The Witching Woods
Tejas100
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  • Reads 45
  • Votes 18
  • Parts 17
  • Time 1h 0m
Tejas100
Complete, First published Jun 22, 2023
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"The Witching Woods" is a chilling tale set in a dense and foreboding forest known for its dark history and eerie reputation. The story follows Sarah and Draco (explanation in Chapter 1) who venture into the woods, drawn by rumors of supernatural occurrences and a hidden coven of witches.

As they delve deeper into the heart of the woods, the characters become entangled in a web of malevolent forces and ancient rituals. They encounter unsettling manifestations, encounter strange symbols, and witness inexplicable phenomena. Gradually, they realize that the witches' presence is not merely a legend but a horrifying reality that threatens their lives and sanity.

They must confront their deepest fears and unravel the mysteries of the witching woods to survive. Along the way, they may uncover the dark secrets that lie beneath the surface and delve into the history of the witches, their motives, and their connection to the forest.

Themes of isolation, paranoia, and the blurring of reality and supernatural forces are prevalent in the story. "The Witching Woods" explores the primal fear of the unknown, the consequences of meddling with forbidden knowledge, and the lengths one must go to escape the clutches of evil.
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My name is Kalista. They call me the beast. Kalista has been cursed by a powerful sorceress and is now a prisoner in her own palace. As petals fall from an enchanted rose, her fate and the sorceress's victory draw nearer. But Kalista refuses to be defeated so easily and uses her own magic to push against the bindings. Yet what if it is not enough and the only way the curse might be shattered is through the help of another? When Arawn crosses into the beast's domain, he has one motive: revenge for his brother's death. But as he draws nearer to the beast and is surrounded by invisible servants, magical banquets, and an enchanted forest, he realizes that this beast is much more complex and much more human than he first thought. As their paths intertwine, Kalista must risk opening her heart to another, while Arawn must learn to see past his hate and prejudice. Together, they struggle against spells, wolves, and time itself to break the curse. If they fail, Kalista will fall asleep and will never again wake.

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