Regal Academy: The Chosen Guardians (Currently Being Rewritten)

Chapter 4: The Strange Events

⁕⁎*⁎⁕⁂-----------------------------⁂⁕⁎*⁎⁕

"Chapter 4: The Strange Events"

⁕⁎*⁎⁕⁂-----------------------------⁂⁕⁎*⁎⁕

As the school day drew to a close, Aguya eagerly approached Rose. With a bright smile, she asked, "Rose, you're from Earth, right?"

With a friendly expression, Rose replied, "Yes, I am. Why do you ask, Aguya?"

Aguya hesitated for a moment, her excitement barely contained. Then, she blurted out, "I've always wanted to visit Earth. It's been my dream for as long as I can remember. And there are so many amazing places to explore, like Wonderland and more!"

Rose's eyes lit up in response to Aguya's infectious enthusiasm. "Absolutely, Aguya! I promise, that one day we'll make that dream a reality. We'll explore Earth together and have incredible adventures."

Their joyous conversation was interrupted by the arrival of Travis. He playfully teased, "Hold on a second! You're not planning to take her to that shoe store again, are you?"

Rose responded with a mock pout, defending her viewpoint. "Why not? That shoe store happens to be one of the best places on Earth!"

Travis chuckled and shook his head, saying, "Well, that's your opinion, Rose. But isn't it just a store that sells shoes?"

Rose gasped dramatically; her tone exaggerated for effect. "Just a shoe store!? Travis, you underestimate the magic of footwear. It's where style begins!"

Travis couldn't help but groan in jest, and their banter continued until all three friends burst into laughter, their voices ringing out in the schoolyard.

In between giggles, Rose turned to Aguya, still smiling. "I apologize if we seem a bit eccentric, Aguya. This is just how Travis, and I are."

Travis, still grinning, added, "Yeah, think of us as siblings-always teasing each other but standing by each other's side."

"It's okay, Rose, Travis. No need to explain the scene you both made earlier," Aguya reassured them, her smile warm and understanding. "I can tell how close you guys are. And I'll take you up on that offer, Rose! Thanks!" She beamed with excitement. "I'll let you know in advance when I can come!"

Rose waved cheerfully as Aguya bounded off to join her friend Haruki, who was patiently waiting on one of the garden benches.

Travis, amused by Aguya's infectious energy, chuckled heartily. "It seems like you've found someone who could be your long-lost twin, Rose."

Rose laughed along with him, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "If she were my twin, I'd be buying her shoes almost every day!"

⁕⁎*⁎⁕⁂-----------------------------⁂⁕⁎*⁎⁕

Meanwhile, in the Great Study Hall, the six great fairy tale families had gathered. The air was heavy with an aura that felt far more ominous than their typical adversaries. Ironfan was the first to voice her concern, saying, "This aura we're all feeling is too strong to be our usual, ordinary villain."

Le Frog nodded in agreement, adding, "I agree with Ironfan."

Snow White couldn't help but voice her fear, asking Cinderella, "Cinderella, what if... he's here?"

Cinderella, typically composed and confident, tried to dismiss the idea, saying, "Nonsense! It can't be. His prison and the source of his powers are sealed."

Rapunzel chimed in, "Even if it were the case then, we would have known as soon as possible."

Despite their attempts to reassure themselves, an undeniable sense of fear hung in the air, affecting even the bravest among them.

Cinderella spoke with urgency, addressing the gathered members, "It's crucial that we prepare both ourselves and the students. We can't solely rely on our abilities or our trusted allies anymore. We've aged, and the responsibility of defeating this unfamiliar adversary will fall upon the new generation of heroes. Even if they're not fully prepared yet, we must ensure they are ready to confront and vanquish this unknown enemy." Her words were met with solemn nods of agreement from the group.

⁕⁎*⁎⁕⁂-----------------------------⁂⁕⁎*⁎⁕

When Rose returned home to Earth, a cheerful smile spread across her face as she called out to her parents, "Hi mom! Hi dad! I'm home!" However, an eerie silence greeted her. She scanned the empty house, growing increasingly concerned with each passing moment. Her worry mounting, she quickly changed into comfortable attire-a white t-shirt, a pastel pink jacket, light blue skinny jeans, and matching pastel pink heeled rubber shoes. Determined to find her parents, she dashed out of her house and made her way to Travis's residence.

Upon ringing the doorbell, Mrs. B welcomed her inside. Rose's heavy breathing did not go unnoticed, and Mrs. B inquired, "Rose, dear, what's the matter?" "Are my parents here?" Rose asked anxiously. Mrs. B shook her head and turned to her husband, Bear, asking if he had any knowledge of Clara and Dave's whereabouts. Unfortunately, Bear was as clueless as the rest.

Mrs. B suggested calling Travis for help and reminded Rose to try contacting her parents on her cell phone. Rose made the calls-one to her mom and another to her dad-but received no response. Concern deepening, Travis offered his assistance. Placing a comforting hand on Rose's shoulder, he assured her, "Rose, let's go find them." Rose nodded appreciatively as they rushed out of the house together.

After an exhaustive search around the area, they returned to Rose's house. With trepidation in her voice, Rose called out once more, "Mom? Dad? Are you home?" Still met with silence, Travis began to inspect the living room. Something unusual caught his eye on the coffee table-a claw mark. Alarmed, he called out to Rose, but she stood frozen. Travis approached her and saw what had left her in shock.

⁕⁎*⁎⁕⁂-----------------------------⁂⁕⁎*⁎⁕