Hetty nearly gasped when she stepped out of the car and saw the castle in all its glory.
The round towers, tall and short, rose into the night sky in an enchanting rhythm. Warm yellow light spilled out from the semicircular windows, giving the castle a mysterious, almost otherworldly aura in the darkness.
"Are we going in?" she asked, her voice soft with wonder.
But before she could react, Alvar pulled her close. Under the moonlight, her eyes sparkled with a gentle, tender glow. He leaned in, his breath warm against her ear as he whispered, "No, I've got a secret spot nearby that's even more beautiful. You're going to love it."
He led the way, his hand holding hers, steady and reassuring, as they ventured into the dark forest.
Hetty couldn't help but marvel at how he navigated the com
