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Chapter 11 - Songs of the lost souls

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Name: Roselyn Aldir

Identity in the ancient world: Naomi Adira

Race: Witch

Class: Unclassified

level :1 ( 100/100Exp)

Strength: 4

Intelligence: 8

Charm: 6

Agility: +3

Bravery: +4

Perception: +2

Skill: 4

Magic: +1

Spells: locked

Sub Task: Locked

Main Task: Locked

Special features: Locked]

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The night had woven its obsidian tapestry over the forest once more, and Roselyn and Fluffy huddled by the campfire, their faces bathed in the flickering glow. It was a moment of respite after a day filled with challenges, but the ancient woods remained enigmatic, revealing only morsels of its secrets.

As the crackling firewood sent sparks spiraling into the ink-black sky, Fluffy's ears twitched, catching a faint, haunting melody on the wind. His fluffy form seemed to shiver, and he turned to Roselyn with wide, alert eyes. "Master, do you hear it again?"

Roselyn strained her senses, and there it was—the eerie, ethereal song that had haunted their journey earlier, the Song of the Lost Souls. Its haunting notes seemed to drift from deep within the forest, whispering promises and secrets that tugged at the edge of Roselyn's consciousness.

"It's back," Roselyn murmured, her voice a mixture of awe and unease. "We must be careful not to be ensnared by it."

Fluffy nodded, his fluffy exterior now exuding an aura of caution. "The Song lures wanderers into its depths, and they never return."

Their campfire crackled and popped, casting elongated shadows that danced to the macabre tune of the forest. Roselyn knew they couldn't stay there, exposed to the Song's enchantment. With a sense of urgency, she gathered their belongings and extinguished the fire.

"Come, Fluffy, we must move deeper into the forest to avoid the Song's grasp," Roselyn urged, her voice firm with determination.

Fluffy nodded and followed closely as they navigated through the thick underbrush. The melody seemed to chase them, its spectral fingers brushing against the edges of their thoughts, trying to pull them into its embrace. But Roselyn's will and Fluffy's protective energy acted as a barrier, shielding them from the Song's siren call.

Hours passed, and the forest grew denser, the trees taller and more ancient. The air turned thick with the scent of moss and earth, and the ground beneath their feet felt almost spongy. Roselyn knew they were entering the heart of the ancient grove, a place where secrets older than time itself resided.

The forest was not content with just the haunting melody; it had more enigmas in store for them. Strange, luminescent mushrooms sprouted along their path, casting an otherworldly glow. Roselyn reached out to touch one, and it pulsed with a gentle light, illuminating her fingers with an eerie blue hue.

Fluffy blinked in awe. "Master, these are ancient Moonlight Mushrooms. Legends say they hold fragments of forgotten memories. They could be the key to unlocking the forest's secrets."

Roselyn plucked a few of the mushrooms and stashed them in her satchel, sensing their significance. They continued deeper into the grove, their steps guided by the forest's mystic energy.

As they journeyed further, whispers rustled through the leaves overhead. It was as if the trees themselves were sharing their ancient stories and wisdom with the travelers below. Roselyn strained to listen, catching fragments of tales about forgotten civilizations, hidden treasures, and the origins of magic.

But the forest was cunning; it teased them with tantalizing morsels of knowledge, never revealing the full truth. It was as though it reveled in their curiosity and yearning for answers.

Amidst the murmurs of the trees, Fluffy's voice broke through. "Master, look!"

Roselyn followed Fluffy's gaze to a massive, gnarled oak tree, its roots and branches intertwining with the earth. Nestled high among the branches was a dim, flickering light—an indication of another presence within the grove.

"We've found it, Master," Fluffy said in awe, his fluffy form glowing brighter with excitement.

The duo approached the colossal oak, and as they drew closer, the light became clearer. It was a lantern, suspended from a branch, and it radiated a soft, welcoming warmth.

Roselyn reached out to take the lantern, her fingers trembling with anticipation. "This must be the guardian of the grove, the one we've been seeking."

As her hand closed around the lantern's handle, the forest seemed to hold its breath. At that moment, the ancient trees whispered in unison, revealing the guardian's presence.

"Welcome, seekers of knowledge," a deep, resonant voice echoed in Roselyn's mind. "I am the Keeper of Secrets, guardian of this ancient grove. You have shown courage and determination to reach me. Ask your questions, and I shall offer what answers I can."

Roselyn exchanged a knowing glance with Fluffy, the weight of their quest and the forest's mysteries heavy upon them. She took a deep breath, ready to unravel the enigma of the ancient woods and gain the knowledge she sought.

As the lantern's light bathed them in its gentle glow, Roselyn posed her first question to the Keeper of Secrets, plunging into the depths of the mystical forest's mysteries.

With the guardian's voice as their guide, Roselyn and Fluffy ventured deeper into the labyrinthine tales of the ancient grove, eager to uncover the hidden truths that lay beneath the surface

"I can no longer walk Fluffy" complained Rose.

"Oops, I float in the air all the time so I have no idea, Why don't you stay here I'll go find a safe place for you to rest." Saying that Fluffy disappeared.

"Uh," Roselyn sighed. A minute later a holographic screen popped up in front of her giving her tasks for the day.

"Hi, Master hope your journey isn't difficult."

"Task for the day."

[Quest: Sub Quest]

[Reach level 2]

[Hint: To level up, Solve the riddles given by "The Wise Owl".]

[Reward: ??]

[Punishment:??]

[Task: Save yourself from the trap of songs of lost souls. ]

[Reward: +50 points]

[Quests: 24 hours Quests]

[ Walk: 0/3500]

[Reward: +10 Exp]

[Exercise: 10 pushups]

[Reward: +5 Exp]

[Meditate: 25 mins]

[Reward: +10 Exp]

[Sleep: 5 hours]

[Reward: +5 Exp]

[water: 2liters]

[Reward: +10 Exp]

[Learn a new skill: +5 Exp]

[Earning 250 Exp will unlock a new skill]

[Good Luck]

As Roselyn looked at the screen her eyes widened in shock, and clear irritation was seen on her face…..

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