The doors opened slowly to reveal the most interesting room Skylar had ever seen. Three of the walls were floor-to-ceiling bookshelves filled with books.
The third was taken up by an enormous, elaborate stone fireplace. Large cushions and plush armchairs were placed around it, creating a lavish scene. Two windows flanked the hearth, giving view of a beautiful, lush forest. The few lamps cast an inviting and homey orange glow on the entire room.
It was like walking into the library of an enchanted castle. Skylar, who wasn’t one to read much, walked the length of the room. With a low whistle, she spun around.
“This is what you were scared to show me?” It made no sense. It was magical. Skylar had the biggest urge to lay on one of the thick blankets by the fireplace and lounge for hou
