The fallen oak
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Last published Sun, Mar 2, 2025
Keira ran through the forest separated from the others. A glow started and the next thing she knew she was on the floor surrounded by her two friends.
"Keira it's ok what happened" Natalia said.
"I have no idea." She replied.
She woke up in her bed the next day, something was wrong. She had a headache. She was dizzy. And her eyes were now red.
Story of a girl developing powers finding others and navigating life as a young teen.
Long version, more detail and more character development.
If you don't like long stories read the short version :).
Nothing too bad in it, mentions throwing up and blood etc. I'll change this if I add anything 💗
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