Chapter 2 Incident with Poisoned Flowers

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Even if the cosmos separate me from this soul,I will come back for you

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Even if the cosmos separate me from this soul,
I will come back for you...
 - Emma

When the tears dropped on Emma's mouth, blood began to flow again on Emma's skin. Her purple cold and dead body begins to become a fresh flesh running blood again. Emma's eyes fluttered open, greeted by the dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves above. She felt a warmth on her cheeks and realized they were wet. Turning her head, she saw Alex, his eyes brimming with tears, his face a portrait of concern.


With a gentle touch, Emma caressed Alex's cheek, her fingers brushing away his tears. "Don't cry," she whispered, her voice as soft as the rustling leaves. His eyes met hers, a mix of relief and joy flooding his gaze.


He opened his eyes, surprised and both smiled. Emma gets up and asks what happened? Alex says in a very caring tone you were gone for a while by sniffing these poisonous flowers. It's called Nerium oleander. It can be medicinal for witch craft purposes but can send you to death bed if you sniff them directly. She looked confused.

"You are quite young to be here alone

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"You are quite young to be here alone. Where do you live? Where are your parents?" Alex's voice, tinged with concern, broke the stillness, his eyes filled with a protective warmth.

"I live near the village and came here to pick some flowers to decorate my hair," Emma replied, her voice as melodic as the whispers of leaves in the wind. There was a timeless quality to their conversation, as if the forest itself eavesdropped on their words.

Alex's response was filled with both caution and care. "Well then, if you're going to do it yourself, you might end up in a death bed again. I might have no choice but to help you." Alex remarked with a playful glint in his eye.

With careful hands, he began selecting the perfect blooms for Emma. Each choice seemed guided by an unseen hand, as if the forest itself whispered its approval. Gently, he wove them into her hair, the colors and fragrances merging seamlessly with her presence.

With careful hands, he began selecting the perfect blooms for Emma. Each choice seemed guided by an unseen hand, as if the forest itself whispered its approval. Gently, he wove them into her hair, the colors and fragrances merging seamlessly with her presence.

As the final petal found its place, he stepped back to admire his handiwork. "There, a crown fit for a forest princess," he declared with a smile, his eyes reflecting the satisfaction of an artist who had found his muse. Emma's heart swelled with gratitude, for this small act of kindness.

In the heart of their youth, Alex became not just a friend, but a steadfast protector for Emma. Like a brother, he shielded her from the uncertainties of the world. Their secret rendezvous to their cherished meeting spot became a sanctuary where time seemed to stand still.


Their days were filled with adventures crafted from the very fabric of the jungle itself. With skilled hands, they fashioned boats from leaves and twine, setting sail on the river's gentle current. Laughter echoed through the trees as they played games of hide and seek, lost in the thrill of the chase.


Yet, it wasn't all play; there were responsibilities woven into the tapestry of their friendship. Together, they tended to the needs of the animals, caring for the cattle and horses with a shared sense of purpose. Emma's gentle touch and Alex's guiding hand created a harmonious rhythm in their caretaking.


In moments of quiet intimacy, Alex would weave enchanting hairstyles for Emma, transforming her into a forest princess adorned with the beauty of nature. Each strand of hair became a canvas, painted with the colors of the jungle's blossoms.


The enchantment didn't end there. Sometimes, under the cover of night, Alex would steal away to Emma's home, drawn by the magnetic pull of her spirit. There, he would witness her in her element, a whirlwind of energy as she tended to the chickens and brought life to the quiet corners of her world.


As the seasons passed, their bond deepened, woven with threads of shared laughter, whispered secrets, and unspoken understanding. The outside world grew more demanding, casting shadows on their precious moments together. Still, they clung to their secret meetings, finding solace in the knowledge that within their hidden world, time held no sway.


These clandestine encounters became the heartbeat of their friendship, a sanctuary where they were free to be themselves, unburdened by the weight of the world.



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