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PreciousAnusiem
Ongoing, First published Dec 24, 2024
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The moon hung high above the towering pines of Cedar Hollow, its pale glow dimmed by a restless fog that seemed alive, curling through the woods like a living thing. The night was still except for the muffled crunch of hurried footsteps on the snow-covered ground. A young girl, no more than thirteen, ran with all her might, her breaths forming frantic clouds in the icy air. Her wild eyes darted over her shoulder, her face streaked with tears and panic.  

They were closing in.  

The shadows moved unnaturally, slithering between the trees as if the darkness itself had taken shape to pursue her. Her heart pounded so fiercely that it drowned out all other sounds-the crackling of brittle branches, the whisper of the wind, and the faint, guttural chants that trailed her like a sinister melody.  

"Please, no," she gasped, clutching a small object against her chest. The silver chain of a locket glinted briefly under the moonlight before disappearing beneath her torn coat.  

She stumbled, her foot catching on a root hidden beneath the snow. She fell hard, a cry escaping her lips as pain shot up her leg. Desperately, she crawled forward, her frostbitten hands clawing at the ground.  

The figures emerged, cloaked and hooded, their forms blending seamlessly into the shadows. They moved in unison, their faces obscured, but their presence radiated malevolence. The girl pressed herself against the base of a tree, clutching the locket tightly as tears streamed down her face.  

"Stay back!" she screamed, her voice trembling.  

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The Stranger under the willow tree

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On a frigid and blustery October evening, the radiant moon cast its glow upon a solitary willow tree, perched atop a hill. Beneath the tree sat a mysterious man, clutching a large, worn storybook. Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to a child, no more than 10 to 13 years old, wandering aimlessly nearby. With a welcoming gesture, the man motioned the child over to him. "Why are you out here all alone on such a freezing night?" he inquired with concern. The child merely shrugged in response. The man sighed and reached out his hand, offering it to the shivering youngster. Without hesitation, the little boy took hold of the man's hand and they made their way over to the willow tree where a cozy fire was already burning. "Here you are, little one," the man said gently. "Let's get you nice and warm." Seated by the fire, the child's eyes were drawn to the book resting against the tree. With a pointed finger, he indicated his desire for a story. The man smiled kindly. "Well then, let's dive into some tales, shall we?"

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