Intant Kaeru, vassal of Greed

Mysterious Purple Tree
It was night, I felt cold. Too many thoughts crowded my mind, all I knew was I had to get out of there. My village frowned upon me, I was seen as nothing more than a burden. Quickly, without a second thought, I ran away. I went exploring often, so I had an idea where I was headed. That wasn't the plan... You see I wanted to run far, as far as I can, away from my village, and to never look back. I chose specifically night when the village was asleep, so no one would notice me. As I grabbed my shoes, bagged some food, and packed some clothing... I waited.

Finally, it was midnight. My parents have come home from work, but felt too ashamed to even look at me, or even say goodnight. I hate it here, I wanted to leave. I grabbed my bags and silently walked outside of my house. It was then I made my move, I started running as fast as I could and kept running. Too many thoughts crowded my mind, I was acting impulsively. No time to look back, no time to think, no time to feel, and in an instant... I was gone.

After about ten minutes of running, I grew tired and decided to stop and make temporary shelter. Panting and sweating, I searched the nearby area for a comfortable place to stay. Walking down a hill, I slipped and fell, hurting my knee in the process. I slowly gathered myself, and as I looked up.. it was there. I couldn't believe what bestowed upon my eyes, blinded by its purple glow, I overshadowed my eyes with my hands. Right in front of me, was something I never knew could exist... it was a large mushroom shaped tree. The tree's color was strikingly purple, and it was at this moment... I heard something. I heard the tree's calling. Next to the tree was a large vine, but this was no ordinary vine. I heard a voice, sounded like a woman's voice, and it spoke to me. It promised me things I always desired, promised me wealth and power. A better life. Confused and shaken, I still accepted the vine's offer... Next thing I knew, I passed out.