The little girl waved her hands, and it felt like an imaginary rope had tied itself around Nia’s wrist. Nia struggled to free herself, but the hand over her mouth only tightened. She was dragged deeper into the forest, her mind racing with fear. Suddenly, she was flung to the ground, and her captors revealed themselves. The little girl in blue gazed at her with an unnerving intensity, her eyes flashing with a hint of magic. The tall figure loomed over her, his face chiseled and unyielding.
"Who are you?" Nia demanded, trying to keep her voice steady. The girl smiled, her lips curling up.
"You'll find out soon enough." She raised her hand, and a faint glow emanated from her fingers. Nia's eyes widened as she realized this girl could wield magic. The warrior stepped forward, his eyes gli
