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Nighttime Walk Through Forest.
#NightInForest

As I walked through the dense forest, the crunching of leaves beneath my feet was the only sound I could hear. The darkness enveloped me, and my heart raced as I realized the isolation of my surroundings. The trees were so tall and thick that even the faintest of moonlight struggled to filter through, leaving me feeling alone and vulnerable.

Suddenly, a piercing screech broke the silence. I froze, my heart pounding in my chest. The sound came from a bird, I realized after a moment of panic. A quick glance around me revealed nothing out of the ordinary, and I continued to make my way through the eerie forest.

As I walked, I began to hear other sounds - rustling in the bushes and twigs snapping underfoot. Every sound made me jump, and I found myself looking over my shoulder, expecting to see something lurking in the darkness.

The air was cool, and I could feel a light mist on my skin. I shivered as the chill seeped into my bones. The ground was uneven, and I stumbled over roots and rocks, struggling to maintain my balance in the darkness.

Suddenly, I heard a low growling sound. My heart leapt into my throat, and I turned around to see a pair of glowing eyes staring at me from the darkness. I froze, too scared to move. Then, the growling sound changed to a soft purr, and a black cat slinked out from the bushes. I laughed in relief, feeling foolish for letting my imagination run wild.

As I continued on my journey, the forest seemed to come alive with the sound of crickets and the chirping of night creatures. The air grew cooler still, and I felt a gentle breeze brush against my skin. The forest floor was damp, and I could smell the musty scent of fallen leaves.

After what seemed like hours, I finally saw a faint glimmer of light up ahead. My pace quickened, and soon I found myself breaking through the trees and into a clearing. A full moon illuminated the scene before me, casting an otherworldly glow on the landscape.

I took a deep breath, feeling a sense of relief and accomplishment wash over me. The forest was still mysterious and unknown, but I had emerged from it unscathed. I turned to look back at the forest one last time, knowing that the darkness held secrets I might never fully understand.


© S.A.Behera's