Third Person's POV
Both families had forced themselves to leave behind the safety and familiarity of Dark North City and ventured into dangerous territories filled with unknown magical beasts, ruthless adventurers, and lawless regions where they possessed neither allies, influence, nor any established roots.
They searched countless towns, cities, villages, and hidden settlements.
They questioned merchants, mercenary groups, wandering mages, caravans, and even the underground criminal network in the hope that someone might have seen a young boy matching Ethan's description.
Every insignificant rumor was investigated, and every vague clue was pursued with desperate determination.
Yet despite all those years of searching and all the dangers they willingly endured, they failed to uncover even the faintest trace pointing toward Ethan's whereabouts.
Gradually, reality began wearing down everyone's determination, and hope slowly faded from the hearts of both families.
