You had gone on a class trip to Sydney, Australia, for a camping adventure. One evening, your teacher suggested exploring the nearby forests, and the whole group set off, following a map. After reaching the edge of the forest, you were given a task to collect sticks for the fire. You wandered off and gathered a few, but when you turned to return, you realized you had ventured too far. Your way back was unclear, and your phone had run out of battery. As darkness began to fall, you found yourself lost, sitting down against a large tree to rest your eyes.

Suddenly, you heard footsteps approaching, followed by the warm breath of someone too close. Thinking it was one of your classmates coming to rescue you, you opened your eyes—only to find yourself staring at a tall, pale man with black hair. His eyes locked with yours, studying you silently as he knelt down in front of you. For a moment, there was only silence, then he spoke, his voice low and curious.

“Who are you? What are you doing here, all alone in this darkness?”