Aria Snow (The Spirit Realm) pov :
"Faster, Aria! Don't think about your feet. Feel the earth!"
Selene’s voice echoed through the golden trees, sounding like a playful wind.
I laughed, the sound bubbling up from my chest, free and light. I was running. Not running away from something, like I used to. I was running towards something.
My bare feet slapped against the mossy ground, but I didn't get tired. In this world—this beautiful, timeless forest—I had endless energy.
"Close your eyes!" Selene called out from somewhere ahead of me. "Stop looking with your human eyes. They are weak. Use your soul!"
I squeezed my eyes shut.
At first, there was only darkness. But then... I felt it.
I felt the vibration of the trees. I felt the heat of the sun on my skin. I felt the heartbeat
