Chapter 1: Whispers in the Wind In Willow Creek, ten-year-old Lila Evergreen, with wild curls and a spirit for adventure, lives with her dad, cherishing memories of her lost mom. One day, while building a leaf fort, a dazzling rainbow light with swirling sparkles catches her eye, vanishing quickly. It reappears at night, at school, and in the kitchen, leaving her wondering if it’s her mom’s spirit. Driven by curiosity, Lila follows the light to the river, where it grows brighter and a soft voice calls her name. What could it mean?