Short Story
The Crown’s secret Elen was a curious girl with bright, searching eyes and a restless heart. One evening, while wandering near an ancient oak, she discovered something strange buried beneath its roots—a crown, shining with jewels that glowed like stars trapped in the jewels. "What secrets do you hold?" she said. Curiosity overcame her fear. She placed the crown upon her head. At once, golden liquid shone around her, and in a heartbeat she was carried away to a world beyond imagination- the kingdom of Elysdor. The land was breathtaking. Silver rivers flowed under floating mountains, ancient trees whispering in low voices, and mystical creatures roaming freely. Unicorns with manes of moonlight bowed gracefully, owls with fiery red feathers spoke in riddles, and even the stones beneath her feet shone with faint light. All the creatures bowed low. They said, "You have a right to be the ruler." Elen's heart raced, and wonder filled her, yet a shadow of unease stayed...
