Drai found it quite amusing that despite its name, the ridiculously wide river wasn't blue at all because it was tinted by the afternoon light.
Gazing at the unseen opposite bank, Drai wondered how much essence he would have to spend to sustain his flight across this natural border.
"I can just swim it out if I run out of essence midway, but I'd rather not test the waters if I could help it. The return trip will be a hassle though, since I'd be bringing a few apes with me.
"Still, I don't understand why Max doesn't want me cutting through Funky Valley and reaching the jungle via the cliffs. If I ever encounter the swarm, they shouldn't be able to pierce my max toughness. I feel like he's hiding some details. Oh well, since I've arrived here, I might as well cross."
'System, how many times can I fully restore Nova Flux with the essence I have?'
[Nine times if you forgo your contingency supply.]
