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Legend tells of a castle that is so big the rooms are basically in countable. Within this legend there is a rumored to be only 1 pair of siblings that can find and live in the castle, for only the pure of heart can enter and remain there. Sydney and Bobby were twins who through no fault of their own, had problems staying on one foster home for very long. See even though the children were adorable strange things always seemed to happen when they were around. The electricity went out, the animals ran away and things disappeared from time to time. The twins were 10 and wanted to find a new home desperately. One day while roaming the woods the twins came upon a massive gate. “What do you think is on the other side?” Bobby asked. “Maybe a huge house with loving parents.” Sydney replied sadly. All of a sudden came a rustling sound. “What’s that?” Bobby asked timidly. “Probably a bunny or something.“ Sydney replied tiredly. The twins slowly approached the sound when a cute puppy popped out of the bushes. Sydney noticed the puppy had a piece of paper stuck to his collar. “Look, here’s a note.” the note was beautifully written in calligraphy. To whom it may concern this puppy has been sent out to find the two children who can at last enter the castle and release the curse. Follow the puppy and find a place that is so amazing you can only dream about it. Sincerely yours M. “Let’s follow the puppy!” Both kids said in unison. The puppy led the way through the the massive gate, and up a steep road. When in the distance a huge castle loomed. The castle looked well maintained as if it were expecting someone to enter. The castle doors were huge, Sydney knocked 3 times. After waiting 5 minutes the puppy scratched on the door and it opened. The children cautiously entered hoping to find a hot meal. “Bobby look another letter!”Sydney said happily. Welcome guests, i do hope you like the castle as it has been waiting on you for quite some time. I hope you are hungry because my robot Ted will be making your dinner shortly. Feel free to roam the castle and explore. I will arrive within a day or so to meet you in person until then M. “Who do you think M is?” Sydney asked. “I don’t know, but how about we find Ted?” Bobby said. The children walked slowly toward what they assumed was the kitchen. “Hello?” Sydney said quietly. “Why hello children i hope your hungry! I have made a 3 course meal!” Ted said happily. ”Can we do anything to help?” Sydney asked happily. “No, go sit at the table, dinner will be ready shortly.” Ted replied. “how many rooms are in this castle do you think?” Bobby asked. “I’m not sure, maybe Ted can give us a tour after dinner.” Sydney replied. The dinner was amazing for dessert Ted made homemade ice cream and peach cobbler. After dinner, the children asked Ted for a tour. “Why sure, but i must warn you the castle has well over 600 rooms.” Ted said cleaning the last of the dishes. The children loved the castle the rooms were beautiful and it seemed the rooms were designed just for the children. Several days passed one morning the children heard the front door open and close quietly. “Children is anyone here?” A mysterious voice asked from downstairs. The children were somewhat nervous, they were hoping whoever it was wasn’t angry they had been living in the castle for a while. just then Ted appeared. “Merlin welcome back, sire can i fix you some breakfast?” Ted asked. “Yes the children and i have much to discuss.” Merlin replied. The children and Merlin sat at the table. “Now I’m sure you have many questions, but do allow me to tell you a bit about where your from alright?” Merlin asked. The children nodded patiently. “Your story begins in the lost dimension which is somewhat of a secret. Your parents are the rulers and the day you were born terrible trouble overtook the Kingdom. they were forced to hide you until you could defend yourselves and the hope that you would find this castle. The trip is a long one we will need to rest a bit before we can begin out journey.” Merlin said as breakfast hit the table. The children were still somewhat confused. “so our parents want us?” Bobby asked. “My dear boy your parents were beyond distraught when they had to put you into hiding, in fact here is a letter they asked me to give you.” Merlin said handing Sydney the letter. “My dearest children, we are so sad to have to give you up. Believe me your father and I were so sad to have to endure this. We have taken care of the trouble, that made us give you up, now when Merlin escorts you home be prepared the animals have missed you dearly, by the way you can both talk to animals that was a gift your grandparents all had. We can’t wait to have you home we have a gift for both of you! Affectionately yours mom.” “Wow this sounds amazing!” the children both said. After several days of packing and getting ready for their departure. “Ok today’s the day after breakfast we shall depart.“ Merlin said happily. “How long is the trip?” Sydney asked. “It’s roughly like 4 days but we have Ted and he is going to make every meal!” Merlin replied happily. The walk wasn’t bad the land was flat. The scenery was breathtaking. Along the way Merlin explained the dimensions and how they came yo exist, which intrigued the children. At a certain part of the forest a tree appeared and a small door opened to reveal a letter. “Your parents say to wait here, they will be here shortly to escort us the rest of the way!” Merlin said happily.

May 19, 2020 23:52

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