Learning and Letting LooseLaura sat on her bed, staring blankly at the remains of her and Alinta’s bedroom door. The events from earlier that day still ran through her mind. The near killings, the insatiable rage displayed by her roommate. It was all… terrifying. Rightfully so. She deserved it. Deep in her heart she knew it was true. She felt a tiny tickling on her shoulder, drawing her attention away from the door for the first time in several minutes. Looking to her shoulder, she saw Sybil

An unnamed grove in present day. A young traveller by the name of Anna looked for solace after a long walk in the woods, her legs aching for relief. She found a small pond and some berry bushes, what seems like paradise, and set down her bags to take a dip. Removing her clothes, she tested the water by dipping her toe in. A cool sensation running through her spine, she eagerly stripped down and slowly walked in. The water was pure, untainted by any sort of muck or trash.