Swan Song

Fleeing from something they couldn’t outrun, James and Elena’s car crashed hard, leaving them stranded at an overgrown estate. The accident destroyed their car completely, with no way to escape. The house, consumed by wild green vines and forgotten plants, surrounded them with melancholy. As they entered, they discovered they weren’t alone—dozens of swans emerged from hidden corners of the endless gardens, from the quiet pools, from the shadows of the hidden theater. Silent and watching, the swans seemed to claim this place as much as James and Elena did. This would be their hidden refuge—at least for now.