In Nightspire City, deep within the frozen forest where sunlight barely touched the ground, a lone lady moved swiftly between the towering trees. Her head was covered with a blue scarf pulled low over her face, and a long black gown trailed behind her as she walked. With every few steps, she glanced over her shoulder, her heart pounding as fear crept into her chest. She walked faster, almost running, as if something unseen was chasing her through the shadows.The cold bit into her skin, but she did not stop. Her legs carried her forward until, at last, a small, old hut appeared before her. She slowed to a halt and stood still, listening. The forest was unnaturally quiet, no birds, no insects, only the faint rustling of dry leaves beneath the wind.After standing there for a moment, she gathered her courage and approached the hut. The door was low, forcing her to bend as she stepped inside.The moment her foot crossed the threshold, her body stiffened.The stench hit her like a blow, t
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