Prince Arin, Luna, and Minister Tom stood together in Lumora Magica, the magic world. The sky above them was darkening slowly, the deep blue turning into a heavy shade of gray. The air was cool and still. The quiet around them was different from what they were used to—it was heavy, almost like the whole world was holding its breath. Luna walked slowly through the strange woods, following a soft, gentle feeling pulling at her heart. It was hard to explain, but she felt as if something was calling out to be found, hidden somewhere in the shadows.
She moved carefully, her footsteps light on the soft ground covered with fallen leaves. The trees here were tall and strange, their branches twisting in unusual shapes. The silence made the forest feel even bigger and more mysterious. Luna's thoughts were busy, but her heart kept pulling her forward, deeper into the woods.
Suddenly, she noticed an ancient tree standing alone among the others. Its thick roots reached out wide across the earth, curling and twisting like giant snakes. The bark was rough and dark, covered in moss and tiny glowing insects that sparkled faintly like stars. Beneath these giant roots, she saw something unusual—a small, hidden cave.
Curious, Luna stepped closer and peered inside. The cave was dark but not too deep. There, resting carefully on a smooth stone, was an old magic book. It was glowing softly, shining with a warm light that seemed alive. Luna had never seen this book before. It looked very old, but full of power. The soft hum coming from it made her feel the magic pulsing inside.
Carefully, she reached out and opened the book. As she turned the pages, golden letters began to swirl and dance across the paper. Suddenly, a bright vision appeared in front of her eyes, clear and alive.
The vision showed Prince Arin as a young boy, full of excitement and wonder. He was standing in the palace library, his hands glowing with new magic. He was trying to create something simple—a talking pen. His eyes sparkled with curiosity. But he was still learning. His spell was too strong, too wild, and it quickly got out of control.
Luna watched closely. The prince had always believed that his magic had accidentally caused his parents to disappear at that moment. The guilt had weighed on him for years.
But now, the book was showing her something different. It was not just the magic itself that caused the tragedy. The book had a secret.
The book had absorbed their energy. It had trapped the king and queen inside it, feeding on their magic to grow stronger. This ancient book had been waiting, hungry for power. When the prince cast his spell, the book used it to capture the king and queen and lock them inside its glowing pages. The prince had never known the truth.
Luna gasped quietly. She whispered to herself, "It wasn't just his fault… The book took them."
Her mind raced as she thought about how much pain the prince had carried for so long, blaming himself for something he never did.
Without wasting another second, Luna turned and ran back to the palace where Prince Arin and Minister Tom waited. She held the glowing book tightly in her hands, her breath coming fast.
"Prince Arin," she said, breathless but steady, "you need to see this."
The prince looked at the book carefully. His face grew darker as he recognized the magic it held.
"I know this book," he said softly. "I used it once, a long time ago. That day, I was trying to make a talking pen. I thought my magic went wrong. I thought I made my parents disappear…"
Luna shook her head gently. "You didn't. Your magic only opened a path. But it was the book that trapped them. The book used your spell to feed itself. Your parents are inside it, still alive, frozen in time."
Prince Arin stared at the book, his eyes filled with pain and confusion. "All these years, I blamed myself for losing them."
Minister Tom placed a strong hand on the prince's shoulder. "Now you know the truth. And now, you can bring them back."
Luna nodded with determination. "But it won't be easy. The book is sealed with ancient magic, old and dangerous. If we do not open it carefully, the darkness inside could escape."
Prince Arin clenched his fists, his voice firm and strong. "I don't care how hard it is. I want to save them. I have to make this right."
Luna smiled softly at him, her eyes shining with quiet strength. "You will. And I will be with you every step of the way."
With the truth finally revealed, the three of them left the magic world, Lumora Magica, carrying the glowing book carefully in their hands.
A new mission had begun—not just to save the king and queen but to protect the Kingdom of Brightvale from the ancient darkness that still lived inside the pages of the book.
Back in the palace, Prince Arin sat quietly in the library, where it had all started. The magic book lay on the table before him, glowing softly. Its pages were still, as if waiting for the right moment.
Minister Tom and Luna stood nearby, watching carefully. The air was filled with quiet tension. Everyone knew what was at stake.
Luna opened the book again and spoke in a gentle voice. "The spell inside this book is very old. If we make a mistake, the darkness hidden inside might escape. But if we do it right, we can bring your parents back."
Prince Arin nodded slowly, steadying himself. "I'm ready."
They lit candles and placed them in a circle around the book. The soft flickering light made the room feel warm, though the tension in the air was thick.
In the center of the circle, Prince Arin placed the enchanted pen—the same one he had tried to create many years ago. It was a symbol of the first spell that had started everything.
Luna began to read from the book. Her voice was calm but firm, steady with concentration. Golden light rose from the pages, swirling and dancing through the room.
As the spell grew stronger, the ground beneath them trembled slightly. Shadows flickered along the walls, twisting and moving like living things.
Suddenly, the book resisted. A deep, cold voice echoed through the library.
"They are mine. Their power belongs to me. You cannot take them back."
The light darkened, and the shadows grew larger and stronger.
But Prince Arin stepped forward, his eyes full of courage and love.
"They were never yours," he said loudly. "I may have made a mistake, but they are my parents—and I'm bringing them home."
He placed both hands firmly on the book. His magic flowed from his fingertips. This time, it was steady, strong, and full of love—not fear.
The golden light burst forward again, pushing back the dark voice.
Luna added the final lines of the spell quickly. Her voice trembled, but she did not stop.
Suddenly, a loud crack echoed through the room. The book shook violently, then opened wide, releasing a beam of pure white light.
The light filled the room with warmth and brightness.
Then—there was silence.
The glow slowly faded.
In the center of the circle, two figures appeared. They were tired and confused, but alive.
The king and queen.
Prince Arin fell to his knees, overcome with emotion.
"Mother… Father…" he whispered.
The queen stepped forward, tears in her eyes.
"My son…" she said softly.
They embraced. The room filled with warmth and love.
Minister Tom quietly wiped away a tear. Luna smiled, exhausted but proud.
The darkness was gone.
The seal was broken.
The royal family was whole once again.