The journey back to the sanctuary was as gentle as a summer breeze. Adonis Kingsbane and Star Empress Mariana stepped out of the swirling violet portal and allowed their boots to touch the soft earth. The transformation of their home was nothing short of a miracle.
The grey sickness was entirely gone. The sky above was a brilliant, breathtaking canvas of clear blue, framed by the vibrant pink and purple clouds of their protective nebula. The grass beneath their feet was a lush, healthy green. The majestic flowers in the garden stood tall, their petals bursting with radiant colors and sweet fragrances.
Adonis looked toward the picnic blanket. His heart leaped into his throat.
The terrible spell had been broken. The marble stillness that had trapped his family was melting away like ice in the morning sun. Ignis blinked his eyes rapidly, looking down at his small hands.
Fwoosh!
