a twirl, I faced Daddy and gave him the biggest grin as he nodded his head with pride. "Do you know what you need to do now?" he quietly asked.
"I do now, Daddy," I whispered and closed my eyes once more. "But first, I have to look like a princess!"
With my declaration, my previous attire suddenly changed - twinkling fabric of orange and gold came to life, wrapping around my body and making the perfect dress with matching heels. My hair was left down. I bobbed my head in happiness as I took in my new creation before turning around to face the throne.
"Sitting upon that throne will mean you'll have a great responsibility, Cassandra. With your imagination, you will be able to revive these very lands, and in return, your magic will be rooted to not one or two but three lands. This land on the base of the humans, with fae magic woven into its roots, and with the flow of dragon lava and earth from those before you. Once the throne has made you its owner, there's no turning back. Is this what you want?"
I spun around to look at Daddy, and my lips continued to remain curled as I slowly nodded my head.
"As a princess, I'll restore the happiness, love, and peace that was lost in these very lands. Those who perished will see the good work I've done, and with the kindness in their hearts, will forgive those who dared to hurt such a place. All the lands will learn about the rebirth of this place, and together with my friends, family, and those who wish for peace, we will bring unity to the world!"
With those words, I backed up one step and sat upon the throne. With a deep inhale and exhale, I let my imagination flow.
Energy began to gather inside me, moving from my chest in all angles. The warmth made me feel amazing, empowering my vision that grew and grew. I didn't have a map of what I wished to achieve for these lands so I did what I thought was best.
To the land beneath this throne, to the air that gives us life, I ask for all forms of life to aid my vision for happiness, love, and peace. Like those who first set foot on this place, bless the lands with what they envisioned. Morph this space that was blessed by the fae and dragons and let it blossom like rainbow flowers. This place will be filled with happiness during the morning rays, and night will bring calm and peace to all the land. This land will be protected and invite those who wish for the same tranquil future. Rise. Live. Let the world feel the life that breathes through your soil once more.
My request felt far too sophisticated for my childish mind, but it carried the intentions I wished for this land. I let all the built-up energy free. The burst that released from my body like a firework soared into the sky and burst into raining sparks of light.
It flowed endlessly, and I didn't dare stop it as the chill of this place faded away and the rays of warmth hit my flesh. I could sense the change all around me, and especially within me, as I sensed a growth in my body while my magic laid root in the world all around.
When I felt the shifts of energy had ended, I opened my eyes to see the miraculous results. The world of desolation was no more, the surroundings now full of life as flowers, wildlife, and the beautiful sun shone down upon all of us.
My lips grew wide as my eyes softened in admiration, the final result moving me to tears. My attention moved to the bottom step, and there was Father, standing there with pride before he walked up the stairs until he stood before my throne.
With a nod of his own, he whispered, "Close your eyes."
I did as I was asked and waited for his next command, but the slight heaviness placed on my head left me curious as to what he was doing.
"Open them, Cassandra."
I opened my eyes and looked up to see the immense pride in his expression as he bobbed his head in approval. I wondered what made him so happy, and he did me the honor of pulling out a small golden pocket mirror.
Opening it up, he faced it in my direction so I could witness my reflection for myself, and