In the heart of a dense, whispering forest, where sunlight filtering through the canopy above cast dappled shadows on the forest floor, a young maiden named Elara found herself lost and alone. Her journey to this point had been one of sorrow and desperation.

Elara was once a maid in a grand, sprawling manor house, nestled in the rolling hills of the countryside. The manor, with its high ceilings, lavish furnishings, and meticulously manicured gardens, was a testament to the wealth and status of its occupants. However, beneath its opulent facade, the manor harbored secrets and cruelties.

The mistress of the house, a woman of exquisite beauty but icy demeanor, took great pleasure in making Elara's life a living hell. She would often find fault in Elara's...