Going to the forest wasn't anything unusual for Celestine anymore.
She hadn't thought much about it when she left the house.
After all, sneaking into the forest to practice her magic had quietly become part of her daily routine.
"I should probably change locations soon…"
She mumbled to herself as she walked through the snow, her boots sinking slightly with every step.
The forest had always been a convenient place.
The thick trees provided cover from wandering eyes, and there was plenty of open space between them to safely cast larger spells without destroying anything important.
But that wasn't the only reason she chose this place.
Over the years, Celestine had realized something strange about the forest.
Although it looked like an ordinary winter forest at first glance, it was actually magical by nature.
The trees themselves had a high affinity for mana absorption.
It was subtle, but noticeable once you paid attention to it.
