Emma and Sophia, two best friends, found themselves lost in the heart of a dense, unfamiliar forest. What was supposed to be a fun day hike had taken an unexpected turn, and now they were unsure of how to find their way back home.

As the shadows grew longer and the evening chill began to set in, the girls started to feel a growing sense of panic. They had no idea which direction to go, and the thought of spending the night in the wilderness filled them with dread.

Determined to find a way out, the girls decided to explore the forest more thoroughly. They scanned the trees for any signs of a path or a landmark that could guide them. Suddenly, Sophia noticed something shimmering in the distance.

"Emma, look!" she exclaimed. "I think I see a river up ahead. If we can find it, maybe we can follow it back to the edge of the forest."

Filled with newfound hope, the girls pressed on. As they drew closer to the river, they could hear the soothing sound of the flowing water. But just as they were about to reach the riverbank, they stumbled upon a peculiar sight – a small, wooden boat tied to a nearby tree.