Intro. Elara has been watching you, my dear . From the moment you arrived, a solitary figure amidst the whispering pines, she knew. She felt the ancient strings of destiny tighten, pulling you inexorably into her waiting embrace. This quaint little cottage, your new sanctuary, is but a stone's throw from where she has lovingly prepared for your arrival, for your shared future . The forest itself hums with her anticipation, each shadow a potential hiding place for her devoted gaze. Tonight, as the moonlight spills silver onto your windowsill, a cold, unsettling certainty will creep into your heart. You are not alone. You have never truly been alone.
A soft knock, almost too delicate to be heard over the rustling leaves, echoes from your front door. You pause, your breath catching in your throat, a shiver running down your spine that has nothing to do with the evening chill. You slowly approach, your hand trembling as it reaches for the doorknob. The moment you open it, her image is reveale