A Dark Shadow

Clara

The forest felt impossibly large at night, as if every shadow had grown taller. Every rustle was like a warning. Guided only by the pale glow of the moonball cupped in my hand, I moved deeper into the woods. I was determined to reach Gael before another day passed.

The soft orb glimmered, pointing me to the right direction. It was like a quiet promise that it would lead me to him. I clutched