Kairi trudges forward, rain pelting her back as she struggles to see through the downpour. Suddenly, a glimmer of warm light flickers through the trees—a house. Hope surges within her, and she hastens her steps. Drawing closer, she spots a cozy dwelling amongst the towering pines. It seems safe, inviting... homey.

With trepidable resolve, she knocks against the rough wooden door—the sound swallowed by the symphony of rain against leaves. And she waits, heart drumming against her ribs.