Fairy tales for young and old ~ English version

The forgotten princess

In the kingdom of Codel, where magic was forbidden, a young girl named Azura lived a humble life as an orphan, raised by the bakers of her village. She had always felt a sense of longing, a deep yearning to uncover the truth of her past. Little did she know that her life was about to take an extraordinary turn.

One day, while exploring the outskirts of the village, Azura stumbled upon an old cottage hidden deep within the forest. The cottage exuded an air of mystery and intrigue, as if it held the key to unlocking the secrets of her identity.

With a mixture of trepidation and excitement, Azura pushed open the creaking door and stepped into the forgotten cottage. It was filled with relics from a bygone era, each item whispering stories of the past. As she rummaged through the dusty shelves, her eyes fell upon a worn diary and a letter addressed to her.

Her heart raced as she opened the letter, its pages yellowed with age. The words on those pages revealed a truth that shook her to her core. Her mother, who had been living in the cottage with her, had fallen gravely ill when Azura was just a toddler. In her final moments, her mother entrusted Azura's care to the bakers, revealing a secret that would forever change her life.

Tears streamed down Azura's face as she read her mother's words. The letter revealed that Azura was the long-lost princess of Codel, born with extraordinary magical powers that her father, the tyrant king, had feared. He had sought to kill her at birth, but her mother had managed to escape with her, seeking refuge in the cottage. Her mother's love had kept her hidden, waiting for the day when Azura would discover her true destiny.

As the weight of her heritage settled upon her shoulders, Azura felt a mixture of determination and fear. She knew that her path would be fraught with danger and challenges, but she was ready to reclaim her kingdom and restore magic to the land of Codel.

With the guidance of Eldan, a wise old sage who had heard whispers of the long-lost princess, Azura embarked on a treacherous journey to confront her own father and bring an end to his oppressive regime.

As she approached the grand castle, her heart pounded with a mixture of anticipation and dread. The castle stood as a symbol of her father's tyranny, its walls towering above her, casting a long shadow over the kingdom.

As Azura entered the grand throne room, she laid eyes upon her father, the tyrant king. His gaze was cold and devoid of any remorse or regret. He regarded Azura with disdain, a mere inconvenience in his quest for power.

"I see you have finally come to face your fate, little princess," the king sneered, his voice dripping with malice.

Azura's voice quivered as she responded, "I am Azura, the true princess of Codel, and I have come to end your reign of oppression."

The king laughed, a cold, bitter sound that echoed through the throne room. "Do you honestly think you can stand against me, my own flesh and blood? You are nothing but a pawn in this game of power."

Azura's resolve hardened as she faced her father's malevolence. She knew that he was beyond redemption, consumed by his own thirst for control and dominance. But she refused to let fear cripple her. She would fight for justice, for the people of Codel, and for her own destiny.

With a wave of his hand, the king summoned his loyal guards, ordering them to capture Azura. But Azura, now embracing her magical powers fully, unleashed a torrent of energy, creating a barrier that shielded her from their grasp.

The battle that followed was fierce and intense. Azura's powers, fueled by her determination and the love for her people, clashed against the king's forces. Lightning crackled across the room, and gusts of wind whipped through the air, as Azura fought to reclaim her kingdom.

In the end, it was Azura who emerged victorious, her father defeated and his reign of terror brought to an end. The people of Codel rejoiced, their spirits lifted as the darkness that had plagued their lives dissipated.

Though her father showed no remorse or regret until the end, Azura knew that she had fulfilled her destiny. She had reclaimed her kingdom, restored magic to the land, and brought hope back to the hearts of her people.

As she stood before her people, a beacon of light and justice, Azura vowed to lead with compassion, fairness, and a commitment to the well-being of her kingdom. And so, the kingdom of Codel flourished under Azura's rule, a testament to the power of courage, determination, and the unwavering belief in a better future.