The Valley of Naught II
...An oddly colored creature burst up from the depths of the lake. Its head was a disgusting shade of muddy brown, mixed with disturbing shades of red and crimson. The eyes imbedded within its skull were as black as night, and they seemed to emit an endless stare all around Obisha Valley.
Tatania blinked at least four times in the early sun. Gazing in much more curiosity than horror, she examined the strange occurance with childish giddiness. Even a laugh, quickly stiffened, escaped the faerie’s lips.
Deciding to take a closer look, Tatania lifted herself up onto the gentle breeze and glided down towards the lake…