Out of The Woods (COMPLETED)

Out of The Woods (COMPLETED)
In the secluded city of Arden, nestled deep within an ancient forest, nymphs live hidden from a world they're taught to fear. But for Aurora, a life of quiet tradition is shattered by a spark of rebellious curiosity. Bound by an arranged marriage and sheltered by strict elders, she yearns for the vibrant, dangerous world glimpsed only in forbidden books and whispered tales. When a friend's daring secret ignites a plan for escape, Aurora must choose: safety within the familiar, or the thrilling, unknown expanse of a world that promises both beauty and peril. Will she find the magic she craves, or discover the chilling truth behind Arden's protective walls?

The warm sun streamed through the open window, illuminating the dust motes dancing in the air and highlighting the freckles scattered across Esmerelda’s cheeks. She lay draped across her bed, a picture of carefree rebellion, her long black curls dangling precariously over the edge.

"The Christmas lights in the city are the most beautiful thing I've ever seen, Aurora. Come on, you can't deny that you're at least the tiniest bit curious," she drawled, her voice a seductive whisper.

My eyes remained fixed on the creased pages of the book resting on my lap, its familiar weight a comfort. "You know we mustn't," I replied calmly, the words a well-worn path I’d trodden countless times.

Esmerelda sighed dramatically. "Not even to pick up some more books? You've reread that one like ten times."

I offered her a soft smile. "This one is my favorite."

Her gaze drifted to the title, her nose scrunching in distaste. "You're such a hopeless romantic, Aurora. You'll never meet a man who reaches those standards in this tiny city."

Out of The Woods (COMPLETED)

Out of The Woods (COMPLETED)

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