When Jim focuses his affection for Hunter, there is a warmth in the air. More and more roses appear on the path behind them now. And they seem to be blooming all over now. Even in the twists and turns of the path they are following. There is still a darkness ahead of them, but the path they have traveled is filling with light and hope.

"He has become so much stronger since meeting all of you. His friends give him such confidence. It was why the poison couldn't directly infect his heart." Kendra smiles. "His love for his friends was already there, protecting the most important part of him."

They turn a corner and are faced with a thick patch of the dark thorns. "Love and friendship are the only things that will end this poison."