The Whispers in the Woods
The fire crackled and cast flickering shadows on the circle of friends gathered around it. The night was still, save for the occasional rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze. This was the perfect setting for a tale that had been passed down through generations.
Years ago, in these very woods, there was a small village nestled between the ancient trees. One night, a young girl named Elara went missing. The villagers searched high and low, but she was nowhere to be found. Days turned into weeks, and all hope seemed lost. Then, one stormy night, a whispering voice echoed through the forest.
It was said that