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Late Night Fairy Tale

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A collection of short stories with fairy tale themed. New chapter (almost) everyday.
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Chapter 1 - El Phantasmo, The Wandering Magician

El Phantasmo is a magician who had spent many years traveling the lands of Castile & Leon, within the Spanish Kingdom, performing his impressive tricks and illusions for audiences all across the land. With powers beyond their understanding, people believed him to be a true wizard, not just an ordinary magician. He was a tall, slender man with piercing blue eyes and a sharp, angular face, and he always wore a flowing black cloak adorned with a white rose symbol.

As he traveled from town to town, city to city, El Phantasmo always drew a large crowd with his incredible magic show. He could conjure objects and animals out of thin air, make people disappear and reappear in the blink of an eye, and even control the elements with his hands. His performances were always met with awe and amazement from those who witnessed them, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the greatest magicians in the Spanish Kingdom.

One day, as El Phantasmo was preparing for his next show in the small village on the outskirts of the city of Toledo, he received a strange visit from an old woman who claimed to be a messenger from King Ferdinand IV of Castile himself. The woman told him that an evil witch named Lady Malvina had been terrorizing the kingdom, causing destruction and chaos wherever she went. The kingdom had tried everything to defeat Lady Malvina, from hiring assassins to sending the royal army, but nothing seemed to work. Desperate and out of options, he had heard of El Phantasmo's reputation as a great wizard and had summoned him to help vanquish the witch and restore peace to the land.

"I'm honored that the king would trust me, but is his majesty sure I'm the right person for this task? I'm just a magician." El Phantasmo asked, a little of uncertainty came out of his voice.

"We already knew your true power, El Phantasmo," the old woman replied gravely. "Lady Malvina's powers are beyond anything we have ever seen. We need someone with your skills and magic to stand against her."

El Phantasmo knew that this would be a great challenge, he is just a wandering magician, but he was also a man of great bravery and compassion. He couldn't stand by and watch as the people were hurt by Lady Malvina's dark magic. So, he gathered his things and set out on a journey to find and defeat the wicked witch.

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As he traveled, El Phantasmo encountered many challenges and dangers along the way. He encountered fierce monsters and treacherous bandits, but he always managed to outwit them with his clever tricks. Finally, after many weeks of travel, he arrived at Lady Malvina's lair, a dark and foreboding castle perched atop a rocky cliff.

El Phantasmo took a deep breath and approached the castle gates, calling out to Lady Malvina. "I am El Phantasmo, the great wizard," he shouted. "I have come to face you in combat and restore peace to the kingdom."

There was a moment of silence, and then the gates slowly creaked open. Lady Malvina appeared before him, a tall and slender woman with long, flowing hair and piercing green eyes. She looked El Phantasmo up and down, a smirk on her face.

El Phantasmo stood before the evil witch Lady Malvina, his heart racing with fear and determination. He knew that this was the moment he had been preparing for all his life, the moment when he would have to use all of his skills and powers to defeat the wicked sorceress and save the Spanish Kingdom.

But as he faced off against Lady Malvina, a sense of hesitation washed over him. He had given up his magical powers years ago, vowing to use his skills and talents as an ordinary magician to bring joy and wonder to the whole kingdom. He had never wanted to rely on magic again, afraid of the temptation to use it again to seek revenge.

But as he stood before the powerful witch, he knew that he had no choice. He had to bring back his magic, no matter how difficult it might be. He had to use his powers to defeat Lady Malvina and save the kingdom.

With a heavy heart, El Phantasmo made the decision to recall his magic power. He knew it would not be easy, and he hesitated for a moment, unsure if he was ready to embrace the great power he had once had.

But he knew that he had to do whatever it took to protect the people. He took a deep breath and stepped forward, his magic power flowing over his body as he prepared to face off against Lady Malvina.

"So, you are the great El Phantasmo," she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "But do not look so great, I must say. I was expecting someone more magical."

"Don't let appearances deceive you," El Phantasmo replied, his voice calm and confident. "I may not look like much, but I have spent years studying and mastering my magic power. I am more than a match for you."

El Phantasmo stood his ground, refusing to be intimidated by the witch's threats. He knew that he had to be strong, that he had to believe in himself and his abilities if he was going to stand a chance against such a powerful foe.

Lady Malvina laughed, her eyes glowing with green energy. "We shall see about that," she said. With a flick of her wrist, Lady Malvina unleashed a powerful spell, a bolt of dark energy hurtling towards El Phantasmo.

El Phantasmo expertly dodged the attack and countered with a spell of his own, a burst of bright white light that enveloped Lady Malvina. She let out a scream of frustration as she was momentarily blinded, and El Phantasmo seized the opportunity to strike, launching a powerful fireball with magic force that sent the witch flying across the room.

She hit the wall with a loud thud and crumpled to the ground, groaning in pain. El Phantasmo approached her cautiously, his hand ready to cast more spells.

"It's over," he said, his voice firm but kind. "You have caused enough destruction and chaos. It's time for you to face judgment."

Lady Malvina looked up at him, her eyes filled with fear and desperation. "Please, don't turn me in to the King," she begged. "I'll do anything, just don't send me to prison."

El Phantasmo hesitated for a moment, unsure of what to do. He had always believed in justice and righteousness, but he also had a soft spot inside his heart.

"Very well," he said finally. "I will not turn you in, but you must swear to use your powers for good from now on. No more causing harm or destruction."

Lady Malvina nodded eagerly, tears streaming down her face. "I swear it, I swear it on my life," she said desperately, her voice still shaking.

El Phantasmo helped Lady Malvina to her feet and gave her a small smile. "Fair enough," he said. "I will help you control your powers and use them for good. Together, we can make a difference in this kingdom."

And with that, El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina set out on a new journey, using their combined skills and magic to help those in need and bring hope to those who had lost it. They traveled far and wide, spreading joy and wonder wherever they went, and they were known throughout the kingdom as the great wizard and his trusted ally, the former evil witch who had turned to the light.

As El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina traveled across Castile & Leon, they encountered many people in need of their help. They used their magic to heal the sick and injured, to bring food and shelter to those who had none, and to protect the innocent from harm. They became known as the great magician and his ally, the former witch who had turned to the light, and their names were spoken with reverence and respect wherever they went.

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One day, as they were passing through a small village on the edge of Burgos, they were approached by a group of villagers who begged for their help. A group of bandits had been terrorizing the village, stealing their food and supplies, and they were too afraid to defend themselves. The guards also had been beaten. El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina knew they had to do something to help.

"We will take care of these bandits," El Phantasmo said, with determination in his voice. "You have nothing to fear anymore."

The villagers thanked them profusely as El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina set off to confront the bandits. They tracked them down to their hideout in the nearby forest and used their magic to defeat them, returning the stolen goods to the grateful villagers.

"Thank you, thank you," the villagers said, tears of gratitude in their eyes. "We will never forget what you have done for us."

El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina smiled and nodded, happy to have been able to help. They continued on their journey, spreading joy and hope wherever they went.

As the years passed, El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina became inseparable companions, united in their mission to do good in the world. They faced many challenges and dangers along the way, but they always stood together.

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As they grew older, they began to teach others the ways of magic, passing on their knowledge and skills to a new generation of young wizards and witches. They founded a school of magic, where they taught their students the importance of using their powers for good and helping those in need.

Now they are standing in the grand hall of their school of magic, surrounded by their many talented students. The two had come a long way since their first battle, and they had put their differences aside to found the school together, determined to teach the next generation of magicians the power of good magic.

"I can't believe how far we've come, Lady Malvina," El Phantasmo said, a sense of pride and accomplishment in his voice. "When we first met, we were enemies, locked in a fierce magical duel. But now, we're colleagues, working together to teach the next generation of wizards and witches."

Lady Malvina nodded, a hint of a smile on her lips. "Yes, it's amazing how things can change," she said. "But I have to admit, I never thought we would end up working together. I never imagined that I would be teaching magic to young students, alongside a former enemy like you."

El Phantasmo chuckled. "Well, we've both come a long way since those days," he said. "We've learned the value of forgiveness and second chances, and we've both come to understand the importance of using magic for good. And I'm grateful to have you as a colleague and friend, Lady Malvina."

Lady Malvina smiled. "And I'm grateful to have you as well, Antonio," she said. "Together, we are making a difference in the world, and that's all that matters."

The two magicians stood together, watching their students practice their magic and learning the ways of good. And they knew that together, they were making a positive impact on the world, and helping to shape the next generation of great magicians.

El Phantasmo and Lady Malvina became legends in the Spanish Kingdom. Their names are known and respected by all, even by the king and his royal family. They've lived long and fulfilled their dreams. Traveling the kingdom, looking for talented students while spreading joy wherever they went. And when they finally passed on, their legacy lived on through their students, who continued their work of using magic for good and bringing hope to the world.