The cave was cool and quiet, a welcome contrast to the muggy heat outside.A faint breeze drifted in through the entrance, making the dust dance and lending the place an eerie, almost mystical atmosphere.

  Tessa stepped inside, her boots crunching softly against the dry ground.The cave was spacious—large enough to serve as a camp and sleeping quarters.The ground was firm, relatively even, and a few roots dangled from the ceiling, having forced their way through the rock.

  Thor, the massive grizzly bear, had already settled into one of the darker corners.His dark eyes followed Tessa, but he made no move to get up.

  Mike was the first to break the silence.

  “Well, now we have a cave. Now we need a home.”

  Tessa nodded. “Let’s get to work.”

  First Steps – A Place to SleepTaking a focused breath, Tessa raised her hands and began to weave her magic.Green, shimmering runes danced around her fingertips as she reshaped her surroundings with sheer willpower.

  First, she conjured soft furs on the ground—thick enough to provide warmth and a comfortable place to sleep.The dense hides spread across the cold stone like a second skin, creating a cozy, welcoming space.

  Mike let out a satisfied sigh.

  “Oh man, that looks insanely comfy.”

  Tessa grinned. “Trust me. It’s better than bare rock.”

  But she wasn’t done.

  With another motion, she created a sturdy tent made of leather and wooden poles.It was large enough to shield against the cold and dark, but not so massive that it cluttered the cave unnecessarily.

  Mike looked around, impressed.

  “Okay, I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: being a goddess has perks.”

  Order Must Be Maintained – Chests and Weapon RacksTessa turned to the next task.

  With a snap of her fingers, several chests appeared along the cave wall—crafted from dark, sturdy wood, reinforced with iron fittings.

  One for food.

  One for clothes and supplies.

  One for weapons and gear.

  Then came a weapon rack, made of hardened wood and metal.

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  Tessa removed Frostmore from her back and placed it carefully on the rack.The sword pulsed faintly in the darkness, a soft, icy-blue glow surrounding its blade.

  Next, she conjured a wooden mannequin, perfectly shaped to hold her death armor.

  The helmet, resembling a skeletal face, stared blankly at her as she mounted the armor onto it.

  Mike shuddered.

  “I swear, every time I look at that thing... chills.”

  Tessa smirked.

  “That’s the point.”

  Magic Meets Comfort – The Ice ChestTessa took a step back and focused.

  She summoned her ice magic—a cold, crystalline shimmer spreading from her hands.

  With precise control, she created an ice chest—a block of clear, frosty crystal.Cold mist drifted from its edges as a steady chill filled its interior.

  Mike stared, slack-jawed.

  “You just built a fridge… in a fantasy world.”

  Tessa leaned casually against one of the chests, arms crossed.

  “You’re surprised?”

  Mike laughed.

  “Honestly? Not anymore. But it’s still badass.”

  Everyday Clothes – You Can’t Always Wear ArmorFinally, Tessa conjured practical everyday clothing.

  Light, durable fabrics that allowed for easy movement.

  A simple hunting outfit made of leather and cotton, perfect for the forest and river.

  She changed into the new clothes, leaving her heavy armor resting on the mannequin.

  Mike gave an appreciative whistle.

  “Looks practical. And I bet you’re ten times more comfortable.”

  Tessa stretched lightly.

  “Yeah, my shoulders are definitely grateful.”

  The Bear Gets a Name – ThorThor, the massive grizzly, had watched the entire spectacle in silence.

  He seemed content with the changes—as long as his corner remained undisturbed, he didn’t seem to care.

  Mike suddenly had an idea.

  “Hey, we can’t just keep calling him ‘the bear.’ He needs a name.”

  Tessa glanced at the huge creature, who had sprawled lazily across the stone.

  “And what do you suggest?”

  Mike grinned.

  “Thor.”

  Tessa raised an eyebrow.

  “The Norse god of thunder?”

  “Yeah. He’s huge, he’s strong, and he’s seriously intimidating.”

  Tessa looked at the bear again.He scratched his neck, let out a low rumble, and blinked at her lazily.

  “…Yeah. It fits.”

  From that moment, he wasn’t just a bear anymore.

  He was Thor.

  Chapter Ending – A Home is BuiltTessa let her gaze wander across the cave.

  Warm furs on the ground.

  A sturdy tent for sleeping.

  Chests for supplies and gear.

  A weapon rack with Frostmore.

  A mannequin bearing her armor.

  A magical ice chest for food.

  Practical clothes for everyday life.

  And in the corner, Thor—the massive grizzly—as if he had always belonged there.

  Mike let out a contented sigh.

  “Okay... this really feels like home now.”

  Tessa sank down onto one of the furs and stretched out.

  “Now I can finally breathe.”

  But deep inside, she knew this was only the beginning.

  A camp meant safety.

  But the world outside?

  It was still a vast, unknown mystery.

  End of Chapter 14.