wanted. He had no qualms about taking what he believed was rightfully his, even if it meant hurting others in the process. He had become a feared and hated figure in the prehistoric world, and many feared him.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5Jfj0lyvCG
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You knew that Shintiro was after the red Guardian Stone, and you knew that you had to protect it at all costs. You were prepared to do whatever it took to keep it out of his hands, even if it meant facing him head-on. You knew that the road ahead would be dangerous, but you were determined to stay one step ahead of him and keep the Guardian Stone safe.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡp52hbH7g2H
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Inkagi suddenly got up as you and Alaska followed. You all started to run. You knew that Pyro had no energy left in him to start a fight with Shintiro’s green raptor. Besides, you have never faced him before. You had no idea how powerful and how intelligent he was, especially since him being a leader of tribal hunters. You had no idea how to fight. You had never been in a war. Standing your ground against him was out of the question. It would be suicide to even think of it.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡRBtLflL6qd
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As you, Alaska, and Inkagi run through the dense jungle, you can hear the sound of Shintiro's green raptor in the distance. You knew that you had to keep moving if you wanted to stay one step ahead of him. You looked around, searching for a safe place to hide. That’s when sudden drops of rain began to fall.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡQ7XckBqfhv
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That's when you spotted another but smaller cave in the distance. It was difficult to see. The trees and overgrowth of plants covered it well. It looks like a promising place to stay for the night. As the rain began to pour, your tracks in the mud were becoming difficult for Shintiro to follow. Lightning starts to light up the sky as the wind and rain start to pick up.
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You gesture with your hands quietly to Inkagi and Alaska. They all had the same idea as you point to the cave. You all move quickly as you make your way toward the cave, trying not to make a sound. As you approach the cave, you see that it has enough room for all three of you to rest. Pyro would have to hide in the darkness of the jungle for the night, but he was already used to that.
You entered the cave cautiously, making sure that it was safe before settling in for the night. You could feel Pyro's presence with the power of the stone. With it you could feel that he was nearby, keeping a close watch on the cave. There is so much about the stone that is still a mystery to you. Many questions come to your mind, but you know that Inkagi did not have the answers. The stone itself is as mysterious to him as it is to you. You sat down on the ground, taking a deep breath and trying to calm your racing heart.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡOvwkJhhRH6
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As you sat there, you couldn't help but wonder what Shintiro wanted with the red Guardian Stone. You knew that it was a powerful artifact, but you had no idea why he was so determined to get it. You made a mental note to keep it safe at all costs.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcdeAb0d3ra
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As you settled into the safety of the cave, you couldn't help but think about Shintiro and the danger he posed. You knew that you had to stay alert if you wanted to stay one step ahead of him. But for now, you were safe, and you allowed yourself to rest, knowing that the journey ahead would be long and difficult.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgE0ClT9mut
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To you, everything was happening so quickly. One minute you think you’re going back home and then the next you’re running for your very life. You could hear it, the sound of Shintiro's green raptor grew louder, and you knew that he was getting closer. But with all the rain and wind, Inkagi hoped that they would give up the search. You whisper to Pyro through the stone to stay quiet and hide, hoping that Shintiro won’t find all of you. You sat in silence, which was at times broken by thunder strikes. You sit there motionless, waiting for him to pass by.
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Alaska’s breathing grew louder. You attempt to calm her down as the sounds of Shintiro’s raptor echo in the dense jungle. Minutes then turn into hours, and you begin to relax. It seems that Shintiro has given up his search for the night, and you are safe for now. You leaned back against the cave wall, feeling the exhaustion of the day wash over you.
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Alaska turns to you. “Have you ever wondered why this Shintiro wants your red Guardian Stone so badly?” You notice her hands are still shaking.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡhAU4Nles8w
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“All I know is what Inkagi told us. This is a powerful ancient artifact, and it holds untold power, but it could also be used for evil.”238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ4gUb90q9oT
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Inkagi turns to both of you after peeking outside the cave. “Many see the stone as something evil. They want nothing to do with it. In our language we call it ‘viktu’, meaning evil stone. I don’t believe that it is evil. But I could be wrong.”238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡaDZjAV0FRD
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“I’m scared. We don’t know what that thing can do. Who… who made these stones?” Alaska asks Inkagi in a shaky low whispering voice.
“We do not know. The only way to truly find out is to travel to the old ruins of the ancient world and see if we can discover anything new about these stones. I believe the Guardian Stones are thousands of years old. The journey to this ancient place, however, is long and dangerous. I, myself cannot take you there. The ancient world is known as the forbidden zone.”238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡrSpLmsmAcX
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You take the red Guardian stone out of your pocket, and you look at it deeply. You can feel Pyro’s heart beating. “I don’t think this stone is evil.” You say softly while Inkagi looks at you gaze at the stone. He looks at you with a concerned look.
As you sat there in the cave, you couldn’t help but think back to the very first day you found the red Guardian Stone and created a bond with a red and black striped raptor. At first, you remember he was a threat, but once you discovered the red Guardian Stone, everything changed.
You and Alaska had been lost in the forest and had stumbled upon a group of dangerous predators. Inkagi discovered both of you in the distance. But he wouldn’t have been able to reach you in time to protect you. You were outnumbered and outmatched, but just as you thought it was the end, the raptor appeared out of nowhere and fiercely protected you. From that day on, you named him Pyro.
In the mud, you found that you were stepping on a red glowing stone when the raptor finally appeared. It must have listened to your very thoughts as you stepped on the red Guardian Stone. “Where did this strange stone come from?”, you thought at the time.
Since then, you and the raptor had formed an unbreakable bond. The connection between you both was unlike anything you had ever experienced before. You could feel his emotions and he could feel yours, making you feel like the two of you were one.
Together, you traveled far and wide, witnessing incredible sights and facing unimaginable dangers. Yet, every time you shared a moment of fear, the raptor was always there to protect and guide you.
You thought about how much you had grown since meeting him. You had become stronger and braver, and much of that was thanks to the trust and companionship the raptor had shown you.
The Guardian Stone had brought you together, and now you could never imagine your life without your loyal and fierce companion. The bond you shared was unbreakable, and as you all sat there in the cave, you knew there was nothing you couldn't overcome as long as you had Pyro.
As you close your eyes, you can’t help but feel grateful for Pyro's loyalty and companionship. You knew that you were lucky to have him by your side, and you would do everything in your power to protect him. With that thought, you drifted off to sleep, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
Suddenly you were awakened by the power of the red Guardian Stone. Pyro was trying to warn you of the approaching danger. You could feel it. It was Shintiro, he was getting closer to the entrance of the cave. Now was the time to leave. And you needed to run fast.
You quickly got up from where you were sleeping, the Guardian Stone still glowing in your hand. As you made your way toward the cave entrance you approached Inkagi who was on the lookout and stayed awake all night long.
“Inkagi, we need to leave, we need to go now!” He stands up and looks at you in confusion.
Alaska started to rub her eyes, waking up to the sound of your voice. “Hey, what’s going on?” Alaska asks.
“The stone woke me up. It’s Pyro. I can sense it. Shintiro is coming this way. We need to leave!”
Inkagi stops you as you make your way to the entrance of the cave. “Are you sure about this? What if it’s a trap?”
“No, it’s not. I trust Pyro. We need to run and get away from this place.” You demanded Inkagi to listen and that what you saw with the power of the stone was Pyro trying to help.
You could hear the sounds of someone’s footsteps growing louder and louder but they were still far off.
With each passing moment, the danger felt more and more imminent. You knew that you had to move quickly if you wanted to escape unscathed. Inkagi looks into your frightened eyes one last time. There was a bit of doubt in the way he looked at you. Nonetheless, he agrees to leave the safety of the cave.238Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡk4PeP2BxLD
