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Every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky.

Magical story

By SarahPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
Every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky.
Photo by Mike Enerio on Unsplash

Once upon a time, in a world where magic was real, there was a small village nestled at the foot of a great mountain. The villagers were hardworking and peaceful people, but they were also very superstitious. They believed that every night at midnight, the purple clouds came out to dance with the blushing sky and that this was a sign of good luck.

No one knew exactly why the clouds danced, but the villagers had all sorts of theories. Some believed that the clouds were the spirits of their ancestors, who came out to watch over them and bring them good fortune. Others thought that the clouds were the messengers of the gods, who were sending them a message of hope and joy.

One night, a young girl named Lila decided to investigate the phenomenon for herself. She had always been curious about the world beyond her village, and she was determined to discover the truth about the dancing clouds.

As midnight approached, Lila sneaked out of her house and made her way up the mountain. The climb was steep and treacherous, but she was fueled by her sense of adventure and her desire to uncover the mystery of the dancing clouds.

Finally, she reached the top of the mountain, and there she saw a sight that took her breath away. The sky was a deep shade of purple, and the clouds were swirling and twirling in a mesmerizing dance. Lila could feel the magic in the air, and she knew that this was no ordinary phenomenon.

Suddenly, she heard a voice behind her. "You have come a long way to see us, little one," the voice said. "What brings you to our dance?"

Lila turned around and saw a beautiful woman standing behind her. The woman was dressed in flowing purple robes, and her hair was as black as the night sky.

"I came to see the dancing clouds," Lila said, her heart pounding with excitement.

The woman smiled. "Ah, the dancing clouds," she said. "They are a sight to behold, are they not?"

Lila nodded eagerly.

The woman gestured for her to come closer. "Come, child, and dance with us."

Lila hesitated for a moment, but then she took a step forward. As she did, the clouds parted, and a beam of moonlight shone down on her. Suddenly, she felt lighter than air, and she began to dance with the clouds.

It was a magical dance, full of joy and wonder. Lila felt as though she was flying, and she could see the world below her in a whole new light. The stars twinkled like diamonds, and the mountains looked like great sleeping beasts.

As the dance came to an end, the woman placed her hand on Lila's shoulder. "You have been blessed, little one," she said. "Remember this moment always, and carry the magic with you wherever you go."

With that, the woman disappeared, and Lila was left alone on the mountaintop. She looked up at the sky and saw that the clouds had gone, but the memory of the dance remained.

From that night on, Lila was a changed girl. She carried the magic of the dancing clouds with her wherever she went, and she shared the story with everyone she met. The villagers marveled at her tale, and they began to see the world in a new light.

And every night at midnight, they would look up at the sky and remember the dancing clouds, and they would feel a sense of wonder and hope that they had never known before. For they knew that in a world where magic was real, anything was possible.

Thank you!!!

short story

About the Creator

Sarah

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