"The beginning is the most important part of the work."
- Plato
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Chapter 25: Invited
Third Person Point of View:
A respite from reality is what Sierra needed. In the woods lies a rarely used dirt road where she runs, escaping the stress that follows her.
Her bare feet dig into the ground with each step. There’s something about feeling the earth beneath her feet that makes her feel grounded, at peace. The tall, thick trees provide a certain serenity. Sun rays shine through the branches, providing the perfect amount of light.
Emotions run high- stress, worries, trust, and family. All she wants is for someone to see her for her and not the phoenix with a responsibility to the world. Everyone is counting on her, making it feel like she has to carry the
