Guardian Of Ancient Wood

Chapter 13

Seated in the magical coffee place, Furie's attention was drawn to small, floating spheres of power that zipped in and out of the establishment. Intrigued, she turned to Leaf and asked, "What are those weird crystal ball-looking things, Leaf?" Leaf followed her gaze, and a small smile played on his lips. "Those are message spheres," he explained. "Guardians use them to communicate across realms. Each sphere carries a message from one Guardian to another."

As they observed, a black sphere, tinged with fire magic, soared toward a lone customer at a nearby table. The customer deftly caught the sphere, and as he did, a small note materialized in his hands. Furie watched with curiosity, eager to understand the workings of this magical communication. Leaf began to elucidate the intricacies of the message spheres. "Each element has its own unique sphere. Fire Guardians use spheres of flickering flame or charcoal looking ones, Earth Guardians employ spheres made of precious stones, Air Guardians favor spheres made of swirling air, and, as you saw, Water Guardians use spheres with a watery essence or a crystal looking one."

Before Leaf could finish explaining, Furie's eyes sparked with magic, and he noticed a sudden surge of energy within her. Intrigued, Leaf inquired, "Furie, do you feel that? Something seems to be awakening within you." Furie, her gaze reflecting a mix of surprise and wonder, nodded. "Yes, Leaf. I feel different, like something inside me is coming alive." As she uttered those words, her necklace shimmered with an intensity that matched the newfound magic coursing through her. In an unexpected twist, an uncontrolled surge of water magic erupted from her chest, forming a small pool on the table. Leaf, reacting swiftly, utilized his own magic to control the water. With a focused effort, he transformed the liquid into delicate steam that gently dissipated into the air. Furie, still absorbing the magical outburst, looked at Leaf with a mixture of amazement and uncertainty.

Leaf, maintaining a calm demeanor, explained, "It seems like you have a connection to the water element.I am putting my bet on the Water element. I think we are getting more and more proof of your connection to this element." As they continued their conversation in the magical coffee place, Furie and Leaf grappled with the implications of Furie's awakening abilities.

The revelation of Furie's unexpected water magic left both her and Leaf in a moment of contemplation. Leaf, sensing the potency of Furie's abilities, shared his thoughts, "I had my doubts about your connection to the earth, but now, seeing this water magic, it seems like water might be your element." Intrigued and seeking more understanding, Leaf delved into Furie's past. "Tell me more about your childhood. Do you remember anything unusual? And have you ever considered the possibility that your parents might not be your biological parents?" Furie, taken aback by the sudden questioning, struggled with the implications. "Adopted? I never thought about it. My parents... they're my parents." As the weight of the revelation settled, Furie's thoughts swirled with uncertainty. The newfound connection to the Guardian's world had not only awakened magical abilities but also raised questions about her identity. Was she truly the child of her parents, or was there more to her origin than she had ever imagined?

Leaf, sensing Furie's internal turmoil, spoke gently, "This magical awakening is often accompanied by a rediscovery of one's true self. It might be worth exploring your past and considering possibilities you might not have thought of before."The enigma of Furie's identity became a poignant thread in her mind, intertwining with the magic that now surged within her. Furie was full of newfound doubts about her roots.

Leaf, sensing Furie's discomfort with the topic of her origins, decided to shift the conversation. "Speaking of messages, I think I'll send one to my friend Rain. He's a Water Guardian working in the Air part of the Guardian's world, he is in charge of the weather there." As Leaf explained Rain's role, he extended his hands, channeling his magic to create a mesmerizing message sphere. The sphere, crafted from swirling patterns of green and blue, seemed to capture the essence of both earth and water. Within its translucent surface, miniature green leaves appeared to dance, echoing the magic of Leaf's domain. The sphere pulsed gently with an inner light, radiating a calming energy. Leaf delicately infused the message into the sphere, the magic responding to his every intention. As he finished the process, the sphere hovered between his hands, ready to convey its magical payload.

With a subtle flick of his wrist, Leaf released the sphere into the air. Furie and Leaf watched as the magical ball zipped through the coffee place, maneuvering effortlessly around patrons and tables. Its path seemed guided by an invisible force, and soon it vanished through the entrance, making its way to the intended recipient in the Air part of the Guardian's world.

Leaving the magical coffee place behind, Furie and Leaf navigated the pathways of the Guardian's world to reach a portal leading to the Air part of the realm—Skyland. As they approached the portal, the air around them seemed to shimmer with anticipation. The portal, woven from tendrils of swirling air and adorned with delicate mist, exuded an ethereal beauty. Before stepping through, Leaf explained, "This portal will transport us to Skyland, the Air Guardian's town. Get ready for a breathtaking experience." As they entered the portal, a sensation of weightlessness enveloped them. The surroundings blurred, and a kaleidoscope of colors danced before their eyes. Moments later, they emerged in Skyland, a town suspended in the sky with platforms of clouds serving as pathways.

Skyland was a marvel of Air Guardian craftsmanship. The buildings, crafted from translucent crystal-like structures, reflected the ever-changing hues of the sky. Whimsical bridges made of mist connected floating islands, and the gentle sound of breezes carried whispers of conversations among Air Guardians. Leaf and Furie stepped onto a cloud platform, surrounded by the panoramic view of the aerial town. In the distance, they could see Rain's working place—a realm where clouds swirled and raindrops sparkled in the magical atmosphere.