The Boy and the Magical World

    By KENTA SHIBATA

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    08 Oct, 2023

    Once upon a time, in a small village nestled between the mountains, lived a young boy named Hiroshi. He was an ordinary boy with an extraordinary imagination.

    Every night, Hiroshi would gaze at the twinkling stars, dreaming of a world filled with magic and adventure. He longed to explore such a world, away from his mundane life.

    One day, while playing near the river, Hiroshi found a peculiar glowing stone. As he touched it, a whirl of colours encircled him.

    Before he knew it, Hiroshi was standing in a vibrant, magical realm, just like the one he had always dreamed of. He was awestruck by the sparkling rivers and glowing trees.

    Suddenly, he heard a soft whimpering sound. Turning around, he saw a small, hurt creature. It was a little dragon with a thorn stuck in its foot.

    Hiroshi approached the dragon carefully and gently removed the thorn. The dragon gave a sigh of relief and gratefully nuzzled against him.

    The dragon introduced himself as Draco, and as a token of his gratitude, he offered to be Hiroshi's guide in this magical world. Hiroshi, filled with excitement, agreed.

    They spent the day exploring the magical realm. Hiroshi saw creatures he had only dreamt of - fairies, unicorns, talking trees and so much more.

    Draco told Hiroshi about the dangers of the realm as well - like the shadow beasts that lurked in the dark corners. Hiroshi listened attentively, understanding the importance of being cautious.

    On their journey, they came across a rickety old bridge. Draco warned Hiroshi that the bridge was guarded by a grumpy old troll who asked tricky riddles to those who wished to cross.

    The troll, as Draco had described, asked a riddle. Hiroshi, with his quick wit, answered correctly. The troll, although grumpy, let them pass.

    They continued their journey, witnessing the magical wonders of the realm. Hiroshi was thrilled to be living his dream. Draco was glad to have found a friend in him.

    Suddenly, the sky turned dark, and a chilling wind swept through the realm. Hiroshi could sense something was wrong. Draco confirmed his fears - the shadow beasts were approaching.

    Draco told Hiroshi that the only way to drive the shadow beasts away was to shine a light into their hearts. Remembering the glowing stone, Hiroshi knew what he had to do.

    He held the glowing stone high above his head. It radiated a dazzling light, piercing through the darkness. One by one, the shadow beasts retreated, defeated by the power of the light.

    The realm was safe once again. Draco thanked Hiroshi for his bravery. Hiroshi, in turn, thanked Draco for being a wonderful friend and guide.

    Hiroshi wished to stay longer but knew he had to return to his own world. Draco understood and promised that they would meet again. With a heavy heart, Hiroshi bid his friend goodbye.

    Back in the human world, Hiroshi held the glowing stone close. He looked at the sparkling stars, knowing that beyond them was a world full of magic and a friend waiting for his return.

    Every night, Hiroshi would gaze at the stars with a different perspective. They were no longer just twinkling lights in the sky, but a reminder of his magical adventure.

    His life was no longer mundane, for he had a secret – the secret of the magical realm. Hiroshi cherished it, waiting for the day he would return to his magical world and meet Draco again.

    And so, Hiroshi, the boy who once dreamed of magic and adventure, had lived it. He had discovered a magical world, made a dragon friend, and fought shadow beasts.

    His adventure had taught him the power of friendship, bravery, and wit. It had transformed him from an ordinary boy to a boy with an extraordinary story.

    Hiroshi's story spread through the village. The other children listened, their eyes wide with wonder, yearning for a similar adventure. Hiroshi would just smile, knowing the magic was real.

    The glowing stone, Hiroshi's ticket to the magical realm, lay safely hidden. It was his most cherished possession, a symbol of his unforgettable adventure and a promise of many more to come.

    Hiroshi knew he would return to the magical realm one day. Until then, he would continue living his life in the human world, carrying the magic in his heart.

    The Boy and the Magical World