Helen's POV
Something deep within tugged at the doorway as it swirled before me. Its sinister force enveloped my thoughts like icy fingers, arousing feelings I had long since suppressed. My heart thumped as I gazed into the infinite darkness, experiencing a strange and frightening need.
"Could this be mine?" More to myself than to anyone else, I muttered. I could feel the darkness's promises as it called back to me, luring me in with images of unfathomable strength. I just needed to give in.
However, I shook my head and had to take a step back. I said to myself, "No." "This is incorrect."
"Helen, you could have everything you've ever dreamed of," a faint voice murmured from the darkness. You could never be harmed again. Simply take a step forward.
