Dailyprompt mariannewest's Freewrite Writing Prompt Day 2218: my confusion

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The elders whispered in Eldridge’s quiet village about an ancient enigma. Emma one day fell upon an old map which appeared to point in the direction of this mysterious goldmine. Her way continued to be more mysterious as she moved along. She was uncertain all day that she traversed through the thick forest unknown landmarks, and enigmatic symbols. Her determination was fueled in every step and the shadows and the traps were all in my confusion. However, amidst the entanglements, Emma found not only the object but self-awareness that occasionally, the passage through befuddlement can take one to unforeseen epiphanies.