-Selene-
“Sh*t,” I muttered as my car struggled in the muddy hole it had become lodged in.
I pressed the accelerator repeatedly, but the wheels only spun in place. Leaning back, I sighed in frustration.
“Really?” I asked into the darkness.
When the GPS directed me to this so-called road, I should have realized I was in trouble. Why didn’t I see this coming? I glanced at the dark forest ahead, illuminated only a few feet by the car’s headlights.
All I could see was a muddy trail. It looked like I would have to continue on foot. I turned off the engine, grabbed my bag, and slung it over my shoulder before locking the car. Fortunately, I had already changed into a thicker coat and boots. The wind was biting cold, and the rain had started to fall lightly.
I looked back at the way I had
