We came to a fork and I was at a loss as to which direction to take. Both were
equally traveled. There were no signs despite the bridge behind us. I was about to
pick at random when I noticed a glow coming from somewhere far along the left
path. So, left we went.
The glow was far in the distance but so bright to carry so far. As we came closer
there was an unpleasant smell in the air and the ground became slightly soft and
wet.
A beautiful bright yellow flower became apparent, glowing incredibly in the
darkening forest. Obviously the source of the smell but somehow more compelling
because of it.
Kala sniffed and sneezed and shook his head as we passed, picking up his pace
and bringing me along behind, looking over my shoulder.