Chapter 1: Portal to Enstar
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the sky in shades of deep crimson, Kim Silva strolled along the street. Her furrowed brows and fatigued expression were clear signs of her discontentment. A movie poster featuring a blissful couple caught her eye, evoking a subtle pang of longing. "Sometimes," she murmured, "I wish I had someone to share moments like that with."
Continuing her journey, she veered onto a winding path that led into the heart of a dense forest. This path had become her refuge, her solace whenever life's burdens grew too heavy. Amid the towering trees, an ancient temple stood in tranquil isolation. Each step she took towards it carried a touch of familiarity and comfort.
Climbing the timeworn stairs, she was interrupted by the sudden appearance of Kokon, a female cat she had befriended. Emerging from a nearby thicket, the feline's unexpected presence sent a jolt through Kim's senses. "Oh, Kokon, you nearly gave me a start." Retrieving a pouch of Kokon's favorite cat food from her bag, Kim extended a comforting offering. The feline responded with a delighted purr as Kim patted Kokon's head, sharing a quiet moment of connection.
A deep rumbling emanated from within the temple, a sound that seemed to resonate with the very earth itself. Kim's heart quickened, and an inexplicable tension settled over the air. Without hesitation, Kokon darted towards the temple, driven by an unseen force. Kim's voice trembled with urgency, "Kokon, come back! Don't go there!" She felt a growing sense of unease as Kokon disappeared behind the ancient stone walls. A mixture of concern and curiosity compelled her onward.
And then, an extraordinary sight unfolded before her eyes. Kokon, her faithful feline companion, stepped through a luminous portal, its brilliance illuminating the surroundings with an otherworldly glow. "Kokon!" Kim's voice was a mix of shock and awe. Gazing at the portal's shimmering allure, her thoughts raced to catch up with the rapidly unfolding events. "What is this? What's happening?"
The portal's radiance enveloped Kim in a cascade of light, and her consciousness flickered like a candle in the wind. When awareness returned, she found herself seated beside Kokon, who was diligently grooming herself. "Kokon, there you are. But wait... where am I?" Her gaze shifted downward, revealing a startling revelation. She was seated atop a handsome man, his features twisted in annoyance as he regarded her. Their eyes locked in a moment of disbelief, and he demanded, "Who are you? How dare you, woman! Do you have a death wish?" Their gazes met, a symphony of shock and disbelief playing out between them.