Alice Past The Mirror (Book One)
Date: 5/6/2024,
Categories:
Fantasy & Sci-Fi,
Author: Nekane
... grey town and had stepped into a realm where magic floated in the very air she breathed. It was a place where the ordinary had no place, and the extraordinary was the norm.
As she continued her exploration of Nevermere, Alice couldn't shake the feeling that she was an outsider, a visitor from a world that paled in comparison to this fantastical realm. Yet, deep within her, the yearning for adventure and appreciation burned brighter than ever, and she knew that her journey had only just begun.
With each step, Alice ventured further into the heart of Nevermere, discovering more of its enchanting secrets and fantastical inhabitants. She was determined to embrace the extraordinary and find her place in this whimsical world, no matter how out of place she felt in her grey suit.
Alice's journey through Nevermere continued, her sense of wonder undiminished by the exotic sights and sounds that surrounded her. She marveled at the architecture, where buildings seemed to defy gravity with their intricate spires and floating gardens. The streets were alive with fantastical creatures of all shapes and sizes, and the air was filled with laughter and the sweet melodies of musicians playing strange instruments.
Yet as Alice ventured deeper into the heart of the town, she couldn't help but notice a subtle shift in the atmosphere. The vibrancy of the surroundings gave way to a sense of foreboding, and the once-friendly faces of the locals became guarded and wary.
Unbeknownst to ...
... Alice, she had unwittingly entered the more dangerous neighborhoods of Nevermere, where shadows clung to the cobblestone streets like silent predators. The architecture grew darker and more foreboding, and the air was heavy with the scent of intrigue and uncertainty.
Her grey suit now stood out like a beacon of vulnerability in this less-than-friendly part of town. Alice began to feel the weight of the gazes that followed her every step, eyes that seemed to belong to creatures and beings from the darker corners of the fantastical realm.
As she turned a corner, her heart pounding with a mixture of curiosity and unease, Alice stumbled upon a group of individuals who looked decidedly less welcoming than the rest of the town's inhabitants. They were a motley crew of rogues and ruffians, their attire adorned with symbols and markings that hinted at affiliations with less savory elements.
Alice froze in her tracks, realizing that she had unwittingly wandered into trouble's embrace. Her pulse quickened as she tried to retreat, but it was too late. The group had noticed her, and their eyes glittered with a hunger that sent a shiver down her spine.
In the midst of this fantastical realm, Alice had found herself in a perilous situation, and she had yet to discover whether her yearning for adventure would lead her to safety or into the clutches of the unknown.
Part 18: Chains of Fate
As the motley crew of rogues and ruffians closed in on her, Alice's heart raced with ...