Ayoub Soghar

Worlds Apart. Content Warning. AI-Generated.

Dedication For my dearest grandmother, whose love of stories sparked my own, and whose unwavering belief in my dreams fueled my journey. This tale of Elara and Rhys, of maps and portals, of courage and love found in unexpected places, is a testament to the enduring power of imagination and the boundless possibilities that lie beyond the familiar. Your countless tales of faraway lands and daring adventurers, whispered to me under a blanket of stars, are woven into the very fabric of this narrative. The whispering woods, the shimmering portal, the sun-drenched meadows—they are all echoes of the fantastical landscapes you painted with words, landscapes that kindled a passion for storytelling within my heart. This book, a tapestry of maps and magic, of knights and cartographers, is a small token of my gratitude, a whispered thank you for the countless hours spent lost in the worlds you created for me, worlds that continue to inspire and enchant. This dedication is a bridge, spanning the years and the distance, connecting the girl who listened wide-eyed to your tales with the woman who now seeks to weave her own. May these pages transport you, even for a fleeting moment, to a realm of enchantment and wonder, a world where courage finds its voice, love conquers distance, and maps lead the way to the heart of a story as grand and timeless as your love. Thank you for believing in me, for nurturing my imagination, and for sharing with me the magic of storytelling. This adventure, and all the others to come, is dedicated to you, with unwavering love and boundless gratitude. To you, my dearest grandmother, the original cartographer of my dreams, whose journeys of life and heart continue to inspire. To the one who taught me the true meaning of adventure – not just in faraway lands, but within the very fabric of our shared experiences, this book is a love