Mind Yourselves

Annwyn watched from a distance, hidden among the rolling hills, her expression unreadable. The midday sun cast long shadows across the snow, creating a stark contrast with the vivid light. She observed Talyssa's lesson, the woman's voice cutting through the stillness with surprising authority.

The notion of open-mindedness was foreign to Annwyn, who had long abandoned such idealism in favor of survival. Her eyes flicked to the plants Talyssa indicated, recognizing both their potential and their danger. As Talyssa spoke of hidden properties and deceptive appearances, Annwyn's lips curled into a slight, knowing smile, appreciating the irony of the lesson.

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