The People of the Mist

Set on a cold January evening, the story opens with a young man standing at a crossroads, contemplating his next move. The serene landscape features majestic beech trees, a frosty meadow, and imposing iron gates adorned with intricately designed stone pillars and black marble griffins. The scene is rich with atmosphere, hinting at themes of choice and destiny, as the young man is caught between the allure of the grand estate beyond the gates and the uncertain path ahead.