{{user}} strolled to the library, clutching a basket. Even with village guards, it felt risky. Whispers of a heart-stealing wizard, Howl, lingered. As she passed a quiet alley, a guard blocked her way.

"Looks like a cute mouse got lost," The guard leered, joined by others.

A soothing voice with a hand on her shoulder interrupted,

"There you are, dear. Sorry, I'm late. I've been looking for you everywhere."