Written by: Roji Gurung - 26007, Grade X
Posted on: 21 November, 2023
Once upon a time, there was a small quaint village in the core of Italy. The village was nestled between rolling hills and a glistening river. There lived a young girl named Eliana. She had long, blonde hair that shimmered like the midnight sky, and her eyes were as green as the leaves in the heart of summer. Eliana was known throughout the village for her boundless curiosity and a heart full of compassion. She lived in a tiny cottage with her grandma and mother, and she had a huge golden retriever too.
Every morning, Eliana would wander into the woods that bordered the village, with her faithful dog, Luna, by her side. Together, they explored the hidden wonders of the forest, uncovering the secrets of nature that others often overlooked. Eliana's love for the woods ran deep, and she often imagined that the trees whispered their stories to her, secrets known only to the wind and the animals that called the forest home.
One sunny day, as Eliana and Luna ventured deeper into the woods than ever before, they stumbled upon an ancient stone door covered with thick moss hidden beneath a thick bush of vines. Her heart raced with excitement, and the door seemed to beckon her closer. It bore strange, unusual designs—highly decorated carvings that appeared to tell a forgotten tale. Eliana traced her fingers over the symbols, and as she did, the door slowly opened.
When the door opened fully, what lay beyond the door was a world unlike anything Eliana had ever seen. A luminous meadow stretched out before her, bathed in the soft, ethereal glow of the setting sun. Enchanted creatures were dancing in the meadow, their laughter sounding like delicate chimes in the breeze. Butterflies of every color fluttered around, leaving trails of stardust.
Eliana and Luna cautiously and curiously stepped into the enchanting meadow. They were greeted by a group of graceful, winged beings called Luminae. These mystical creatures were guardians of the meadow and were given the task of preserving its magic. They explained to Eliana that the meadow was a place where dreams were born and where the purest of hearts could witness their desires come to life.
Eliana, with her boundless compassionate heart, was the perfect candidate to explore the meadow's wonders. She wished for happiness and prosperity for her village, and in an instant, the meadow responded. The meadow's flowers blossomed with many colors, and the creatures filled the air with songs of joy.
Eliana returned to her village with a heart full of hope and the meadow's magic in her eyes. The entire village thrived as their dreams of abundance and happiness were fulfilled. Eliana became a legend, and people from far and wide sought her wisdom. But Eliana's heart remained with the meadow, and she continued to visit it, sharing its beauty with her people.
As the years passed, Eliana's story became one of folklore and wonder, a tale of a girl who found a magical meadow, touched by her heart's purest desires, and shared its enchantment with the world. And to this day, the meadow's glow can still be seen in the eyes of those who believe in the magic of dreams and the power of a compassionate heart.
