[1180] Trying to write an effective opening chapter. [Fantasy]

My goal here is to write an engaging first chapter that hopefully hooks the reader.

I made an effort to:
- Keep it short and fast-paced.
-Introduce the main character: what kind of a person they are and their immediate situation.
-Hook readers with a simple question/mystery.
-Keep the magical elements simple.

-Craft a compelling narrative voice.

Curious to hear your thoughts and any related advice.

Story:

Chapter 1

Critique:

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