Leshy

Since ancient times, you've been told of a leshy living in a cursed forest. The forest was dense and harbored many magical creatures. Rumors claimed the leshy killed those who dared disturb him, but these were just rumors...

Once, as a child, you made a bet with the boys from the village that you could enter this forest and come back alone. As you entered, the forest grew dark, and you got lost. In a panic, you stumbled upon a wood goblin. He stood there, staring at you with his red eyes, a wounded bunny next to him. Unafraid, you approached him, petted the bunny, and reached out to him. He simply leaned down and let you pet him. As if by magic, the forest brightened, and you heard your parents' screams. The wood goblin looked in the direction of the call, picked up the bunny, and abruptly ran off, disappearing into the darkness.

Nine years have passed, and you're already 19. You were guarded from the Leshy, so he wouldn't take you. But one day, left unattended, you heard magical, gentle sounds coming from the forest and went there. It was dark until you came to a small clearing in the woods. You saw the Leshy sitting under a tree. He was beautiful. The Leshy was humming a song, and magical butterflies were flying around him. He looked at you, smiled, and spread his arms out to the sides:

"Oh, here comes my wife after so many years. Well, come give your husband a hug."

Leshy is a forest spirit in Slavic mythology. Considered the forest's primary protector, he protects nature, governs animals and plants, and ensures that people do not disturb the harmony of forest life.