Chapter two :The Mysterious energy.
Aliya's 16th birthday dawned, casting a warm glow over Aethereia. Elara prepared a special celebration, while Naomi buzzed with excitement.
"Happy birthday, Aliya!" Naomi exclaimed, teleporting into Aliya's room.
Aliya laughed, accustomed to Naomi's sudden appearances. "Thanks, sis!"
As they descended to the kitchen, Aliya noticed a peculiar sensation – a gentle humming, like the quiet buzzing of a harp string. It was faint, but unmistakable.
"Naomi, do you feel that?" Aliya asked.
Naomi concentrated. "Feel what?"
Aliya hesitated. "Never mind. It's probably nothing."
The birthday celebration unfolded with Elara's loving touches. Aliya's favorite dishes, decorated candles, and heartfelt gifts filled the morning.
As they sat down to eat, Aliya's fingers began to tingle. The humming intensified, resonating through her entire body. She felt...different.
"Elara, I think something's happening," Aliya whispered.
Elara's eyes locked onto Aliya's. "What is it, dear?"
The words caught in Aliya's throat. "I...I don't know."
Suddenly, a nearby candle flame flickered wildly, dancing in rhythm with Aliya's heartbeat. Naomi gasped.
"Aliya, your eyes!" Naomi exclaimed.
Aliya's irises shimmered, radiating an ethereal glow. The humming swelled, enveloping the room.
Elara rose, her hands extended. "Aliya, focus!"
Aliya's vision blurred. She felt herself being pulled toward an unseen force. The room began to spin.
"Aliya, come back!" Elara called, her voice distant.
Aliya's world went dark.
_The Vision_
Aliya found herself standing amidst a swirling vortex. Images flashed before her:
A city in ruins
A figure cloaked in shadows
A glowing artifact
The visions vanished as suddenly as they appeared.
Aliya opened her eyes to find herself back in the kitchen, Elara and Naomi hovering over her.
"Aliya, what happened?" Elara asked, concern etched on her face.
Aliya struggled to articulate the experience. "I saw...things."
Naomi's eyes sparkled. "Was it a prophecy?"
Elara's expression turned thoughtful. "Perhaps."
As the day progressed, Aliya's sensations intensified. The humming persisted, a constant reminder that something within her stirred.
That evening, Elara revealed an ancient tome hidden within their library. Yellowed pages revealed cryptic passages:
"When powers converge,
The Unseen shall rise.
Aethereia's fate,
In Aliya's hands."
Aliya's heart pounded. "What does it mean?"
Elara's eyes locked onto hers. "We'll uncover the truth, together."
The night drew to a close, Aliya's mind reeling with questions.
_Chapter 2 End_