Chapter 18 Midnight Meeting

(Iris)

It was cold that night. The chill in the air seemed to seep into my bones, making me shiver despite my thick cloak. The path to the waterfall was familiar, but the darkness made it seem more ominous than usual. The sound of the water cascading down the rocks filled the night, its roar both soothing and intimidating.

Molly was uneasy. “I don’t like this, Iris,” she said anxiously. “We should leave. After what happened in the kitchen? What if it happens again?”

“I know,” I replied silently. “But I need answers. Whoever left that note might have some.”

The waterfall was beautiful in the moonlight, the silver glow illuminating the mist that rose from the crashing water. The moon’s reflection danced on the surface of the water, creating an ethereal glow that bathed the surrounding area in mystical light.

I wrapped my cloak tighter around me, my breath visible in the frosty air. I wrapped my cloak tighter around me, my breath visible in the frosty air. I was early, but I didn’t m