As the ominous feeling of being watched continued to linger, Sophia's voice broke the silence. "Do you think someone or something is leading us deeper into the forest?" she asked, her tone cautious.
Alex glanced around, his brow furrowed in thought. "It's possible," he replied, his gaze scanning the shadows for any signs of movement. "But whoever—or whatever—it is, we need to stay on our guard."
I nodded in agreement, my senses on high alert as we pressed forward through the dense undergrowth. Every rustle of leaves, every snap of a twig sent a jolt of adrenaline coursing through my veins, and I couldn't shake the feeling that danger lurked around every corner.
Suddenly, a figure emerged from the shadows, causing us to freeze in our tracks. It was a woman, her features ethereal and otherworldly, with eyes that seemed to pierce straight through to our souls.
"Welcome, travelers," she said, her voice melodic and soothing. "I am the Guardian of the Enchanted Forest."
I exchanged a wary g
