Fairy tales for young and old ~ English version

The witch's son

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Laerith, there lived a wise and just king named Odilon. He was respected and loved by his subjects, but he carried a heavy burden in his heart. King Odilon had fallen deeply in love with a woman named Roana, who possessed extraordinary magical powers. She was a witch, but her heart was pure and her beauty unmatched.

However, as the ruler of the kingdom, King Odilon knew that he had a responsibility to marry a princess who would be suitable to be his queen. Despite his love for Roana, he made the difficult decision to abandon her, unaware that she carried his child in her womb.

Roana was devastated by King Odilon's departure. In her grief and anger, she unleashed a torrent of curses upon the kingdom, vowing to take revenge for the pain she had endured. The people of Laerith feared her return, but as the years passed, nothing happened. Roana had disappeared, and the kingdom began to believe that she had relinquished her vendetta.

Meanwhile, Roana had found solace in a small cottage deep within the enchanted woods, far away from the prying eyes of the kingdom. She raised her son, Olyr, with love and care, instilling in him the knowledge and power of his magical heritage. As Olyr grew older, Roana shared with him the truth about his father and the pain he had caused.

Consumed by anger and a desire for vengeance, Olyr ran away from his mother, seeking to unleash his wizardly powers upon the kingdom. His heart burned with a need to make his father and his family pay for the pain they had caused. With each step he took, his powers grew stronger, threatening to bring the entire kingdom to its knees.

But just as Olyr prepared to unleash his fury upon the kingdom, Roana appeared before him, her eyes filled with sorrow and love. She pleaded with him to reconsider, to not let anger and revenge consume him. She revealed that King Odilon had only abandoned her out of duty, not out of lack of love. Olyr, torn between his desire for vengeance and the love he felt for his mother, hesitated.

In that moment, King Odilon, his heart heavy with regret, arrived at the scene. He had learned the truth about Roana and Olyr, and the realization of his mistakes weighed heavily upon him. Falling to his knees, he begged for forgiveness, his tears mingling with the dirt on the forest floor.

Princess Kaela, Odilon's daughter, and Queen Adeline, his wife, arrived shortly after, their hearts filled with compassion and understanding. They saw the pain in Roana's eyes and the turmoil within Olyr's heart. Queen Adeline, a wise and kind-hearted woman, took Roana's hand and placed it in Odilon's.

"You are made for each other," she whispered, her voice filled with understanding. "Love knows no bounds, and it is clear that your love has endured despite the trials and tribulations. I willingly give my crown to Roana, for she is the one who has captured your heart, and she will be a wonderful queen."

Roana, overwhelmed by the queen's compassion, declined the crown. "I had no intention of driving you away or taking your place," she said softly. "I only wanted to be sure that his love had been sincere."

King Odilon, his heart overflowing with gratitude and love, took Roana's hand in his. "It was, and it still is," he declared, his voice filled with conviction.

Roana and Olyr needed time to process the emotions that swirled within them, but with each passing day, forgiveness began to bloom in their hearts. Olyr, finding solace in his newfound family, discovered a best friend in his sister, Princess Kaela. They laughed, played, and shared secrets, their bond growing stronger with each passing day.

And so, the kingdom of Laerith was not only saved from the wrath of a vengeful witch's son but also transformed by the power of forgiveness and love. The people rejoiced as they witnessed the strength and unity of their royal family, and peace was restored to the land.

From that day forward, the kingdom of Laerith prospered under the rule of King Odilon, Queen Roana, and their children, Olyr and Kaela. Their love and compassion radiated throughout the kingdom, reminding all that sometimes, even the darkest of hearts can find redemption and that forgiveness has the power to heal even the deepest wounds.