A Strange Story in Castle of Monforte de Rio Livre
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Scene: North entrance to the outer wall of the Castle of Monforte de Rio Livre, in Águas Frias, Chaves, Portugal.
Characters:
Mário Silva: A local man, known for his kindness and generosity.
Mysterious Woman: A female figure with dark clothes and a piercing gaze.
Strange creature: A tall, thin entity, wrapped in a black cloak.
History:
On a cold and foggy night, Mário Silva, a man with a kind heart, walked around the Castle of Monforte de Rio Livre.
As he approached the northern entrance to the outer wall, he was suddenly overcome by a feeling of strangeness and discomfort.
The dense fog seemed to thicken around him, and the silence was disturbed only by the rustling of dry leaves beneath his feet.
Suddenly, Mário saw a strange figure standing in the entrance arch.
It was a tall and thin creature, wrapped in a black cloak that completely covered its body.
His eyes, which glowed with a sinister light, were the only visible elements.
Mário felt a chill run down his spine and instinctively turned to run.
But before he could take a step, a soft, melodious voice paralyzed him.
- Don't be afraid - said the voice. - I won't hurt you.
Mário slowly turned around and came across a mysterious woman.
She was tall and slender, with long black hair that cascaded over her shoulders.
His eyes, a deep emerald green, brimmed with wisdom and kindness.
- Who are you? - Mário asked, still hesitant.
- I am the guardian of this castle - replied the woman. - I learned that you are a good man and that you want to help others. That's why I called you here.
Mário didn't know what to believe, but the aura of calm and peace that emanated from the woman reassured him.
- What do you need from me? - he asked.
The woman smiled sadly.
- This castle is in danger - she said - A dark force is approaching, and only a pure heart like yours can stop it.
Mário was shocked by the woman's revelation.
He had never believed in supernatural things, but the sincerity in his eyes was undeniable.
- What should I do? - he asked, with determination rising in his heart.
The woman guided him inside the castle, where she revealed an ancient magical portal.
- This portal leads to the kingdom of darkness - she said - It is there that the source of evil resides. You must enter the portal and face the creature that threatens this castle.
Mário knew the mission was dangerous, but he couldn't refuse.
Many people's lives depended on him.
With a deep sigh, he passed through the portal and found himself in a dark and barren place.
In the center of the kingdom of darkness, a demonic creature awaited him.
His flaming red eyes pierced Mário's soul, and his guttural voice echoed through the place.
- You cannot defeat me - growled the creature - I am more powerful than you, you can ever imagine.
But Mário was not intimidated.
He remembered the mysterious woman's words and focused on the strength of the light emanating from within.
- I did not come alone - he said - The light of hope is with me, and it is more powerful than any darkness.
With a shout of bravery, Mário channeled the light into a blinding ray that hit the creature squarely.
The demonic monster let out a roar of agony and disintegrated into thousands of fragments of darkness.
The light of hope had triumphed over darkness.
The kingdom of darkness dissolved, and Mário found himself back inside the Castle of Monforte de Rio Livre.
The mysterious woman welcomed him with a radiant smile.
- You did it! - she exclaimed - You saved the castle and everyone who lives in it.
Mário felt overwhelmed by a sense of peace and satisfaction.
He had faced his fears and emerged victorious.
From that day on, he became a local hero, known for his bravery and his unshakable faith in the light.
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Text &amp; Photography: ©MárioSilva
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