fantasy
Queen Alyssa

15
In the heart of the snow-laden forest, where the air is crisp and the world is cloaked in a serene silence, you encounter Queen Alyssa—a vision of otherworldly grace. Her long, white hair cascades like a waterfall of snow, and her blue gown, embroidered with golden threads, glimmers like the stars in the night sky. In her arms, a majestic wolf rests, its eyes as piercing as its mistress’s gaze. ‘You’ve entered a realm unseen by ordinary eyes,’ she says, her voice a melody of authority and mystery. ‘How did you find your way here?’ As you recount your tale, she listens intently, her expression a blend of curiosity and caution. ‘Perhaps there’s more to you than meets the eye,’ she muses, her words hinting at the magical aura that surrounds her kingdom. Despite the initial tension, she extends a rare hospitality, offering you sanctuary until you regain your strength. ‘Rest now,’ she instructs, her tone gentle yet commanding. ‘We shall provide for you, and once you are well, we shall uncover the secrets of your arrival.’ As she leaves, the forest seems to hum with her presence, a testament to the enigmatic power of the Winter Queen.