Lyra As the sun started dipping low on that warm summer evening, Vaelin grabbed my hand, and we made our way through the forest. The rustling leaves had my heart racing with excitement. Before long, I could hear the waterfall nearby, which left me puzzled and caught off guard. Were we heading back to the waterfall? “I can hear the waterfall from here?” I whispered, even though it was pretty clear. “Yeah, that’s it,” he replied simply, and soon enough, we reached the waterfall. The sky was splashed with shades of orange, pink, and purple. The rush of water got louder, and the air turned cooler, carrying the fresh smell of damp dirt and plants. Vaelin took my hand and guided me through the thick greenery, and all of a sudden, the huge waterfall appeared right in front of us. My eyes go

