THE REFLECTION GAME
“I am you.”
Anna’s grip faltered for a moment. The words struck a nerve, a seed of doubt blooming in her mind. Was this thing truly part of her? A manifestation of her fears, her regrets?
“No,” she said, her voice firm despite the fear gnawing at her. “You’re not me. You’re just a shadow, and shadows can’t exist without light.”
The reflection paused, its expression shifting to something almost human—shock, or perhaps fear. Anna took the chance to focus on the shard. It began to glow brighter, illuminating the darkness around them.