Divine Journey

Nokou was quite upset. “Well, perhaps in time, the underground waters will cleanse this well. At least, no one can poison it anymore. Maybe it’s even worth trying to clean it.” He hoisted the old man onto his shoulders and, nodding to his companion to indicate that it was time to leave, swam back to the surface. Swimming upwards was much easier than going down, so very soon he emerged from the water and entrusted the body to the waiting gnome, briefly recounting what had happened.