Reimagia

Summary: Now a graduate of Ever Realm Academy, Sofia accepts Cedric's invitation to train in a secret realm called Reimagia, which is home to some of the most powerful sorcerers on earth. However, there's a dark force lurking in the realm, destroying conjurors one by one, all while offering cryptic clues to his identity. If Cedric and Sofia can't solve the mystery, they'll be next.

Disclaimer: I don't own Sofia the First or any characters affiliated with the show. However, I do own the Kingdom of Reimagia and many new OCs mentioned in the story.

A/N: Ah, yay! My brand-new series! 😊 I'm excited to bring "Reimagia" to you all! As I said before, there's plenty more mystery in here, along with lots of suspense and danger. And of course, I have a few surprises in store, as I'm sure you know already. 😉 With that said, let's get started with the first chapter, with a graduation, of course! :D


Chapter 1: New Beginnings


It was late spring. The sun was a continuous fixture above most days, and the sky was bluer than ever. Most of the plants were back in full bloom after the especially active winter mere months before.

Today was extra special, though. Today was a day when some of the brightest minds would venture forth into the world, armed with knowledge and experiences that would shadow them for the rest of their lives. It was Ever Realm Academy's graduation day.

Meanwhile, James had already graduated from Chivalry Hall the previous week, and he'd even begun an apprenticeship with Sir Finnegan, who was already pushing the young prince to be the best knight he could be. And he'd been given the day off to see his sisters graduate, which they'd previously done for him.


Sofia sat in her lavender pajamas in front of Calista's Looking Back Glass. She watched through the mirror as the younger teen moved behind her, using her wand to magically fix her hair. "Did you decide on something yet?" she asked in a teasing manner, grinning at the girl through the mirror's reflection.

"It's far more difficult than you can imagine," Calista retorted, placing one hand on her hip as her other held the wand firmly. "There are many possible hairstyles you could wear, but it's so difficult finding one that reflects your graduation day."

"As long as I don't end up with tangles," the princess requested, yawning as Calista grinned toward her.

"Magical hair tangles? Now, there's a pessimistic concept." Calista playfully tapped Sofia on the head with her wand. "You're getting as bad as Uncle Ceddy, Sofia."

Sofia laughed. "I know. I hear that a lot…" She shrugged as Calista began waving her wand a bit. "Although he's not nearly as pessimistic as he used to be. I've gotten him to the positively-realistic stage at this point, I think."

The younger girl smiled thoughtfully. "You're really good for him, Sofia. I'm glad he's got a friend—and a partner—like you." She giggled as the princess blushed modestly and laughed softly. "Now, hold still. I think I've got the grandest hairstyle idea."

A few magic words later, and Sofia's hair was magically whisked into a new style: most of the auburn locks poured down her back and to the floor in gentle waves, but the top half was twisted into an elaborate waterfall braid, a few sections highlighted with tiny amethyst gems embedded in the braid. "Ah, it's lovely, if I do say so myself." She grinned and conjured a smaller mirror before passing it to the princess. "Here, turn around and have a look. See what you think."

Sofia did as suggested and gasped in awe when she saw her hairstyle. It was definitely different, but she thought it was… "Beautiful," she breathed, grinning as she lowered the mirror and glanced back toward her younger friend. "Okay, so you can do my hair every day if it's going to look that good."

Calista laughed. "I would, but I still sort of have school and homework to do. But not you, Miss Ever Realm Academy Graduate." She grinned before folding her arms as Sofia stood.

"A graduate…again." The princess paused as a reflective expression passed over her features. "It seems like such a long time ago that we first graduated from Royal Prep, and now this." She sighed. "I only know how to be a student, Calista… What's next for me, I wonder?"

The little sorceress smiled and shrugged. "I'm sure you'll figure it out. Just do what feels right in your heart, and you'll be fine."

The teenager smiled at her friend. "Why are you so mature already?"

Before the young sorceress could respond, she winced as she heard a crash outside her door, along with yelling from both Cordelia and Cedric—each one blaming the other for something that caused the crash. The dark-haired girl rolled her eyes as Sofia snickered. "Because, in my family, one of us has to be." She smirked as Sofia laughed, her eyes turning to the door as she heard a knock. "It's open!"

"Calista, dear, are you awake already?" Cordelia asked as she entered her daughter's room, Cedric following behind her and rubbing his head (where she'd evidently hit him). She gasped softly upon noticing Sofia. "Princess Sofia, I didn't realize you were here too. And my, your hair looks lovely!"

Sofia smiled and clasped her hands together as she noticed Cedric turn to her. "Thanks, Ms. Cordelia. Calista fixed it for me…for graduation today."

"I can't believe it's already time for your graduation," Cedric mumbled, folding his arms. "Seems like only yesterday, your Royal Prep graduation took place." He sighed dramatically, giving her a playful smile. "Stop growing up already."

She grinned at her friend. "I would if I could, Mr. Cedric…"

"I see you still haven't gotten dressed yet though," Cordelia mentioned, chuckling softly as the princess smiled sheepishly. "Holding off as long as possible, I take it?"

"It's not that… My mom said she'd gotten dresses for Amber and me, but she had to make a few last-minute adjustments to both of them or something like that. She said ours are pretty similar, so…" She shrugged. "I haven't even seen them yet."

"She seems to be making this a tradition," Cedric told her as he tapped his chin. "Wasn't your last dress also a surprise from your mother?"

She nodded. "Yeah. And she took me to our old house to pick it up. This time she is giving both of the dresses to Amber and me in private." The teen grinned at the others. "So I guess you guys will just have to be the surprised ones this time." She walked over to Cedric and gently hugged him, holding onto him a little longer than usual as he returned the sentiment. "I don't know if I'm ready to leave behind another school, Mr. Cedric," she murmured quietly as Cordelia showed Calista her dress for the occasion. "I am so out of my comfort zone already…"

"It's going to be all right, Sofia," he whispered back to her as he gently tightened his hold on her, a reassuring gesture. "If it makes you feel better, I have something in mind that I'm sure will cheer you up."

Sofia looked up toward her friend and grinned. "Does it involve cake?"

"Uh, no." He laughed as she giggled. "That's not my department. But you'll soon find out." He released her and gently took her hands. "I'm very proud of you, you know. I know how much stress you were under, how hard you studied, and how difficult it has been juggling studies and Protector duties…among other things. And whatever path you do choose next, you will excel at it, just like you have with everything else."

She smiled gently at him. "Thanks, Mr. Cedric." She sighed happily. "I guess I'd better go see if Amber is up yet. I'll see you guys at the graduation." She turned to the younger girl. "Thanks for fixing my hair, Calista. You're awesome."

Calista laughed. "Glad to help, Sofia!"

Sofia attempted to leave, but she found that Cedric still held her hands, and he had something of a far-away look in his eyes. She blinked.

Cedric, meanwhile, was looking at his friend (once his apprentice and now his partner). Where a young girl of eight years old, eleven years old, fourteen years old once stood, he now had a sixteen-year-old princess before him. The years had flown by far quicker than he'd ever imagined, and it was startling to him, to say the least.

"Mr. Cedric?"

He blinked, shaking his head and smiling as he released her hands. "Er, sorry, Sofia… Y-You'd best run along then."

She blinked again, a little confused, before smiling and nodding. "Yeah… I'll see you guys at graduation." She waved to them before leaving the room.

"Are you all right, Uncle Ceddy?" Calista asked in concern as she held onto the red dress her mother had gotten her.

"Huh?" Cedric glanced toward his niece and sister. "Yes, yes, I'm fine."

"It only gets worse, Cedric," Cordelia told her brother in understanding, smiling calmly as he frowned contemplatively. "She's going to keep growing up. The little girl you once knew is now a young woman, and soon she'll be in the real world with the rest of us. But you needn't worry about her. The princess has a good head on her shoulders, and she's very intelligent and creative. She will be fine."

"Yes," he responded somewhat curtly, "and eventually…she'll realize she doesn't need me anymore."

"I think that's where you're wrong." Cordelia ran a brush through her daughter's hair as her brother sat down, tossing her a perplexed glance. "If she agrees to what you have planned after graduation, she'll need you more than ever." She smiled gently at her brother. "Besides, you never stop needing the people you love, Cedric… No matter how old you get."

He sighed and nodded. "I suppose…" He then smiled appreciatively toward the sorceress. "Thanks, Cordy."

She winked in response before continuing her task of tackling Calista's hair.


"Sofia, can you come here for just a few minutes?" Miranda asked as she peeked into her daughter's room. "Meet me in Amber's room." She then left.

"Sure?" Sofia muttered to herself as she slipped from the window seat and hurried after her mother. Upon entering her sister's room, she grinned. "Wow, Amber! You look great!"

Amber smiled and twirled once, allowing her new dress to flow out around her and settle around her ankles. The dress was chartreuse with pleating along the skirt portion. Around her waist lay a dark green band with the Enchancian crest sewn into the center. Her hair was intricately braided down her back with a few tendrils framing her face. Unlike Sofia, she opted for no extra jewels. And on her right ring finger resided Desmond's ring from several months ago during Wassailia. "Mom made this! Can you believe it? It's amazing!"

Miranda smiled fondly at the blonde before beckoning Sofia forward, laughing softly as she complied. "Hold out your hands." As she did so, the queen placed a box into the girl's hands. "Happy Graduation Day, Sofia. Go ahead and open it."

Sofia untied the purple ribbon from the box and let it fall to the floor as she pulled out a dress that was rather similar to Amber's, except it was a beautiful lavender shade. Her eyes widened as she laughed. "Wow! Mom, you made these? I mean, I knew you did, but… Wow…" She looked toward her mother curiously.

"I did. And Cordelia helped a bit too, especially with the crests."

"It's wonderful…" She smiled and threw her arms around the queen's neck, hugging her as the dress stayed carefully clasped in her hands. "Thank you so much…"

"You're welcome, Sofia…" She smiled and kissed the girl's forehead as she let her go. "You'd better get dressed. We're leaving soon. I've got to get Corban ready."

"Does he have a cute little suit?" Amber joked, laughing.

"As a matter of fact, he does, Amber." Miranda smirked as the girls exchanged humorous glances. "And he looks rather sharp for a one-year-old, if I do say so myself." She winked. "Thirty minutes, girls." With that, she left.

"Wow," Sofia breathed, looking down at her dress. She then giggled as she looked toward Amber. "We haven't had anything that's matched this much since we were in the Buttercups."

Amber smiled. "One last time, hmm?" She reached up and played with the younger princess's bouncing waves and waterfall braid. "Now who did this?"

"Calista!" She laughed as her sister blinked in surprise. "It's magic, Amber."

"Oh, right." The future queen laughed. "Well, go get dressed, and I'll meet you downstairs."

"Okay."


Once she'd cleaned up and dressed, Sofia sat at her vanity, observing her reflection. Despite coming to terms with growing up quite some time ago, the girl in the mirror almost made her cry. She missed her younger years a lot, but then again, she wouldn't give up what she'd experienced and learned for anything in the world. She'd had so many more opportunities that others could only dream of: owning a magical amulet, setting a princess free from said amulet, being a Protector, studying magic on a daily basis, visiting magical and secret realms… She loved her life.

She looked at a framed portrait sitting on her vanity and hummed thoughtfully as her fingers traced the edges. It was a painting Amber had done of her and Cedric during Sofia's birthday a few months ago. While she'd insisted that they simply sit and pose for her at first, she'd changed her mind and had them stand next to the water instead, staring off at the sunset as the wind blew the younger princess's hair around both of them. 'It makes for such a serene and mysterious painting,' Amber had explained at the time. And she was right… It had to be one of her favorite gifts she'd gotten for her birthday.

"Just wait till you see what else is out there," she whispered to herself, feeling a smile spreading across her face. "This is only just the beginning, Sofia. Relax. Everything's going to be okay." With a deep breath, she stood up and gave herself a once-over before leaving her room to head downstairs with her family and friends.

A strong gust of wind rushed through the room (which was odd, since the window was not open), knocking the princess's portrait off the vanity, a sickening crack of glass following as the wind disappeared as quickly as it had appeared.


Graduation was even more emotional the second time around.

For Amber, it was definitely her final time, especially since her duties from here on out would be putting into practice everything she'd learned at the academy. She was gearing up to shadow her father and learn from him what was expected of her as a future queen. And of course, there was her relationship with Desmond. She knew their future was bright and would be shared eventually, so she was excited to see what would happen.

For Sofia, she knew she'd continue her roles she'd previously attained. She had no desire to give up her Protector status, nor did she want to relinquish her partnership with Cedric. Those were the two most important things to her. Her role as a Story Keeper was still important, but it wasn't as demanding now as it had been when she was younger. In fact, she wondered if she'd pass that along to someone in the future somehow, if it was possible… Maybe Calista?

The stage at this graduation was far grander than the one at Royal Prep, and Sofia couldn't help but noticing. Of course, Ever Realm Academy was much larger with many more students from all over the realm, plenty of whom were also graduating and with whom she and Amber had made friends. While the stage with the fairies had been small, intimate, and welcoming, this one seemed a bit daunting and even intimidating… The walk across felt like it took forever, and the cheers in the crowd when she accepted her diploma from Headmistress Azhalrée were deafening… It was like she was doing everything in slow motion.

And that's when she felt it. That familiar (yet unwelcome) jolt in her hands that she'd first experienced when she was fourteen years old—when she and Cedric had first started their Magical Ambassadors adventures. She hadn't felt it since she'd learned how to control her newer powers, so to feel it now, here, in front of hundreds—if not thousands—of people… She didn't know how to react.

"Sofia?"

The auburn-haired girl blinked, realizing that the headmistress was frowning in concern, her soft pink eyes imploring as she gazed at her. "Headmistress Azhalrée, I…"

"Nervous?" she guessed, smiling. "It's fine. Just take your diploma. And congratulations." She hugged her gently, as she had done with the other students. "I expect amazing things from you, and I'm so proud of you," she whispered before releasing her and gently patting her arm before seeing to the next person.

Those words instantly calmed the anxious teenager, and she felt a bit lighter as she descended the stage. She returned to her seat next to Amber, who leaned over to her.

"Are you all right?" she asked, clearly concerned. "You look a little pale. And you were sort of stumbling up there on the stage."

"Heh, I'm fine… Just nervous, I guess."

Amber smiled and linked her arm with her sister's, gently patting her hand. "Well, it's over. We did it." She squealed quietly so as not to interrupt the other names being called. "We're graduates again!"

Sofia smiled uncertainly. "Ha, yeah. Yay!" She looked down at her hand that Amber was holding, and she considered for a moment asking her to let go since she still felt a lot of discomfort from the random jolting of power, but she also didn't want to let go of the one bit of grounding stability she had, so she endured the pain until the end of the ceremony.


That evening, several guests attended the graduation party for the girls, including James, who would leave the next day to go off on one of his new knight quests with Sir Finnegan. The girls thought it felt really weird not having their brother around all the time, but they'd known changes were coming. This was one they just had to accept. It was much harder on Amber, of course, because separating twins always seemed to be tougher than separating any other normal siblings. 'It's like half of me is missing,' she'd explained to Sofia one evening after he'd been gone for a few days. And that statement alone had caused the normally-composed and sometimes-aloof princess to burst into tears; Amber didn't always show it, but she dearly loved her twin. Rarely had they spent time apart in the past, and this was just the start. It would take a whole lot of adjusting, but she knew she'd eventually come to terms with it. Besides, she still had Sofia and Corban, and their parents, and of course even Desmond to keep her company many times a week. She'd just have to wait a little longer to see her twin…

The royal sisters got plenty of different gifts for their graduation: books, flowers, hand-carved figurines of the finest quality, outfits for 'the real world' as their Grand Mum had put it, and many more things. When everything was finished, Sofia was surprised to find Cedric beckoning her over to the side of the ballroom as guests began clearing out.

"What's wrong, Mr. Cedric?" she asked tiredly, exhaustion evident on her face and lacing her voice.

"I might ask you the same thing," he pointed out, gently reaching out and cupping her chin. "Talk to me and tell me what is going on."

She considered telling him about the previous magical jolt, but looking around briskly and still seeing so many people, she knew that now was not the time. She glanced back at her friend and smiled apologetically. "Later, Mr. Cedric… I'll tell you later."

He frowned, folding his arms.

"I promise," she stated clearly, garnering a sigh and a nod from her friend.

"Very well." He lowered his arms and smiled at her. "By the way, I suppose it's time for my graduation gift to you."

She smiled shyly, shaking her head. "You didn't have to get me anything, Mr. Cedric. You've already given me so much."

"It's not quite about what I'm giving you… It's more about where I hope to take you." He smirked as her eyes widened in realization. "You remember our conversation some time ago about Reimagia?"

"Yeah! Of course! It's where people go to learn how to be full-fledged…sorcerers…" She grinned slowly as she stepped up to him, excitedly grasping his robe. "Are we going?"

"If your parents approve, then yes." He smiled as she made a sound of excitement and hugged him. He laughed, patting her back as he returned the hug. "And only if this is what you really want… I'm not forcing you into accepting this new role. Merlin knows, you have more than enough at this rate."

Sofia giggled as she stepped back, smiling up at him. "Mr. Cedric, since I was a little girl, I've loved magic. I used to think how neat it would be to actually be able to do magic myself, and to meet a real sorcerer. Well, I think it's safe to say that both my wishes came true." She grasped her amulet. "I got my magic…" She then grinned at him. "And I got my sorcerer."

Cedric laughed. "I suppose that's one way of putting it…"

"To actually be able to be a sorceress myself, if it's even possible, would be that other big dream come true…like filling in the last piece of the puzzle, in a way…" She smiled excitedly. "Let's do it."

"Wonderful." He held out one arm to her, smiling as she linked their arms together. "Let's go talk to your father then."


"Is this another Mainlandia?" Roland asked teasingly as Corban sat on his lap, dressed in a light blue royal suit, his thicker hair styled similarly to James's now (just a few shades darker, of course). His blue eyes were wide and focused on the two friends before him, and he'd even stopped babbling upon seeing his older sister.

"No, sire," Cedric responded, an amused smile tugging at his lips. "In truth, this land is of far greater importance…" He looked toward the princess, who nodded. "For both your daughter and myself…"

Sofia stepped forward, a look of determination on her face. "Dad, Mr. Cedric and I want to go to Reimagia…so that I can become a full-fledged sorceress."

The king appeared to be a bit startled at first, because the request was just so sudden. However, he stared at the auburn-haired girl contemplatively for a few moments before chuckling a bit. "That would mean a lot to you, wouldn't it?" He sighed as Sofia nodded. "It's a dangerous job, you know?"

"It's not just a job, Dad," Sofia corrected. "It's a way of life. It's a part of people."

Cedric smiled proudly at her declaration. She was right, after all.

"And I already do plenty of dangerous things on a near-daily basis, and I'm just fine. The Protector duties aside, even being a princess can sometimes be dangerous. How often are royals targeted for different reasons?"

Roland nodded. "I understand your point…"

"Besides, if I learn the ways of the sorcerers and learn how to fully control whatever powers the Amulet of Avalor has, and anything else I've acquired over the years, wouldn't that be worth it?" She smiled excitedly. "Besides, Mr. Cedric believes in me too."

The king's gaze suddenly shifted to Cedric, whose demeanor became a bit nervous and uncertain. "I see…"

"He told me that I could be a great sorceress…" Sofia clasped her hands behind her back. "I just need the opportunity to try, Dad… And I'll be careful. I promise."

"I have no doubt you will, Sofia." Roland stood and passed Corban over to Cedric, who blinked and cautiously accepted the little boy, holding onto him hesitantly. The king placed his hands on Sofia's shoulders. "If this is what you want… If this is a path you want to pursue, you have my blessing."

Her eyes widened. "Really?"

"You've graduated twice now, Sofia, not to mention saved countless people and kingdoms over the years." He smiled. "I wouldn't stand in your way now. Not when you've more than proven how determined and loyal you are. At this rate, I'd say there's probably nothing you can't do."

Sofia grinned and hugged her father, laughing as he hugged her back. "Thanks, Dad… That means a lot to me." She looked up at him. "We've still got to tell Mom…"

Roland laughed. "Don't worry. We will tell her in the morning. She's asleep already." He looked toward Cedric. "When do you two plan to leave?"

"Within a week, Your Majesty," Cedric responded, sighing as the little boy rested his head on his shoulder and stared up at him with adoring blue eyes. He eyed the baby curiously. "I think Prince Corban is trying to indicate something to me…"

Sofia giggled as she walked over to him, taking her brother from her friend. "It's called showing affection, Mr. Cedric." She winked playfully. "He thinks you're interesting."

Cedric smirked and folded his arms, murmuring to her as Roland walked back to his throne, "Must run in the family, hmm?"

She smiled before looking toward Roland. "So, it's really okay, Dad?"

He nodded calmly, chuckling. "It's fine. But Cedric, take care of her. Once again, I'm entrusting my daughter's safety to you."

Cedric nodded as Sofia leaned against his arm, smiling toward him serenely. "I won't let you down, King Roland." He returned Sofia's smile. "I'll protect her with all I have. I promise."

To be continued…

Next Chapter: In the Palm of Your Hand