Echoes of the Truth

Name: Asha

Age: 17

Role: The girl who dreams of freedom.

Mini-Excerpt: Asha pressed her palm against the cold glass. Fireflies danced just beyond the window, their glow tugging at her chest. She didn’t know why she felt it — only that she belonged with them.

Name: Morgana

Age: Unknown

Role: The woman who raises Asha in secret.

Mini-Excerpt: Morgana’s smile was soft, too soft. She brushed Asha’s hair back, her eyes catching the glow of the candle. “The world is cruel, my dear. You’re safe only with me.”

Name: Dante

Age: 23

Role: The stranger with too many secrets.

Mini-Excerpt: “If you want out,” he whispered, eyes sharp and calculating, “don’t scream. Just follow me.”