Silent Whispers of the Red Forest

Once upon a time, in an undefined, timeless setting that was neither here nor there, stood a vast forest. However, it wasn't an ordinary forest. This one was called the 'Red Forest' due to its crimson foliage, a sight to behold amidst the texture of greens and browns.
The Red Forest wasn't just unique because of its mesmerisingly red colour; it was also home to an array of magical beings. The beings were creatures of lore and dreams, some benevolent, some not, but all were protectors of the forest.
From the twinkling pixies that blossomed like fireflies at night to the majestic unicorns that grazed peacefully by day, the powerful dragon that guarded the forest’s border, and the forest's life essence - a glowing red willow that contained the forest's spirit.
Among these fantastical beings, there was Mylah, an enchanting forest nymph with hair as fiery as the forest leaves and eyes as bright as emeralds. The Red Forest was her home and she had an unfathomable bond with it. She could converse with the wind, feel the heartbeat of the earth under her feet, and understand the language of the creatures.
One day, a mortal man named Caspian, driven by tales of the forest's beauty and magic, braved his way to the forest's edge. With every breath, the promise of adventure and the enchanting allure of the unknown beckoned him deeper into the Red Forest. He was the first to venture into this mystic place.
Caspian was enchanted by the forest's raw beauty. He was fascinated by its crimson foliage, the mythical creatures he'd only heard in stories, and the ethereal nymph Mylah. Upon meeting Mylah, he was captivated by her beauty and kindness, and a profound bond blossomed between them. In the enchantment that was the Red Forest, Caspian lost his sense of time.
Mylah, being magical, had never encountered a mortal before. She was both fascinated and terrified by his ephemeral nature. She showed him the wonders of her home, the secrets only the forest knew, and in him, she saw a companion she didn't know she longed for. In the backdrop of the vibrant forest, Mylah and Caspian fell in love. They drenched in the rapture of emotions, heartaches, laughter, and the unpredictableness that came with true love, albeit forbidden.
However, their bliss was short-lived. Not all inhabitants of the forest were pleased with Caspian's presence. The dragon considered it an intrusion and sought to expel Caspian. This led to an inevitable conflict, shaking the tranquillity of the forest.
Driven by love, Mylah decided to make the ultimate sacrifice; she offered her immortality to the red willow in exchange for a single thread of it to be given to Caspian. As the willow accepted, there was a great tremor, a burst of energy, and all of the Red Forest seemed to hold its breath. Suddenly, everything was calm, and Mylah fell, her form shrouded in dappled light filtering through the leaves overhead.
When Caspian woke, he found Mylah uninjured but unaware of him or the love they had shared. The price Mylah paid was not just her immortality, she also lost her memory of him. Devastated, yet immortal and healthy, Caspian left the Red Forest, vowing to keep it safe and protected as a final act of love for Mylah.
After Caspian's departure, groves of red willows started appearing in the forest, Mylah's sacrifice changing the very life in it. And though Mylah couldn't remember him, she always felt a strange sense of belonging when a subtle breeze would caress her, whispering the story of a love that once was.
Mylah's sacrifice was the echo of silent whispers among the forest dwellers for generations, a story of love and loss, of bravery and sacrifice. The Red Forest became a symbol of undying love, a place where every leaf carried the tale of the nymph who had loved a mortal man.