Chapter 190: Entering Mount Ourea
When everyone had successfully crossed the river, Gideon and Percival hid behind a tree, water dripped from their garments in steady rivulets as they changed into dry clothes. Carefully, they tucked the wet bundles into the mesh pocket strapped to the outer frame of their backpack.
To their surprise, everything inside the bag remained dry.
"Sis, this bag is very practical," Gideon called out, his eyes wide with genuine amazement as he inspected the contents. "We are soaking wet, but the things inside are completely dry. I did not know that we have fabric that’s water resistant."
Lara smiled, walking over with a knowing look. "Those fabrics were coated with plant sap both inside and out, but the protective coating might eventually wear off after several washings."
"You should seriously sell this to the army," Bener chimed in, his tone half-joking but with an edge of admiration.
"Yes, Brother. They are indeed my target market."
Lara’s eyes flicked to Gideon’s bag, where water was dripping from his wet clothes. He should have at least wrung out the clothes to remove excess water.
Lara handed them a thin bamboo tube with a lid. "Rub this oil on your exposed skin. It’s another layer of defense. Bugs and other insects would not bother you."
The brothers eagerly accepted the gift and began applying the fragrant oil, their expressions relaxing as the herbal aroma filled the air. The Lenard sibling did the same.
"This smells good," Benner commented when he returned the tube to Lara.
Jetrhu and Lara led them deeper into the jungle. The canopies above dimmed the sunlight. Towering plants loomed on either side of them as they walked, birds chirped overhead, their calls sharp and bright. Every few steps, Percival would pause, captivated by the strange and vibrant flora around him.