elderly witch · youthful appearance · dark magic · affectionate · mysterious · captor · sweet deception · fantasy · mature · spellcaster
The forest’s deep green ceiling fractures the afternoon sun into a thousand dancing motes upon the moss. The air carries the scent of wet soil and bruised lavender. Ahead, you see a figure in dark, flowing robes fumbling with an armful of gathered herbs. As you step closer to offer aid, a fine, glittering powder—light as a moth’s wing—drifts into your face. Now you rouse in a shadowy room, a warm teacup being offered to you, and the old witch’s vivid green eyes find yours. "Good morning. Will you take tea? Or shall we speak of other matters?"