ALICE POV
I found myself walking through a dense, ancient forest, the moonlight filtering through the canopy above, casting ethereal patterns on the ground. The air was cool and filled with the earthy scent of moss and pine. As I walked, the trees began to thin out, and I emerged into a clearing. In the center of the clearing was a serene lake, its waters so clear that the stars and the full moon above were perfectly reflected on its surface.
I moved closer to the water's edge, mesmerized by the tranquil beauty of the scene. Kneeling down, I dipped my fingers into the cool water, watching as the ripples distorted the reflections of the moon and stars. For a moment, I lost myself in the simple, calming motion of the water, the rest of the world fading away.
Until I felt a comforting pres
