Vanessa has spent her life believing she was abandoned, shuffling between neglectful foster homes and haunted by strange nightmares. When her suppressed magic resurfaces, she is thrust into the mysterious world of Alfea, a school for fairies. There...
The sky above Alfea was restless, clouds swirling in unnatural patterns as Vanessa stood in the courtyard with Alexander and Sky. Her locket glowed faintly, its light flickering like a heartbeat as the bond buzzed faintly with shared unease.
"It's getting worse," Vanessa murmured, her voice tense. "The Web is destabilizing faster than we thought."
Alexander's green eyes scanned the horizon, his expression serious. "Have there been any new reports?"
Vanessa nodded, her chest tightening. "Three more fractures overnight. Two near the eastern boundary and one in the central plains."
Sky frowned, his blue eyes glinting with worry. "She's spreading us thin. It's a classic tactic."
The bond thrummed softly, its warmth grounding Vanessa as she exhaled. "We need to act fast. If we don't stop these fractures, the Web could collapse."
Alexander placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "Then let's get to work."
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In the strategy room, Vanessa stood with her allies, the map of the realms glowing faintly before them. Each fracture was marked with a pulsating light, its energy resonating with the instability of the Web.
"We'll need to divide into teams," Professor Dowling said, her voice calm but firm. "Cover as much ground as possible while keeping everyone protected."
Vanessa's chest tightened as she studied the map. "I'll take the central plains. It's the largest fracture and the closest to an anchor."
Alexander and Sky exchanged a glance, their bond buzzing faintly with concern. "We're coming with you," Alexander said firmly.
Sky nodded, his grin faint but genuine. "Yeah, no way you're going out there alone."
The bond's warmth eased some of the tension in Vanessa's chest as she smiled faintly. "Thank you."
Bloom, Stella, and the others nodded, their determination clear despite the lingering tension. "Let's make this count," Bloom said, her fiery magic sparking faintly.
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