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Nairobi had always been fascinated by the mysterious forests that surrounded Destiny City. The tall trees, the sweet smell of pine, and the constant chirping of birds were a welcome escape from the bustling city life. But as the city continued to grow and expand, the forests seemed to grow darker and more foreboding. Controlled forest fires and demolitions were a common occurrence in Destiny City, but even with these efforts, the forests appeared to be expanding. It was as if the trees were alive and had a mind of their own.

Nairobi couldn't help but notice strange movements among the trees. They seemed to sway and shift in ways that the wind couldn't explain. But it wasn't just the movements that caught her attention. There were certain trees that seemed to stand out from the others. Their bark was sharp and jagged, their branches long and claw-like. And sometimes, these trees would have strange human-like shapes molded into them. One day, as Nairobi was exploring the forest, she noticed one of these strange trees. Without warning, it began to move towards her, its branches reaching out like claws. Nairobi tried to run, but the tree was faster. It slithered towards her, its branches slashing at her and trying to squeeze her.

Panicking, Nairobi realized that these were not just ordinary trees. They were alive, and they were dangerous. With every step she took, the area around her felt heavier, as if the trees were draining the energy from the air and from her. Nairobi's only hope was to fight back. She remembered hearing that these trees feared fire and could feel pain. With all her might, she hacked at the branches and peeled off the bark.

As Nairobi fought against the living tree, its piercing screeches filled the forest, echoing off the dark canopy above. The once peaceful birds fell silent, sensing the danger that lurked within the woods. With adrenaline coursing through her veins, Nairobi pushed back against the thrashing branches, her hands a blur of motion as she desperately tried to weaken the tree's grip.

With a surge of adrenaline, Nairobi redoubled her efforts, striking at the writhing appendages of the tree with a fervor she didn't know she possessed. The tree let out an ear-splitting screech as flames licked at its bark, causing it to recoil momentarily. Seizing the opportunity, Nairobi sprinted away, dodging grasping branches and thorny undergrowth.

But the forest was not about to let its trespasser escape so easily. Vines and roots snaked out from the earth, trying to ensnare Nairobi's feet and drag her back into the heart of the woods. Desperation lent her speed as she leaped over the treacherous vines and ducked under the grasping roots. The forest seemed to come alive around her, with every tree and bush reaching out to impede her escape. Nairobi's heart pounded in her chest as she pushed herself to run faster, her breath coming in ragged gasps.

Just when it seemed like the forest would swallow her whole, Nairobi burst out into a small clearing bathed in golden sunlight. She skidded to a stop, turning back to see the writhing mass of trees and undergrowth at the edge of the clearing, seething with a malevolent energy.

She ran until she was out of the forest. Grasping for air she thought of who she should report this to. One of the other knights maybe?

She was still new to this whole thing after all. She was going to make her way home when something shiny on the ground caught her eye.

It was a small Opal Star Charm buried in the dirt, glinting in the fading sunlight. Nairobi pocketed the charm and made her way home.