Secrets in the Silver Mirror : Chapter 1

Sarah had always found her grandmother’s house enchanting, almost magical. It was filled with old books, the comforting scent of tea, and creaky wooden shelves that seemed to whisper stories of years long gone. She loved the way this house felt, as though it held secrets in every corner. But today, something specific caught her eye—a large, antique mirror tucked into the corner of the attic.

The mirror was strikingly old, with a golden frame covered in delicate, worn carvings. Her grandmother had never mentioned it before, which only made Sarah more curious.

As she moved closer, she felt a strange sensation, almost like a chill. Her reflection stared back at her, clear as day, but something about it seemed… off. It felt like there was more than just her reflection in that glass. Reaching out, she touched the cool, solid surface, and for a moment, it felt as though there was a ripple, a tiny shiver beneath her fingers.

She took a step back, her gaze fixed on the mirror. Then, just for a second, her reflection shifted. She could have sworn there was a shadowy figure beside her—barely there, like a smudge on the glass. Fear prickled at her, but her curiosity kept her from looking away. She stretched her hand out again, noticing that the mirror seemed closer than before, as if it were drawing her in.

A faint rustling sound broke the silence, coming from somewhere deep within the mirror. It was soft, almost like a whisper. She leaned in, holding her breath, trying to make sense of the sound.

“Secrets don’t stay hidden forever,” a voice murmured from the depths of the glass.

Sarah’s eyes went wide. She stumbled backward, her heart pounding, then turned and ran down the stairs, her mind racing with questions. Was the voice real, or was her imagination playing tricks on her? And what did it mean?

Leaning against the wall, she tried to catch her breath, but the words echoed in her mind. She knew this was just the beginning. The mirror held something—something that seemed to be calling to her. But right now, she didn’t have the courage to go back.