However, fear of losing him and getting left alone in the forest urged her on. As they walked deeper into the forest, the trees thickened, their shadows casting eerie patterns on the ground, but she kept her fear in check focused on Paul’s retreating figure.
After what felt like an eternity, Melissa saw Paul step into a clearing. She ducked behind a tree, her heart hammering. Peering out cautiously, she saw an old cottage nestled among the trees. There was a small pond right next to it.