The Shadow in the Woods

Sarah was walking through the woods on a misty evening as the trees formed unsettling shadows on the ground.

She had taken a diversion into the woods to speed up her return trip from her friend's place. However, she began to feel increasingly uneasy and watched as she walked.

Feeling Watched

Sarah made an effort to get rid of the feeling, but it simply got stronger the more she moved. The silence among the woods was oppressive, though. She whirled around as she abruptly heard rustling coming from behind her. The only things there were the trees and the fog.

In Pursuit of a Shadow

Every second that passed as she walked, her heart was thumping faster. She again whirled around as the rustling noise grew louder.

The shadow was now moving in between the trees, she noticed. Although the shape was clearly that of a human being, it was too dark to make out any features.

Shadow in my corner

Sarah started to flee as her dread took hold. Her pace was matched by the shadow as it pursued her.

She could hear its footsteps approaching steadily. Her neck was being touched by its breath. Although she tried to run faster, the shadow was too quick.

Sarah stumbled on a root and landed awkwardly. She made an attempt to stand up, but the shadow was on top of her and holding her down.

No one responded to her cries for assistance. She was by herself in the woods with the shadow.

A Terrifying Experience

When the shadow spoke, Sarah froze in terror. Like the wind rustling through the trees, its voice was cold and deep.

It questioned, "Why are you running, Sarah?" I don't aim to hurt you.

• The shadow continued speaking even though Sarah was too terrified to respond.

It continued, "Sarah, I've been watching you for a while." "You are a unique individual with a gift that few others have," she said.

• Although Sarah didn't understand what the shadow was saying, she was aware of its danger.
• Though she attempted to push it away, it was too powerful.

The Shadow's Dark Plan

Laughing, the shadow. "Sarah, you can't get away from me. You are now my property.

An cold sensation swept down Sarah's spine. She was aware that she was in serious danger. She then thought back to a story her grandmother had told her when she was a young girl, though.

Remembering Grandma's Advice in Mind

Her grandma had advised her to close her eyes and think on a good memory whenever she felt lost or terrified. You'll gain the courage you need to press on.

Imagining her grandmother's smile, Sarah closed her eyes. She opened her eyes as she experienced a warming sensation across her body. She was shocked to see the shadow leave.

Disappearance of the Shadow

In the midst of her heart-pounding anxiety, Sarah stood up and rushed from the woods. Not until she arrived at her residence did she stop running. She closed the door after herself, gasping for air as she fell to the ground.

Sarah lay there for a while, trying to comprehend what had just happened. Was it a dream, or was it actually happening? She was unsure, but she was certain of one thing: she would never venture into the woods by herself again.

The Shadow is back

Days went by as Sarah attempted to move past the unfortunate circumstance. But each time she closed her eyes, she was able to make out the shadow's face and the cold, vengeful eyes that were glaring at her.

She made an effort to convince herself that it was all in her head, but she knew in her heart that it wasn't.

The Shadow's Persistent Pursuit

• Then, one night, Sarah heard tapping on her window and awoke. She rose from her bed to check the outside.

• She could see the shadow standing outside in the moonlight, reaching out to touch her.

Screaming, Sarah bolted towards her parents' bedroom. They did not accept her account.