
The Enchantress's Apprentice
By Storybird

22 Sep, 2023

At the end of a quiet suburban street, Atlas Starr was just another teenager. He spent his days in school, his afternoons at the library, and his evenings at home with his dad. His life was about to take a turn.

One afternoon at the library, a strange woman approached Atlas. She introduced herself as Morgan Alefay, the new librarian, and offered him an old book on legends of Camelot.

As Atlas read, he found a picture of a woman looking remarkably like Morgan. She was identified as Morgana Le Fay. He dismissed it as a bizarre coincidence.

The next day, he returned to the library. Morgan was waiting for him. She revealed that she was indeed Morgana Le Fay, the enchantress of Camelot.

Atlas was taken aback. He didn't believe in magic. Morgan decided to prove it to him, she waved her hand, materializing a small flame.

Shocked and amazed, Atlas agreed to be her apprentice. Morgan warned him of the danger ahead: the return of the evil Merlin.

With his acceptance, Morgan introduced Atlas to Arthur, King Arthur, who was now a golden retriever due to Merlin's curse.

Atlas started his magical education. He learned about spells, potions, and the history of magic. Yet, he struggled with the practical aspects.

His life became a balancing act between school, magic, and his father. Keeping his secret was harder than he thought.

One day, Atlas found a hidden spell in the book Morgan gave him. The spell was meant to revert curses. He considered using it on Arthur.

Without Morgan's knowledge, Atlas attempted the spell. To his surprise, it worked, but not as he expected. Arthur was half-human, half-dog.

When Morgan found out, she was angry, but she also saw Atlas's potential. The spell was complex, and he had almost mastered it.

Encouraged by his progress, Atlas became more dedicated. He studied magic and practiced spells tirelessly, often with Arthur by his side.

As weeks passed, Atlas learned to control his magic. He was still a novice, but he could cast simple spells, create small potions, and even levitate objects.

Meanwhile, the prism holding Merlin started showing signs of cracking. Morgan knew they were running out of time. Merlin's return was imminent.

Knowing they couldn't stop Merlin alone, Morgan decided to seek allies. She called upon the creatures of the magical realm for help.

Atlas was left to guard the prism. He felt the power emanating from it. He knew that Merlin was a formidable enemy.

When Morgan returned, she brought with her an army of magical creatures. Atlas was in awe. He'd only read about these creatures in his books.

The day of the battle arrived. Merlin's prism cracked open, and the wizard emerged, ready to reclaim his power.

The battle was fierce. Magic filled the air. Atlas, armed with his spells, stood bravely beside Morgan and the magical creatures.

During the fight, Atlas saw an opportunity. He cast the reversal spell on Arthur. This time, it worked perfectly. Arthur was human again.

With Arthur's help, they managed to defeat Merlin. The wizard was once again encased in a prism, this time stronger than before.

After the battle, Atlas returned to his normal life. But he still had magic, and he still had Morgan and Arthur by his side.

Atlas realized he was no longer an average teen. He was a magician, an apprentice of the legendary Morgana Le Fay.

His journey had just begun. With newfound confidence and determination, Atlas looked forward to his future as a magician, ready to face whatever came his way.