Chapter 13: Meeting Rachel

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The next morning, the group of friends went into Enchancia to pick up some food to stock up in Bucky. Sofia chatted with Ruby and Jade while the others went separate ways.
        Alberto walked around the village until he came across a bookstore. Although Alberto wasn't the type to read books, his curiosity brought him there. He looked around and noticed a book called, The Book of Fantasia. He thought it meant something to him in order to find Amber. Suddenly, he heard something move through the book aisles. Curious, he followed the sound. He crept around the corner noticed a loud sound. He ran over to the sound and noticed a blanket moving around. Once the blanket was off, Alberto saw a little girl with purple skin and curly black hair. "Darn books. I know it's around here somewhere." said the girl. "Ah-ha! Sea Monsters and other Sea Creatures, perfect! I've always wanted to read this!" Suddenly, the girl noticed Alberto and yelped. Alberto stood there and gave a small wave, smiling. "Oh! A new customer! Please come in!" said the girl. Alberto followed her as they got to the cashier table. "I was just looking for a book about Sea Monsters and other sea creatures. It's fascinating what books you can find!" she smiled. "Oh where are my manners, I'm Rachel and I just moved here to Enchancia from New York City. My parents and I own this bookstore but I run it while they're away. How can I help you?" Rachel asked. Alberto then looked over at The Book of Fantasia which was in a display case. "What's that book?" Alberto asked. Rachel looked over at the book and sighed. "It's The Book of Fantasia. It's old but not forgotten," Rachel said. "May I take a look at it?" Alberto asked. Rachel nodded and walked over to the display case, unlocking it. Alberto felt like the book was calling to him. Suddenly, the book lit a bright light and then the light faded. "Weird. It hasn't done that in years. Only a true power could make it light up." Rachel said. Alberto realized maybe this book would be the key to finding Amber. "Listen, could I possibly keep this book? It could help me with questions I have," Alberto told Rachel. Rachel looked back at the book, dusting it off. "If you insist, this book is quite legendary but I guess it wouldn't hurt! It's yours, from me to you!" Rachel said. Alberto grinned, "Thanks Rachel. I really appreciate it." Alberto said as he took the book and headed back to Amber's castle.

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