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Sofia the First
Sofia and James More than meets the eye
Chapter 21 A new Power
The last events changed everything. With the amulet gone, Axel's ambitions have been shattered once again. Berthina knew that the amulet can't be broken; a powerful object like it can't be destroyed. Elizabeth knew that she will now have to lead Sofia and the rest to recover the Amulet's shards and to forge it back
But still Axel will not give up; he now is preparing the invasion of Europe, starting with his neighbors kingdoms. The mighty Frankian army will soon began its long march, but first, Axel wanted to focus on retrieving shards.
,, So, are you saying that we can remake the Amulet '' Sofia asked
,, Indeed, we can do that if we gather all the shards'' Elizabeth said
,, And how many are '' James asked
,, 10 Shards, they will release their power soon and I will be able to trace them and to make a map '' Elizabeth said
,, They will release their power at the same time '' Sofia asked
,, No, only one at a time '' Elizabeth said
,, But how do you know so many things about the amulet, and how is it that you have magical powers '' James asked
,, Well, it's a long story '' Elizabeth answered
,, I would like to hear it '' Sofia said
,, Well, all of us want '' Amber said as she pointed at all the persons in the room. In the room were Sofia, James, Amber, Hugo, Roland, Miranda, Desmond, Zandar, Hildegard and Clio.
,, Well, a hundred of years ago in the Atlantic Ocean, there was a civilization well developed called, the kingdom of Avalor''. The people there were very kind, smart and had very developed technologies and weapons. It was a wonderful place to live. That's the place where I and Berthina were born. We were best friends, we were inseparable. But soon, as we grow and as we began to learn magic, Berthina found a book with a darker magic. She was corrupted by the book and she wanted to gain control over Avalor and to turn everyone in her slaves. She almost succeeded. I fought her, I stood up against her. The battle lasted for days, and as our magic collided, the weather changed, and an unstoppable storm formed and began to sink the island. We hurt each other and our powers were too weak to stop the storm. I felt asleep and the survivors took me to mainland Europe. The magic had another effect, after one year we lost completely the location of Avalor, or where it could have sank. After that, the survivors gave me the Amulet and the ring. I roamed Europe, looking in each kingdom to find a place to call home. I looked for it until I arrived here, in the kingdom of Encharthia. I was welcomed by your great-great Grandfather, James, King Gideon. I became his royal adviser and helped him during the invasions of the Normasis Tribes. As time passed and I began to fully trust him and his wife, Queen Maria, i decided to give the amulet to queen Maria to protect her. I knew about its powers and I wanted to keep them safe. The years passed, and as we faced the invasions and we defeated the enemies, I began to sense a power that I have not felt since I left Avalor. After i gave the amulet, i sense a familiar presence, so i left to find out what that presence was. I went to search for that power and i discovered that Berthina was behind the Norman invasion and that she was commanding the armies. I went to encounter her. The battle was harsh, we gave everything we got, and we became weaker by each moment pass. In the final i used a magic spell called,, StarFall''. This spell casts pink stars of pure magic that strikes the enemy. Berthina used her staff to dodge the stars, but she was hit multiple times and she was stunned. That was the perfect time, and i stroke her down with the staff, toughing her on the ground several meters away. But when i went to give the final blow, she teleported away and i was not sensing her presence anymore in Encharthia. After that i went in the village and spend my life there. But now, she has returned, and if she will not be stopped, the darkness will come over Europe, and everyone will be her slave.
,, What about Axel'' Sofia asked
,, He is a puppet, she is using him. With his help, she can use the armies of Frankia to conquer Europe and to rule her empire. She will surely go after the shards. We will have to stop them, no matter the cost'' Elizabeth explained
,, We will, we will split up and go searching for the shards'' James said
,, I will create a map that will show us the locations of the shards, but it will take some time '' Elizabeth said
,, Then let Cedric help you with that map, and in the mean time we will decide what teams we will make to go after the shards'' James said
,, Absolutely not! I will not allow you to go out there and risk your lives'' Roland said
,, Dad, don't worry, we will be fine '' Sofia said
,, No, Sofia, it's too dangerous '' Roland explained
,, Dad, we are no longer child's, we have to do this, it for our kingdom, we can't allow Berthina to get the shards before us'' James said
,, NO, and that is done, i can't risk to lose you too, and after all, i am the king'' Roland said
,, NO, you forgot that i am the queen until Monday, so you can't stop us'' Sofia said
,, You wish that '' Roland said
,, Enough! '' Elizabeth shouted as she used her magic to raise everyone from the ground. ,, You can't stop them, it is their destiny. I can't promise you that they will be safe and that no harm will come to them, but we can't stay here and just do nothing while Berthina and Axel are already making their move as we speak. I know that it must be hard for you to accept that they have grown, but they fought in a real battle, they fought and killed soldiers and defended their love, their kingdom and their freedom. You should focus on defeating Bulgaria and forcing Boris to accept a peace while we will handle the amulet and Axel'' Elizabeth said
,, I see your point, and i have to admit that you are right, we all have to do what its right in order to protect what we love or the persons we care about. This is for the right cause, so we will have to do everything to secure the peace and to stop your mortal enemy from getting the power'' Roland said
,, Then what are we waiting for, we will do everything in our power to stop Axel and to get back the shards. Who are with me '' James asked
,, I am, after all, it's my amulet'' Sofia responded as she put her hand on James's hand
,, I am too, i can't let my sister and brother to go without me'' Amber said as she put her hand
,, Well, i can't let you guys fight alone '' Hugo said as he followed Amber and put his hand
,, Me too, i can't miss such an adventure'' Zandar said as he put his hand
,, Well, here we go again'' Desmond and Vivian said
,, They won't know what stroke them'' Lucinda, Jade and Ruby said
,, Well, count us in too, this is the best chance to prove myself'' Clio and Hildegard said
,, And you can count on us, after all, we are the only ones that can stop Nettle once and for all '' The three fairies said
,, Then the game it's on. Axel, you don't know what is going to hit you, but you and your team better get ready for us '' James said
,, Well, I, the fairies and Mrs. Cedric will get the map ready while you handle the carriages and everything we'll need for this adventure '' Elizabeth said
,, Sofia and I will get everything ready '' Roland said
,, All right, then let's roll out '' Sofia ordered as everybody went to prepare everything
They knew what fight was coming, and what challenges they will have to overcome. They must face their enemies and they will have to overcome everything in their path. Defeat or surrender is not an option, and in these dark times, hero emerges from the shadows.
They friendship, their trust must be more powerful than the evil forces that are against them, and they will have to overcome every obstacles that will stand between them and their goals.
In Frankia, Axel and his team were not very pleased. Berthina was angry for losing the amulet that simple.
,, I can't believe that happened we broke the amulet '' Axel said
,, Thanks to Miss Nettle '' Sergio said
,, It wasn't my fault, i didn't wanted to broke the amulet'' Miss Nettle said
,, Stop, all of you! It isn't your fault, the magic that we unleashed was strong and combined with Elizabeth's spell, and it was too strong. But we mustn't worry for that, we must march on the shards to collect them and to restore the amulet if we want to accomplish our master plan '' Berthina said
,, Indeed, how is everything, you have prepared the troops for Boris '' Axel asked
,, Yes, the fleet for him will leave tomorrow '' Alexander said
,, All right, and what about the armies that we are preparing for the invasion of Europe '' Axel asked
,, Well, we are mobilizing the army, but it will take at least 4 weeks to be ready for battle '' Sergio said
,, Good, i want those soldiers ready, in the mean time we will go and search for the amulet '' Axel said
,, I will get ready a map, when i will sense a shard i will tell you and we will be on our way there '' Berthina said
,, I will get ready the troops that will accompany us and the supplies that we'll need '' Axel said
,, Troops? '' Sergio asked
,, Indeed, no doubt Sofia and her friends will go after the shards '' Axel explained
,, We must be ready to strike, prepare the troops, we will depart at first light'' Berthina commanded
,, Indeed, and while we will be on our way to gather the shards, Sergio, you will prepare the troops and supplies for Boris. I want them to leave for Bulgaria at first light''
,, Good, you put him in command of those duties. I am sensing a shard, we must prepare to leave '' Berthina said
,, Indeed, where is the shard'' Axel asked
,, In north, Baltic Sea, on the Lonely Island'' Berthina said
,, Good, Alexander, go and prepare the troops and everything we'll need for the expedition '' Axel Commanded
,, Yes, your Majesty '' Alexander said and left
,, I will go and get the map ready '' Berthina said
,, Good, tomorrow at first light we will leave to the Lonely Island'' Axel said
Meanwhile, in Encharthia, everybody was doing the preparation for the great adventure. Sofia was now going to see if Elizabeth has finished the map that is important to them. Knowing that the fate of all Europe hangs in the balance, she is precaution and a bit nervous.
Elizabeth was with the fairies and Cedric in his tower. They were working hard on that map until Elizabeth began to sense the power of a shard. She quickly learned the location of it and put it on the map.
Elizabeth knows more about the amulet than Sofia does and she also knows more about what the amulet can do if it falls into the wrong hands.
Elizabeth
I can't allow Berthina to win; i simply can't afford to lose this race.
The prize for this race is the future of Europe and the freedom or slavery of its entire people.
If Berthina wins, the world will be covered by darkness for a thousand years or even more.
I know that Sofia and James are still so young, that they might not be ready for this task.
,, Elizabeth, we done the map '' Cedric said
,, Good, then i will tell Sofia and we will leave tomorrow for the shards'' Elizabeth said
,, But, it's too dangerous for Sofia and the rest to go, they aren't ready '' Flora said
,, You are never ready, nor when you think you are '' Elizabeth said
,, I see your point, then we will accompany you, in case that miss Nettle shows her face again '' Merrywheather said
,, Good, the map is done '' Sofia said from the door
,, Sofia, i didn't saw you there '' Fauna said
,, I just arrived, so, you finished the map '' Sofia asked
,, Indeed, the location of the first shard is on the lonely Island, to the north on the Baltic Sea '' Elizabeth said
,, Lonely island, that island is abandoned '' Flora said
,, I know '' Elizabeth said
,, Good, then we leave tomorrow at first light, as surely Axel and the rest will be there too'' Sofia said
,, Okay then, go and tell everyone and prepare everything, tomorrow, the race begins '' Elizabeth said
After Sofia informed everybody about the location of the plan she told them to go and rest. She left with James in her room. They were enjoying a free time alone. James was keeping her in his arms and running his hand through her hair.
,, You know, I've been thinking about something ''James said
,, What is it'' Sofia said
,, How you won the battle '' James said
,, Really, you think that now it's the best time to talk about this '' Sofia asked
,, Why not, I didn't got the chance to talk with you so much lately, and in specially when we come to sleep '' James said
,, I know James, it's hard for all of us '' Sofia said as she gave him a small kiss
,, I just want to spend some time with you, that's all, I just want to know that you are in my arms, to feel your skin, to hear your breath, to taste your lips, to simply spent time with you in my arms '' James said
,, Me too, I want to know that you are beside '' Sofia said
,, This fight should approach us more, not make us more distant '' James said
,, James, I am sorry, I really am… but I promise that from now on, we will spend more time together '' Sofia said
,, Sofia, I know how hard this must be for you, the battle, the amulet and everything…. I am sorry too, I should support you too '' James said
Sofia and James spent their time talking and sharing lost memories until they fall asleep.
In the next morning, the sun was shining over Encharthia and everybody in the castle was working.
Soon, Sofia, James, Elizabeth and their allies will leave to find the shards and to restore the amulet before Berthina and Axel can have a chance to get the shards first.
The fate of Europe hangs in this conflict.
Only one will emerge victorious, and if it is the wrong one, the darkness will cover the earth, and chaos will reign supreme.
Berthina's ultimate goal is to rule over the world and to become the most powerful person in the world.
,, So, we are finally ready, everything you wrote me on the list is ready '' Roland said
,, Thank you dad'' Sofia said
,, You know, you still are the queen of Encharthia, so I must obey your commands '' Roland said
,, That's funny, well, in that case, I am transferring my power to you, i pronounce that you are now the king of Encharthia '' Sofia said as she went to hug her father
,, Be careful out there, I can't lose you again, and take care of James too, you know that he is reckless sometimes '' Roland said
,, I will, you take care of our kingdom, and put an end of the war against Boris '' Sofia said
,, Well, this is cute, so can I get a hug from you too '' Miranda asked as she approached them
,, Of course '' Sofia said as she hugged her mother with force. ,, Take care of yourself mom'' Sofia said
,, I will, you too '' Miranda said
,, Well, guess it's time to get ready '' Sofia said
,, Indeed, go and get yourself ready, I will take care of the final details '' Roland said
,, Ok, see you in 10 minutes '' Sofia said as she left the room
,, Well, I am glad that you finally understood that this fight must be theirs '' Elizabeth said as she entered the room with the map
,, Indeed, maybe I was too worried '' Roland said
,, I understand you, I do, but you must admit that they have grown, and that you will have to let them to do this. They are like little birds, one day they will leave their mother and fly to the end of the world '' Elizabeth said
,, Your right, I know that this must be hard for you Rollie, but we must let them do the right thing '' Miranda said
,, Indeed, but what if we come with you to help '' Roland said
,, And who will take care of Boris'' Elizabeth asked. I know that you want to help, but you will by crushing Axel's ally in this region '' Elizabeth explained
,, Ok then, at least we know that you will be there to help them '' Roland said
,, Indeed, by my life or death, I shall protect them, all of them '' Elizabeth said
,, Thank you, we are glad to know this '' Miranda said
,, Where is James, I haven't saw him '' Roland asked
,, He is in the courtyard with Amber and the rest, they are making the final preparations before we leave '' Elizabeth said
,, Good, then let's join them and help them'' Roland said as all left the room
After everything was ready, Sofia and the rest were ready to board the carriages and leave.
,, I want you all listen to me for 2 minutes'' Roland said. I know you all; you are now leaving on a dangerous road, on a road that can be your last. I have faith that you all will accomplish the task at hand and that you will bring back all the shards and stop Axel and his allies. From this moment, you are no longer foolish children, your all have grown, and the world waits. I hope that we will see each other again and that you all be safe and well when that time comes. I wish you safe journey and good luck, because you will need it '' Roland said
,, Thank you, now, we can't waste any more time my friends, we need to leave, it's already a bit late '' Sofia said as everyone boarded the carriages
As they rose in the air, the sky was blue; the sun was shining over the horizon. They were now on their way to the lonely island.
"Home is behind, the world ahead, and there are many paths to tread,
Through shadows to the edge of night, until the stars are all alight.
Then world behind and home ahead, we'll wander back and home to bed.
Mist and twilight, cloud and shade, Away shall fade! Away shall fade!"
After some while, they arrived at the gates of the lonely island. But for their shock Axel and his allies were already there, as they saw carriages and soldiers guarding the island.
Sofia was with James and Elizabeth in their carriage when they saw the soldiers.
,, Well, looks like we will have a long day '' Sofia said
,, I suggest to be stealthy, to not get attention on us, as they are more than us '' James said
,, Indeed, let's land there and decide our next move '' Elizabeth said
As they landed in a remote place, everyone was gearing up to leave and get the shard.
,, So, are we splitting up or stick together '' Amber asked
,, I say that if we split up, we will cover more ground'' Hugo continued
,, Yes, but if we split up we'll be more weak and easy to crush '' James said
,, I say that we should stick together, after all, the path to the shard is that where we saw the soldiers '' Elizabeth said
,, We will go straight and force them to leave us to get to the shard '' Hugo said
,, You think that they will let us to walk by that easily '' James asked
,, Enough, we will pass through them if it's necessary '' Elizabeth said
,, All right, what are we waiting for, let's go '' James said as they all headed towards Alexander and his troops.
Almost 20 troops were standing before them and the road to the shard. As they approached them, Sofia shouted at them:
,, Good morning, how are we'' Sofia asked. I have a proposition, if you would mind me giving 2 minutes, would you consider, stand down now, all of you '' Sofia demanded
,, Well, well, the heroes arrived, but perhaps too late '' Alexander said
,, Not a chance, not stand down, we don't have time for you '' James demanded
,, If it would be that easily '' Alexander said
,, Stop, all of you. Axel must not be allowed to get his hands on the shard '' Desmond said as he went in front. ,, I will engage Alexander ''
,, Are you sure '' Sofia asked
,, Yes, now go '' Desmond said
,, Well, somebody should help you with the soldiers '' Zandar said
,, I don't need help, you go forward, Alexander is mine '' Desmond said
,, Ok, good luck '' Sofia said as they all began to run and the soldiers that were with Alexander followed them.
Desmond and Alexander remained alone. They were watching at the other with hate.
,, You're not good enough to stand before me, this will be easily '' Alexander said as he took his sword
,, Spoken like every coward that want to intimidate the enemy, but now I will show you what I am made of '' Desmond said as he charged at Alexander, jump and struck him.
,, Well, we'll see how is though '' Alexander said as he strike Desmond's sword,
,, You will not prevail'' Desmond said as he paired his sword and stoke him with his leg, pushing Alexander back and making him to fell
The battle between them was harsh. Meanwhile, the rest were running towards the shard as they saw that soldiers are chasing them.
,, We'll, we have company '' Hugo said as he took his sword
,, Indeed'' James responded
,, Leave me with Hildegard, Clio, Amber and Hugo to take care of the soldiers, you three with the fairies go for the amulet '' Zandar said as he charged at the soldiers with Hugo and the girls took their crossbows to shot the soldiers down while Sofia, James, Elizabeth and the fairies continued their road to the shard.
Soon, their reached a hill where Elizabeth sensed the shard, they began to climb it only to find Berthina with Axel and some soldiers digging for the shard.
,, Berthina, stop, I can't allow you to get your hands on that shard '' Elizabeth said
,, We'll, we meet again '' Berthina said as she turned around
,, Looks like Alexander and the soldiers failed to stop you, or all of you '' Axel said as he took his sword
,, You can't stop us, now, give us the shard '' Sofia demanded
,, You have to fight for it '' Axel said as he ordered the soldiers to attack them.
But Sofia took her sword and struck down 4 soldiers, while James killed the last of them. Elizabeth then went to engage Berthina, but she first told Sofia and James to take the shard.
James went to engage Axel while Sofia sneaks out to dig for the shard.
James was trying his best to beat Axel, but he was not an easy opponent like the soldiers he killed. They both hit each other's sword, fell on the ground and been pushed back by the others attack.
,, Let's see James, which kingdom is stronger, Frankia or Encharthia '' Axel said as he went to strike James
,, You are no match for me, I will stop you '' James said as he stopped Axel's sword and began to push him back. Then James used his second sword to make Axel to fall and soon his sword was right above Axel's chest.
,, Ready to surrender'' James asked
,, This can't be happening '' Axel said
,, Guys, I found it, I found the shard '' Sofia said as she was running towards James
,, Sofia, stay there '' James said as Axel step up and threw James away. He went straight for Sofia to take the shard. But James ran and pushed her behind him, stopping Axel, after he trough a punch in him and pushed him back, forcing him to fall on the ground. When Axel fall, Berthina looked to him and she was stroke by Elizabeth's staff and threw beside him.
,, Surrender '' Elizabeth said to her
,, No way, you might have won this battle, but you haven't won the war '' Berthina said as she used a teleportation spell to get her and Axel out of there
,, Where did they go '' James asked
,, They might have returned where Desmond and Alexander are, we need to get there '' Elizabeth said
,, Let's roll, Desmond can be in trouble '' Sofia said
They began to run back to Desmond and the rest of their team. First they found Hugo and the rest.
,, So, did you get the shard '' Hugo asked as they approached them
,, Yes, but no time to talk, Desmond can be in danger, we need to go '' Sofia said
,, Ok, let's go '' Amber said as all began to run back to the carriages
Meanwhile, Desmond and Alexander both fell on the ground. They were giving everything they got to defeat the other.
,, You, you are strong, but not like me '' Alexander said as he tried to rise from the ground
,, Same for you, but this time, I will win '' Desmond said as he stood up, ran towards Alexander and rose the sword to strike his enemy. Alexander raised his sword but as Desmond hit Alexander's sword with his, the sword broke, and the shattered pieces scatter all over the place. Desmond used the opportunity to strike Alexander multiple times before throwing him on the ground. But Berthina with Axel appeared and Berthina used a wind spell to throw Desmond onto a rock wall behind him, making him to fall unconscious.
,, Time to finish him, to avenge Alexander '' Axel said
,, No time for this, Sofia and Elizabeth are coming and we are weak now, we have to leave now '' Berthina said as Axel carried Alexander in the carriage and left the island
Soon Sofia and the rest catch up and went to see how it's Desmond.
,, Desmond, please wake up '' Vivian said as she was keeping his head on her knees
,, He was hit hard, but he will be fine '' Elizabeth said
,, Alexander did this to him '' James asked
,, No, I doubt it, look over here, there are pieces of a broken sword, probably Alexander's sword '' Elizabeth said
,, So you are saying that Desmond defeated Alexander '' Hugo asked
,, Indeed, but probably he was attacked by Berthina and Axel. No time to talk, let's head back to your kingdom '' Elizabeth said
,, All right. James, Hugo, carry Desmond in the carriage, we are leaving '' Sofia said
They soon left the island. The first victory came at a price, Desmond's sacrifice. They know that they will have to encounter Berthina and Axel again many times before this quest will be over. The fate or everything they love on the known earth hangs in the battle. Sofia must now find a way to secure the other shards for the amulet in order to remake it. But what Sofia doesn't know is that in order to remake the amulet a certain sacrifice need to be done. Soon she will find out, and James won't like the sacrifice that they will have to do in order to remake the amulet.
For now, they will enjoy their victory, and begin to search for other shards, as they still have 9 shards to recover. The battle for the first shard is over, the battle for the entire amulet is about to begin. Their fate now hangs on the power of their friendship, trustworthiness and above all love. In this way, a new power emerges in the world….