Under the radiant sun, young Mia hummed tunes, her joyful steps carrying her toward the tree nestled in the heart of the field. Abruptly, her song faded as she spotted a boy, his back turned to her, standing by the tree. He appeared a few years older than Mia.
Mia stepped closer, reaching out to the boy. Before she could speak, he took her hand, chuckling, "Silly girl, enough of your tricks. Come with me, I have something to show you."The boy sprinted ahead, still holding Mia's hand as she trailed behind, a sense of familiarity enveloping her. Despite the connection, his face remained a mystery, visible only from behind. Fueled by curiosity, she couldn't help but ask, "Do we know each other? Can I see your face?''The boy halted and let go of her hand, yet his face remained hidden. "You claimed we know each other. Don't you recognize me?", he questioned.Innocently, she responded, 'No, but if I could just...'Her words hung in the air as the boy sprinted away once more. She chased after him, pleading for him to stop, but her pleas fell on deaf ears.She screamed, 'Don't go, please!'But he vanished, and she gets surrounded by flames. Fear and tears consumed her as she cried out for help, but her pleas echoed unanswered in the empty expanse."Sister, wake up," the twins pleaded, sitting close to her, tightly grasping her hands. They attempted to rouse her, but she continued to scream and cry. Suddenly, her scream pierced the air, and her eyes snapped open. Her face was drenched with tears, her throat parched from the relentless screaming.Both her siblings enveloped her in a comforting hug as she woke. After wiping away her tears, she hugged them back, attempting to speak but breaking into a sudden coughing fit. Liana swiftly fetched a glass of water, which Mia gratefully drank. Liana placed the glass back on the table before returning to her sister. Since the accident at the age of 10, Mia had been haunted by nightmares, recurring every few days."Sister, are you alright? We were so worried about you," Cheng said, concern etched across his face."Oh, dear, I'm fine. I'm sorry for making both of you worried," Mia replied, managing a faint smile.Suddenly, a flash of light illuminated the room. "You crazy human, you scared the hell out of me," came the exasperated voice, breaking the tension in the air.Mia sneered, "So, the great magical and powerful Hao Hao can also be scared." The three siblings burst into laughter."Humph, ungrateful," Hao retorted, his tone edged with annoyance."Come on, dear Hao, don't be angry. I was thinking about giving you some chocolates, but now that you're upset, you won't need them anymore, right?" Mia teased him playfully."Who said I'm angry? I was just joking," little Hao chimed in, his expression suddenly changing.They all shared a laugh, teasing each other. After a while of playful banter, they sat down to enjoy their breakfast together.Liana and Cheng, Mia's twin siblings, were just 13 years old when their parents passed away, leaving Mia, who was 16, to take care of them. Alongside them was Hao, a magical creature known as a familiar, who had a peculiar fondness for chocolate. After consuming human food, chocolate became his ultimate weakness, and he would do anything Mia requested as long as she rewarded him with chocolates. Resembling a small, adorable puppy, Hao's soul had been trapped in the Black Rose until Mia's birth.After their breakfast, Mia prepared to leave. Just as she was about to step out, the two twins hurriedly approached her."Sister, are you going to the magical beast's meeting?" Cheng asked, his eyes sparkling with curiosity."I am, but I won't take you guys," she informed them firmly."Sister, you always make excuses and never take us there. We also want to see what the magical beasts look like," Liana pleaded, her expression tinged with sadness."If you want to know how they look, you will find out one day. I understand that you might feel frustrated because I've been saying this since you first asked me to take you there. You both may not understand my reasons now, but one day you will realize that I'm doing this to protect you. You're my only family, and I want to keep you safe. Please, promise me you won't step out of the house when I'm not around. This is the only place where my magic can protect you," she said, gently rubbing their heads, before walking away with a sense of responsibility etched on her face.3,000 years ago ...In this world, every human possessed magical powers, a gift that set them apart. However, among the diverse array of wild beasts, magic remained absent.Amidst them all, there existed a malevolent magician wielding dark powers that set him apart from the rest. He was loathed not just by humans but also by the beasts, repulsed by his sinister abilities. In his eyes, every being, both human and beast alike, was a potential enemy. Driven by his thirst for recognition, he journeyed across the globe, seeking a place where his malevolence would be acknowledged and respected.One day, he halted at a cave nestled within the vast lands, a place that held the essence of every kind of magic imaginable (modern-day China). Within its depths resided various species of majestic dragons.Driven by his insatiable thirst for power, he dedicated himself to mastering the arcane arts. Deep within the confines of the cave, he practiced his magic. For his spells, he utilized blood crystals, extracted from the hearts of fallen beasts, and an array of enchanted herbs imbued with diverse magical essences — water, ice, fire, wind, earth, nature, and light. With intricate precision, he melded these elements together, weaving a tapestry of formidable power.Instead of gaining power, a catastrophic blast ensued, shaking the very foundations of the Earth. This cataclysmic event was the result of the malevolent magic he had unleashed. The blast greedily siphoned all magic from every being on Earth, amalgamating it in a colossal surge, driven by his delusion of absorbing all the magic for himself. However, the human form couldn't withstand such immense power. The amalgamated magic took shape as a colossal disk, hovering ominously.In his reckless attempt to harness this overwhelming force, the man was reduced to ashes, consumed by his own ambition. Simultaneously, the magical disk shattered into countless fragments, which scattered into the vast expanse of the sky, carrying with them the remnants of the world's lost magic.The fragments scattered across the entire earth, causing a cataclysmic change. Powerful beasts vanished, leaving behind mere myths, while only ordinary wild and domestic animals managed to survive.However, these fragments absorbed the essence of the vanished creatures, becoming imbued with their extraordinary powers. Remarkably, humans endured the upheaval. In regions where these fragments fell, the magical energies seeped into the bodies of the inhabitants, granting them newfound abilities and altering the course of humanity forever.In the wake of the magic-infused cataclysm, those who harnessed the mystical energies underwent a profound transformation, embodying the essence of the beasts whose powers the fragments had absorbed. These beings possessed the remarkable ability to shift between beast and human forms, a characteristic intrinsic to their magical nature.Individuals who absorbed the essence of ice, water, and wind from the fragments became the awe-inspiring Magical Ice Dra
In his dream, the Chi ruler witnessed a flourishing kingdom, but fate took a dark turn when a girl was born into Chi's family, leading to the tragic demise of the Black Rose. The very instant the black rose turned to ashes, all the magical beasts in the realm began to perish abruptly.As she matured, she ascended to power, and chaos ensued among the magical beasts, staining the world in blood. The girl's crown was fashioned from this very blood, symbolizing her rule.Upon awakening, he recounted his dream to the leaders of the Magical Beasts, prompting the Magical White Wolves to stand sentinel at the Black Rose's cave.Henceforth, the girl was christened Black Princess Chi, after the name of the fallen Black Rose, and whispers of a curse surrounded her name.Ever since the prophecy of the cursed girl's impending birth, the Chi family lived in constant dread. They had planned to hand her over to the Magical Beasts immediately upon her arrival. However, as time passed, the ominous event
They decided to keep her on the island for a few days, attempting various methods to awaken her evil side, but all their efforts proved futile.Initially, they tried to provoke her by putting her in danger, hoping her evil side would surface in self-defense. One day, while she was playing with Hao in the garden, they sent a fierce lion her way. However, Hao, aware of the situation, disappeared the moment he sensed the danger.As everyone secretly watched, anticipating the outcome, something unexpectedly strange unfolded.Upon hearing the lion's roar, Mia calmly turned towards it, her confidence unwavering. Unfazed, she stepped forward, using her teleportation magic to effortlessly reach the lion. To everyone's surprise, she gently stroked the lion's face, and miraculously, the ferocious beast grew calm, sitting peacefully in front of her.In a gesture of trust, the lion raised its massive paw and offered it to Mia, acknowledging her as an unexpected ally.With the lion's paw in her han
Everyone was taken aback by her peculiar behavior."Let's commence the conference," she declared, her face devoid of any emotion."I've gone through all your concerns. Based on them, the mortality rate has risen, and magic is waning. What about the herbs I provided to each of you?" she inquired."Princess, the herbs did aid in healing, but their effects were short-lived; the ailment returned after a few days," responded the Phoenix Leader."The same holds true for all of us," added the Griffin leader."I've recently devised an alternative approach, although it's temporary. Nonetheless, I intend to implement it with your cooperation," she explained, and they all nodded in agreement."I need each of you to bring the affected beasts to the island. This time, I plan to use the water from the Magical Lake along with other magical essences. It will require my magical power and a bit from each of you to enhance its potency. Additionally, you'll receive a list of specific herbs to collect from
Mia trembled, her eyes wide with fear, upon seeing Hao drenched in blood."Hao, why are you covered in blood? Where are my siblings?" She hurried towards him, her voice filled with panic."It's not my blood; I'm a spirit, I can't bleed. Your siblings are safe, but someone took them," Hao explained."What? Who took them? And please don't tell me this blood belongs to them?""Don't worry, they're unharmed. Some humans took them, but I sensed a Magical White Wolf nearby. This blood is Liana's," Hao started, but Mia cut him off."She lost so much blood, and you just stood there? Take me to them now," she scolded him, her eyes blazing with anger."Don't worry, I used a healing spell on her. She's not bleeding anymore, although she hasn't fully healed. Come with me; I'll take you to them," Hao reassured her."But how did she get injured?" Mia's concern deepened as she sought answers from Hao.Hao relayed the situation to Mia, his voice filled with urgency. "Both of them secretly went out whi
Hao appeared, his voice cold, "Let them face the consequences, Mia. They deserve it. And by the way, I've already brought your siblings home."Mia, suspicious, questioned him, "Did you reveal everything to them?" pointing towards the leaders."Of course, I did. Those wolves dared to harm you, but I intervened in time. I sensed the old wolf's evil intentions and rushed to protect you. Though you had already passed out, the Magical Tree helped you recover. But there might still be traces of the toxin in your body," Hao explained, hoping for praise but received a swift hit on the head from Mia."Ouch... why did you hit your savior? You are such an ungrateful... humph..." Hao seethed with anger."You are becoming increasingly disobedient. I never asked for your interference. Have you even considered the consequences of endangering me and my siblings? What's the point of your magic and powers if you run to others for help? You're growing lazy day by day. I'm sending you for Magical meditati
She caressed the sword's blade with her fingers, her tone laced with a potent mix of threat and confidence. "Only a single strike from this sword, and all of you will be reduced to ashes. This blade is just a minuscule manifestation of my magic, akin to a single grain of rice. It serves as a testament to my unimaginable power. Yet, one of you attempted to bribe me, while another nearly succeeded in ending my life. Even though you may not have intended to kill me, the cold toxin you used almost proved fatal. Understand this: my strength doesn't make me immortal. I owe my survival to the Healing Tree. Had I not awakened, your fate would have been far bleaker."She shifted her gaze to them, "Moreover, my power extends beyond that of common humans or other Chi members who have lived before or will live after me. Despite your efforts, your antidote fails to fully heal me. I spare you today, but don't mistake my mercy for weakness. Remember, the one responsible for this chaos is Elder Master
Mia's voice echoed through the room as she directed the group, "I have something important to discuss with the Young Master, so the rest of you may leave." With that, they swiftly departed, leaving him standing there, his curiosity piqued. The portal closed behind them, cutting off any glimpse of the outside world."Follow me," Mia said, her tone carrying a sense of urgency. She led him to the grandeur of the Conference Hall, its polished surfaces gleaming under the soft glow of ambient light. Mia gracefully took her seat at the head of the table, and with a subtle gesture, invited him to sit beside her."Your Highness," he inquired, his voice laced with curiosity, "Is there a specific business matter you require my assistance with?" His eyes met hers, searching for clues in the depths of her gaze. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation. Mia regarded him thoughtfully. "Hmm... It's something related to the Island. By the way, do you know what this room is called?"He contemplated