Mira's life had been a never-ending struggle. As the eldest sibling, she'd shouldered the weight of her family's responsibilities, working tirelessly to provide for her father and four brothers. They were like leeches, draining her dry with their endless demands and lack of ambition.
Despite her best efforts, Mira found herself drowning in debt. Her salary was barely enough to cover the bills, and her father's debts had become hers to bear. She felt like she was running on a treadmill, getting nowhere fast.
The final blow came when she discovered her boyfriend's infidelity. Mira wasn't heartbroken; she'd known he wasn't perfect, but she'd thought he was a good catch. She'd stayed in the relationship hoping it would bring some stability to her chaotic life. But now, she saw him for what he truly was – a scumbag.
With a heavy heart, Mira ended the relationship and began to distance herself from her family. She realized that she'd been living for others, neglecting her own needs and desires. The stress and pressure had taken a toll on her health, and the diagnosis was devastating – she was severely ill.
As Mira sat on the mountain, surrounded by nature's beauty, she felt a sense of calm wash over her. She'd always been the strong one, the one who held everything together. But now, she felt like she was falling apart.
Mira knew she had a choice to make. She could continue living the way she had been, sacrificing her own happiness for others. Or she could take control of her life, do all the things she'd always wanted to do, and live life on her own terms.
With a newfound determination, Mira decided to use her savings to enjoy her remaining time. She wanted to experience freedom, to feel alive, and to die happy. She knew it was a gamble, but she was willing to take the risk.
As she breathed in the fresh mountain air, Mira felt a sense of liberation. She knew she'd never be able to change her family or erase her past, but she could create new memories and live life to the fullest.
With a smile, Mira began her journey, ready to face whatever came next. She was no longer the same person, burdened by responsibility and heartache. She was free, and she was ready to live.
...
Mira's head was spinning. One minute she was on a mountain, screaming her lungs out at the top of her lungs, and the next thing she knew, she was... somewhere else. The scenery had changed, and she was left wondering how she'd gotten there. Had she fallen asleep on the mountain? Was this some kind of dream? Mira rubbed her temples, trying to piece together the events that had led her to this strange and unfamiliar place.
As she looked around, she noticed the eerie silence. No birds chirping, no wind rustling through the trees. Just... nothing. Mira's skin prickled with unease. What was going on?
Mira's eyes widened in awe as she spun around, her mind racing with the endless possibilities. She'd wished to escape her family's suffocating grasp, but this? This was like something straight out of a fantasy novel. Abduction, transmigration, or just a wild detour into the unknown?
As she looked around, a spark of hope ignited within her. Maybe this new world would be a fresh start, a chance to leave her troubles behind and forge a new path. Maybe she'd find happiness, peace, and a sense of belonging. But the flip side of that coin was a nagging sense of unease. What if this place was a war-torn nightmare, and she was just a pawn in a deadly game?
Mira's heart skipped a beat as she thought about the possibilities. She wasn't exactly the adventurous type, preferring her life predictable and quiet. But she'd always been adaptable, and maybe that was exactly what she needed to get through this. With a deep breath, Mira steeled herself for whatever lay ahead. "Universe, if you're listening," she whispered silently, "please, for the love of all things good, make this a peaceful place. No wars, no monsters, no drama. Just... peace." She smiled wryly to herself.
Mira's eyes had barely closed after her silent prayer when she heard the unmistakable rustling of leaves behind her. Her heart sank as she slowly turned around, her mind racing with worst-case scenarios. And then she saw it: a massive python, its body as thick as a tree trunk, its eyes fixed intently on her.
Mira's breath caught in her throat as she froze, her heart pounding in her chest. She forgot how to breathe, forgot how to move, forgot everything except the primal fear that gripped her entire being. The snake's gaze locked onto hers, and Mira felt like she was staring into the eyes of death itself.
The python's mouth opened, revealing rows of razor-sharp fangs, and Mira's world went dark. She felt herself crumbling to the ground, her consciousness slipping away as she thought, "This is it. I'm going to die."
The last thing she saw was the snake's massive body coiling around her, and then everything went black.
Mira had lost count of the days since she woke up in the dark, damp cave, surrounded by the eerie glow of snake eggs. The python's coils had been a prison, and she knew she was just a food reserve for its unborn offspring. When the snake finally slithered out to hunt, Mira saw her chance. She made a run for it, dashing out of the cave with a desperation-fueled adrenaline rush.
She ran without stopping, her breath ragged and her heart pounding in her chest. She didn't know where she was going, only that she had to get away from the snake's lair. But fate seemed to be playing a cruel joke on her. Just as she thought she'd escaped one nightmare, she heard the thunderous roar of wings behind her.
Mira's heart sank as she turned to see a massive tiger with wings, its eyes fixed on her with deadly intent. The creature's jaws were wide open, revealing rows of razor-sharp teeth, and Mira's world froze. She felt like she was staring into the face of death once again. Before she could even scream, everything went black, and she crumpled to the ground, unconscious. "Why me?" she thought, as the darkness closed in.