This particular edge of the woods may have appeared magical, but it didn’t feel friendly at all. The day was windy and wet, with some occasional sun. The trees on the opposite sides of the path swayed their branches as if they were fighting each other, with every strong gust of wind causing more hitting and slamming and whipping. It was easy to imagine the path led to a wizard’s cave and the trees had been enchanted to exhibit hostility towards any potential unwelcome visitor.