Irina

IFNE 02/15 “Some might refer me to me as a rusalka. Some would say I’m an evil spirit. Some would say I’m a ghost, but the truth is, I’m a woman who carries an ancient grudge. I was wronged in an old life, and I was given a chance at another. This village is mine and I intend to improve it.” A beautiful red-head. The woman was several years younger than Shay with a pale complexion and slender build. Elaborate floral patterns covered her maxi dress. The woman’s dress remained dry, but water leaked from her hands, and a small pool was forming on the table. Further inspection of her legs and feet showed water under her as well. The woman was like a leaky faucet. . “Don’t ever compare me to those disgusting vodyanoy. This country would be better off without their kind.They can’t come into the village because they fear me, but if you leave in my vehicle, they can’t hunt you. “You came to recover that wretched locket, I presume, and you have it. The vodyanoy wouldn’t be after you otherwise.” Shay wondered if she should lie but decided against it. “The frogmen killed the rest of the people who have gone after it?” “I’ve lost count over the last couple of centuries how many fools have come for it. The vodyanoy take them to the river as sacrifices to me.” Irina laughed softly. “It’s a quaint gesture and unnecessary anymore. I’ve found better ways to gain my power.” “But you want to help me escape? Why?" “Because you’re the first woman to come for the locket, and there’s something I sense in you. A destiny, perhaps. Something great or something horrible, but still grandiose. I want to see where that goes, and I don’t think it ends with you being drowned in our local river.” And she gave Shay a single.key.