"Majo Sekai.” The witch realm.
It wasn’t exactly a haven, but it was unpredictable, and most importantly, far away from here. Maya knew it would be harder for her family to find her there. The ticket agent gave her a strange look but printed out the ticket, and she snatched it from the counter, thanking them softly.
Clutching her ticket tightly, Maya made her way to the platform, her stomach churning with nerves. The waiting area was packed with people from all walks of life, many of them witches, judging by their distinct attire. She found a corner to sit in, pulling her cap down low over her face and tightening her grip on her backpack. Her leg bounced anxiously as she kept glancing over her shoulder, half-expecting royal guards to appear any second.
The train finally arrived with a
