After breakfast, the girls—especially Jisso and Rose—decided to venture into the forest. It was a challenging task to convince their lady bosses to join them.
The cottage stood majestically amid the towering trees of the enchanted forest, an enchanting blend of modern aesthetics and magical elements.
Its sleek wooden exterior shimmered under the soft sunlight, with ivy climbing playfully over the walls, twinkling with tiny, magical lights. Inside, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, with spacious rooms filled with natural light.
Soft, flowing curtains framed the panoramic windows, offering breathtaking views of the vibrant forest outside.
“Okay, ladies, it’s time for our grand exploration!” Chae (Rose) declared, her voice bubbling with excitement as she adjusted her floral gown.
“We’ve been hidden away for too long. We need to get out and enjoy our new home!”
“Do we have to?” Lisa (Lalisa) replied, arms crossed as she leaned against the kitchen counter. Her demeanor was cool and distant, masking her curiosity about the world outside.
“Absolutely! This forest is magical, and we can’t waste it!” Soya (Jisso) chimed in, bouncing on her feet. “Plus, we need to start our garden.”
“Gardening sounds… tedious,” Jenn (Jennie) added, perched on the edge of a plush couch.
“Can’t we just order takeout instead? Isn’t that what magic is for?”
Chae and Soya exchanged mischievous glances.
“We’ll make it fun! Right, Soya?” Chae grinned, a spark of mischief dancing in her eyes.
“Definitely! But if you won’t come willingly…” Soya smirked, and suddenly a playful gust of wind swirled around the room, ruffling Lisa’s hair and tugging at Jenn’s clothes.
“Hey!” Lisa exclaimed, her calm facade momentarily shaken as she tried to tame her wild locks.
Chae joined in, summoning a playful shimmer of light that danced around them, wrapping around Jenn and Lisa.
“We’re not taking no for an answer!”
In an instant, the two reluctant ladies were hoisted off the ground, floating gently toward the door, their eyes wide with surprise.
“What the—? You can’t do this!” Jenn protested, flailing her arms in mock indignation.
Lisa’s expression remained stoic, though a hint of amusement flickered in her eyes.
“You two are ridiculous,” she muttered, crossing her arms again as she floated outside.
With a playful flourish, Soya and Chae set them down at the edge of the forest, laughing at their surprised faces.
“Welcome to the magical forest!” Chae announced, gesturing grandly.
“Fine, I guess this isn’t terrible,” Lisa conceded, a smirk finally breaking through her cool exterior as she surveyed the lush greenery and colorful wildflowers.
“See? Told you!” Soya said, practically bouncing on her toes. “Now, let’s find the perfect spot for our garden!”
The forest was alive with enchantment. The air hummed with magic, and the sunlight filtered through the leaves in a kaleidoscope of colors. As they wandered deeper, they discovered a glimmering stream that wound through the trees, its surface sparkling like diamonds.
“Look! This would be the perfect spot!” Chae said, pointing at a sunny clearing.
“We can plant herbs right by the water.”
“Or we can just relax here,” Jenn suggested, plopping down on a large rock by the stream.
“It’s too nice to work.”
“Hey, get up! This is a team effort!” Soya insisted, marching over to pull Jenn off the rock.
“You can’t avoid the hard work!”
As they began to gather materials to start their garden, a curious creature emerged from the underbrush—a small, fluffy being with shimmering wings and a mischievous grin. It flitted around them, letting out soft giggles, clearly intrigued by the newcomers.
“What is that?” Lisa asked, her curiosity finally piqued.
“I think it’s a gigglewing!” Chae exclaimed, her eyes sparkling. “They’re supposed to be friendly!”
The gigglewing zipped toward Lisa, hovering in front of her face.
“What do you want?” it seemed to ask, its tiny eyes wide with mischief.
“Um, nothing,” Lisa replied, trying to keep her cool, but her lips twitched in a barely-there smile as it flitted closer, tickling her nose with its wings.
“See, even the forest likes you!” Soya laughed, nudging Lisa playfully. “Embrace the magic!”
“Yeah, embrace it!” Jenn echoed, shaking her head with a grin as she leaned against a tree.
“At this rate, I might just become a full-time gardener.”
As they worked together, laughter filled the air. Chae and Soya playfully bickered over the best spot for their herbs while Lisa and Jenn exchanged amused glances, enjoying the camaraderie that came with their new home.
“Alright, let’s plant some of these starblossoms,” Chae suggested, holding up the vibrant seeds.
“Just don’t blame me if they attract all the weird creatures,”
Jenn quipped, a teasing smile on her lips.
As the sun began to dip lower in the sky, casting a warm glow over the clearing, Lisa felt a strange sense of belonging wash over her.
Maybe, despite her initial reluctance, this enchanted forest would offer them all the sanctuary they needed—a place to heal and grow, together.
“Okay, I’ll admit it,” Lisa said quietly, glancing at her friends as they worked. “This isn’t so bad.”
“See? Told you!” Chae grinned, tossing dirt at Soya, who laughed and retaliated in kind, turning their gardening into a playful battle.
As laughter echoed, the girls knew they were creating not just a garden, but a home of magic and friendship.
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Eclipse of the Divine
Fanfiction"They thought stripping me of my emotions would make me weak. That I'd be easier to control, to break. But they forgot-pain only sharpened my edge, and silence taught me resilience. I am the product of their cruelty, forged in shadows and tempered i...
