The morning sunlight gently entered throught the tall windows of Elara's grand mansion, reflecting off elegant interiors filled with a quit royal charm. Elara woke up calmly, her presence carrying a natural around her spoke of wealth, but her demeanor remained humble and composed. After getting ready, she stepped outside, where a car waited to take her to school. Despite living a as if it were simple ordinary. Soon, she met her friends - Liyana, Alina, nyla and velora. Together, they walked with a sense of familiarity and comfort. Liyana smiled brightly and spoke cheerfully, while Alina walked with confidence, leading small conversations. Nyla stayed quiet, her sharp eyes observing everything. Velora, calm and elegant, moved with a quiet mystery that made her stand out. Among them, elara carried herself like a queen without a crown - calm, kind, and patient. Though her life appeared royal and perfect, there was something deeper within her... Something that has not yet revealed itself to the world. And somewhere, beyond what the eye could see... The unseen World quietly watched her. After school, Elara spent some time enjoying herself with her friends. Soon, they all parted ways and returned to their homes. Elara was traveling back in her car through a quiet forest road. the surroundings were calm, with only the soft sound of the wind passing through.

Suddenly, the car came to a halt.

A strange silence filled the air. Elara stepped out, her heart beginning to race. Before her, a glowing presence appeared—an ancient figure surrounded by a faint, mysterious light.

“Who are you?” Elara asked softly.

The figure spoke in a calm voice, “I have been waiting for you.”

Elara felt a strange connection, yet confusion filled her mind.

Then suddenly, the surroundings changed. She found herself standing in a different place—quiet, empty… almost unreal. A cold wind passed through the Moonveil Village, making ancient bells ring softly.

“The Lunaris Blade chooses only one in a generation,” the voice echoed.

Elara looked down at her trembling hands.

“Me? But I’m not strong…”

The figure smiled gently. “Strength is not what you think. The blade does not seek power… it seeks heart.”

“Elara… you are the chosen one.”

Before she could fully understand, the vision faded. “Now you know the truth.”

A cold voice echoed behind her.

Elara turned suddenly, startled. She stood still for a moment, then slowly walked forward, lost in thought.

“What is the Lunaris Blade? Why am I the only one chosen? Is it really real?”

Her eyes filled with determination.

“I need to know the truth… tomorrow.”

“Ma’am, please get in,” her driver said.

Her bodyguard looked at her with concern, but she nodded and stepped into the car.

The next day, Elara traveled to Moonveil Village. As soon as she reached there, she felt something heavy within her—as if something was calling her. A man welcomed her, and they entered a house together.

“I should not stay here,” her bodyguard said firmly. “I can’t leave you alone.”

But Elara shook her head.

“Don’t worry about me. I won’t tell anyone… and you shouldn’t either.”

Reluctantly, he agreed.

After that, Elara walked deeper into the forest.

She noticed a few people near the path and stepped toward them slowly… her presence calm, yet something unseen lingered around her.

✨something was about to begin.✨

“Commander, can you tell me where Moonveil Forest is?” she asked.

The villager looked at her carefully. “You’re not from here, are you? Why would you want to go there? It’s not safe. No one who enters that forest returns unchanged.”

Elara’s expression didn’t change. She gave a calm smile.

“I am Elara Solene Lunaris,” she said softly, her voice steady and filled with quiet confidence.

Silence fell.

The villager’s eyes widened slightly. After a moment, he pointed toward a narrow path.

“Follow that road. It will lead you there… but no further.”

Elara nodded and walked ahead. Her bodyguard stayed close behind her.

Soon, the path narrowed. The trees grew taller, their shadows stretching across the ground. The forest became darker, heavier… almost alive.

She walked alone now, leaving the safety of the village behind. With every step, the silence deepened. Even the wind seemed to fade away.

A strange feeling crept in.

At first, it was just a small unease… like someone watching her.

Then it grew stronger.

Closer.

Suddenly—a shadow moved.

Then another.

From the darkness, figures began to form.

Twisted. Unnatural.

Shape-shifters.

Their forms flickered between human and beast, their glowing eyes locked onto her as they slowly surrounded her.Without warning—they attacked.

Elara fought back.

She pushed forward with all her strength, striking, dodging, trying to keep up—but they were too many.

Too fast.

Her breathing became heavy. Her movements slowed. Her strength began to fade.

One of the creatures stepped closer, its form shifting into something terrifying as it reached toward her—

Then—

A voice.

Calm. Unbothered.

“Hello, young girl… why did you come here?”

Everything froze.

The creatures stopped.From the shadows behind them, someone stepped forward.

A boy.

Aven.

His presence alone felt different… heavy, powerful—like the air itself had changed.

The creatures turned toward him—but before they could react—

He moved.

In a blink, he was in front of them.

Dark energy surged.

The ground trembled.

One strike— The shadows shattered like they were never real.

Another step—

And the rest vanished into nothingness.

Silence returned.

Aven looked at her… as if none of it mattered.

“This place isn’t for you.” A cold wind moved through the trees. The forest was too quiet... Like it was watching. Under the tree, Aven pulled her slightly closer. She immediately reacted, saying how dare he pull her like that. Aven replied calmly, “See, beautiful lady, I’m not in love with you to kiss you or do something. I just saved you two times—once from those shapeshifters and another from a snake just now. That snake was about to bite you, so I saved you. At least you could thank me.”

She answered, “Alright, thanks for saving me. Now go from here, take your way, and I’ll take mine.”

He smirked and said, “What if those shapeshifters or skinwalkers come to you?”

She asked, “What? Skinwalkers are here?” He replied, “Yes, of course. This forest is forbidden and not safe at all.”

She said, “But I have to find the Lunaris Blade.”

He looked at her and said, “Okay. If I help you find the Lunaris Blade, you have to do what I say. Are you agreeing?”.

... To be continue...