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Royal Incantations

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When Summer Embers first told her parents that she got accepted to the University of Britechester to study Medicine, no one was surprised. She had seen other kids her age beaming with pride as their parents celebrated their future as doctors or lawyers.

But Summer's upbringing was anything but typical. As the daughter of Sage Morgyn Embers and Queen Ashley, she was the future heir to the throne. If you told a Glimmerbrook parent that you wanted to be a doctor or healer, they wouldn't bat an eye; spellcasters heal, but they can also wield destruction. Yet, Summer's heart was set on healing. She wanted to help people in a way that felt genuine and impactful, and that’s why she wanted to be a doctor.

Summer wasn’t alone in her family; she had three younger brothers: Rhett and twins Emmett and Everett. She would miss them dearly. They were always close, and her parents, big kids at heart, taught them spells, magic tricks, and many life lessons. Summer recalled the time she watched her father show one of the twins a card trick, how wide-eyed and impressed he was. That love for children was now part of her.

Of course, her family didn’t live a happily-ever-after life. They fought like everyone else—that’s just life. And she remembered all the cats they had, learning about death when Peanut passed away. They have had other cats since then.

Now, she stood outside her new residence, affectionately called “Little Castle.” She was not alone. She was with Lyla Herring, the future queen of the aliens from Oasis Springs, who looked radiant after her recent weight loss; her twin brother Barrett; the future king of the vampires, Kenny Masters; and Jakov Denny, one of the six werewolf Denny royalty and Lyla’s boyfriend. Jakov, restless and impatient, crossed his arms.

“This is stupid,” he grumbled. “Why don’t they just let us in already?”

“Jakov, you've been here a million times thanks to your four older siblings. Your family almost owns this place,” Summer replied, rolling her eyes. “The rest of us haven’t even set foot inside yet.”

At that moment, Nikita Pruitt emerged from the door. “Hello, everyone! You all know me as Princess Nikita of Bridleton Bay. I’ll be your tour guide today.”

“Yeah, we definitely need a tour,” Jakov said, sarcasm dripping from his voice.

“Jakov. Try to contain your enthusiasm,” Nikita shot back, smirking.

“Yeah, right,” he replied, making a face.

“Anyway, let’s get on with the tour,” Nikita said, motioning for everyone to follow.

As Summer stepped inside, a wave of emotions washed over her. This place felt like a fresh start, yet it also loomed as a daunting challenge. She took a moment to look around; the foyer was vast, and she could already picture lively gatherings filling this space.

“So, on the left is a small sitting area and the dining room, but let’s check out the kitchen first,” Nikita said, leading the way.

They walked toward a kitchen that felt like a small apartment, complete with all the essentials. “The kitchen has everything you need: an oven, a microwave, a fridge, and a dishwasher,” Nikita explained with a flourish.

Then they moved through an open entrance into the living room, where the future ghost king, Tate, sat at a desk, typing away.

“Hey, everyone!” he greeted without looking up.

“We're on a tour,” Nikita said, guiding the group further.

“Enjoy!” Tate replied, returning to his assignment.

Summer noticed how quickly he was absorbed in his work. But she was surprised. It's also Tate’s first year of university. Yet he came to “Little Castle" a little earlier than the rest of them.

“And here's the living room,” Nikita announced as they entered a spacious area filled with a long sectional sofa and a Murphy bed. “This is where we’ll hang out. And yes, that’s a giant TV.”

“Where’s the bathroom?” Jakov asked, his focus shifting to snacks.

“There’s one next to the kitchen. More on the tour, I promise,” Nikita assured him.

They ascended the wooden stairs, with Nikita explaining, “So, there are seven bedrooms and one shared bathroom on each floor. This is the second floor, and it has three bedrooms. You’ll find out who sleeps where when you talk to them. But for now, let’s check out the first ground floor.”

Descending to the basement, they found a room with two massage tables and a study filled with desks and computers. Summer guessed that they needed all the tech they could get.

“How many floors are there in total?” Barrett asked, looking around.

“Just three,” answered Nikita.

Just then, someone unfamiliar to Summer emerged from the bathroom.

“Oh, everyone, this is Skylar Reich,” Nikita introduced. “She’s from an aristocratic family in Mt. Komorebi.

“Let me introduce you to everyone who is going to live here for the next semester. First, this is Lyla, future queen of the aliens in Oasis Springs, and her twin Barrett. Next to Lyla is Jakov, who is one of the members of the Denny family in Moonwood Hills.”

Skylar shook hands with everyone, her confidence radiating. “And this is Summer Embers,” Nikita continued. “The heir to the throne in Glimmerbrook.”

“Hi, I’m Skylar,” she said, looking at Summer with keen interest. “So, you’re a future queen witch.”

“I guess that’s one way to put it,” Summer replied, feeling the weight of expectations settle on her.

“Can you make people fall in love?” Skylar asked, her tone playful yet probing.

“I’d rather not dabble in love spells,” Summer replied, her voice firm.

“Why not? Don’t you want to help people?” Skylar pushed, tilting her head.

“I follow the Glimmerbrook law: ‘Do as you will, but harm none,’” Summer explained. “Love spells can go horribly wrong, and I don’t want to be responsible for that.”

“I’d rather do a self-confidence spell on you. That sounds more useful,” Summer said, her expression serious.

At that moment, Tate descended the stairs, and another figure quickly slipped into one of the rooms. Summer recognized the aura of familiarity but couldn’t place the face.

“No, seriously, be Cupid and make someone fall in love with me,” Skylar insisted.

“Not a problem. I can handle that,” Kenny chimed in, casually leaning against the wall. He then took a few steps back and a green mist wafted from his hands toward Skylar. She then became dazed, confused, and mumbled something incoherent.

“Hey! What did you just do?” Summer exclaimed, watching as Skylar’s expression faded into confusion.

Kenny shrugged. “Just a little vampire mesmerism. She’ll be fine.”

“I wouldn’t have done that if I were you,” Tate interjected. “A few days ago, I pranked her. She then got angry and beat me up.”

“Yeah, but you’re a ghost,” Jakov retorted, rolling his eyes.

“Yeah, I know, know. Exactly!” Tate shot back. Then he turned his attention back to the vampire. “But Kenny, I wouldn’t have done that if I were you.”

“Kenny, what kind of spell was that you put on this poor girl?” asked Summer. She, Lyla, and Barrett helped Skylar out by going into someone’s bedroom to sit her down. Summer sat beside her. This bedroom had a queen-size bed and a TV on the wall. Nikita ran downstairs to get her a glass of water. Jakov was right next to Kenny. Summer sat right next to Skylar on the bed.

“Summer, it’s not a spell. I just hypnotized her,” Kenny insisted, stepping closer to the doorway of the room.

“Thanks, I guess,” Summer said, glancing around at her friends.

“Look, I just didn’t want her bugging you,” Kenny continued. “Besides, I feel that there is something off about her.”

“I felt it too,” agreed Summer. She then looked at the rest of the group. “Have any of you sensed it?”

“Absolutely,” Lyla agreed, nodding. “We all did. Didn’t we, Barrett and Jakov?”

“Yep,” answered Jakov.

“I did too,” answered Barrett.

Nikita returned with a glass of water.

“What did you do to her?” she asked Kenny.

“A little vampire mesmerism,” he repeated.

“How long will it last?” Nikita asked, concerned creeping into her voice.

“It’ll be a while,” Kenny assured her.

Nikita sat beside Skylar on the bed. “Skylar, drink some water,” she urged gently. But Skylar sat still, lost in her haze.

“Nikita, why don’t you put the water on the nightstand, and we can move on with the tour?” Summer suggested.

“Nah, why don’t we just stay here for a bit?” Jakov proposed, clearly enjoying the drama.

“Let’s keep moving,” Nikita decided, and the group continued the tour down to the second ground floor.

They passed a gym, and Nikita pointed out, “So, here’s the gym.” Everyone peeked in to see the equipment. “And right next to it is the swimming pool,” she continued, drawing attention to Madeline swimming gracefully in her mermaid form.

“On the other side of this floor is another bathroom and two bedrooms,” Nikita explained. “Let’s go one more flight down.”

They entered what looked like a bar area, filled with tables, a bar with stools, and various games like Ping Pong and billiards. The room had an old-world masculine vibe. But what caught Summer’s eye was a cauldron her mother had insisted on placing here before her departure. Her parents still wanted her to embrace her spellcaster heritage during her time at university.

Summer approached the cauldron, running her fingers over its surface. Instead of feeling overwhelming, it felt like a connection to her roots—a reminder of the magic that flowed through her family and the expectations that accompanied it.

After the tour, everyone gathered to discuss sleeping arrangements. Skylar, still recovering from Kenny’s spell, remained in the bedroom on the first ground floor.

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As it approached supper time, everyone decided to celebrate the new arrivals in the bar. Madeline’s twin, Holden, joined them, and Skylar finally returned to her normal self.

A vampire butler was busy preparing soup in the cauldron, which bothered Summer. That cauldron wasn’t meant for cooking food. But she held her tongue, not wanting to stir the pot further.

As the group laughed, drank, and played games, Summer noticed a deck of tarot cards sitting on the bar. Her parents had taught her about them, but she struggled to remember the meanings of most cards, except for Death and the Tower. The Death card is all about change and not death in a literal sense. The Tower is a card that talks about the chaos in one’s life.

Summer picked up the deck, feeling a strange pull. She shuffled the cards and turned one over: it was the Advocate in Reverse. The bottom read:

“On trust and truth, on wisdom, intuitions. Break free from the commonplace standard tradition! Sharing ideas or meeting someone new is desired.”

This was intriguing. The Advocate card in reverse warned against getting involved with people who might not be what they seem or indicated that relationships weren’t what they appeared.

A sense of foreboding washed over her as she glanced at her roommates, wondering if any might hide secrets that could complicate her life at the university. The pressure of fitting in while maintaining her identity as the future queen weighed heavily on her. Would her royal lineage overshadow her efforts to carve her own path? Would her desire to be a healer clash with the expectations of her peers?

As she looked back at the card, she realized that adapting to university life would involve navigating complex social dynamics alongside her academic challenges.

Determined to explore the significance of the cards further, Summer kept the deck close. They felt like a compass for the challenges ahead. While she knew not to take their messages too literally, the possibilities intrigued her.

Whatever happens, happens. It’s not up to the cards to determine one’s future; it’s up to the goddess herself. But perhaps, in this new chapter, they could guide her.

Instead of joining the others in celebration, Summer took the cards and headed upstairs to her new bedroom. Settling in, the weight of the cards in her hands comforted her. With thoughts swirling in her mind, the excitement and anxiety of the first day at Britechester University loomed ahead, and she finally drifted off to sleep, ready to face the unknown.

To Be Continued...

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