Voices by Patrick Patrikios

Voices   by Patrick Patrikios

Once upon a time, in a quaint little village nestled between rolling hills and lush forests, there lived a young girl named Luna. Luna was a curious child with eyes that sparkled like the stars in the night sky and a heart as wild as the river that flowed through the village.

But Luna was different from the other children in the village. She could hear voices—whispers carried on the wind, murmurs echoing in the trees, and soft melodies that danced on the breeze. These voices were like secret friends to Luna, guiding her through the mysteries of the world around her.

One crisp autumn morning, as golden leaves danced in the air, Luna heard a new voice—a voice filled with sadness and longing. It was the voice of a lost spirit, wandering the woods in search of peace. Without hesitation, Luna followed the sound, her heart pounding with both fear and excitement.

Deep in the heart of the forest, she found a shimmering pool surrounded by ancient trees. And there, beneath the dappled light, stood a ghostly figure—a young woman with eyes as blue as forget-me-nots.

"I am Isolde," the spirit whispered, her voice barely more than a sigh. "Trapped between this world and the next, unable to find rest."

Luna's heart went out to Isolde, and she knew she had to help her find peace. With courage born of compassion, Luna embarked on a quest to uncover the secrets of Isolde's past and set her free from the bonds that held her.

Through moonlit nights and sun-drenched days, Luna ventured into forgotten ruins and hidden groves, piecing together the fragments of Isolde's story. She learned of love lost and promises broken, of betrayal and redemption.

And with each revelation, Isolde's spirit grew lighter, her presence fading like morning mist until one day, she was gone—set free by Luna's kindness and determination.

The village rejoiced at Luna's bravery, celebrating her as a hero. But Luna knew that the real magic lay not in grand gestures or bold deeds, but in the simple act of listening—to the voices that whispered in the wind, and to the cries of those in need.

And so, with a smile on her lips and a song in her heart, Luna continued to wander the world, guided by the voices that spoke to her—a champion of the lost, a friend to the forgotten, and a beacon of light in the darkness.

Voices   by Patrick Patrikios