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The New Dawn

The Final Wish

By Peter IdowuPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
The New Dawn
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez 🇨🇦 on Unsplash

I decided to make a wish for the new year 2024. I knew it was a long shot, since the world was in a mess. But I still hoped for a miracle, and I wanted to see a change, even if it was for the last time. I had written down my wish, a simple but sincere one, that matched my dreams and desires. I had folded it into a paper crane, and placed it on my windowsill. I had whispered it to the stars, and hoped they would listen.

I went to bed, and fell asleep. I dreamed of a better world, a world where there was no war, no hunger, no disease, no hate, no fear, no pain. A world where there was peace, love, joy, health, wealth, and happiness. A world where everyone was free, equal, and kind. A world where I was not alone, but surrounded by friends and family. A world where I was happy.

I woke up, and opened my eyes. I saw the sun, rising over the horizon, casting a golden glow over the sky. I saw the birds, flying in the air, singing a cheerful song. I saw the flowers, blooming in the garden, spreading a sweet fragrance. I saw the people, walking on the street, smiling and greeting each other. I saw the world, alive and beautiful, full of hope and wonder.

I got up, and looked at my windowsill. I saw the paper crane, still there, but glowing with a faint light. I picked it up, and unfolded it. I read my wish, and gasped. It said:

"I wish for a new dawn, a new beginning, a new life. I wish for happiness, health, and wealth. I wish for magic, adventure, and fantasy. I wish for a new world, a new year, a new me."

I felt a surge of energy, coursing through my veins. I felt a change, happening in my body. I felt a transformation, taking place in my soul. I felt a new dawn, breaking in my heart.

I looked at myself, and saw a new me. I saw a new face, a new hair, a new skin. I saw a new outfit, a new style, a new flair. I saw a new power, a new gift, a new skill. I saw a new identity, a new name, a new role.

I was no longer a human, but a fairy. I was no longer a nobody, but a hero. I was no longer a dreamer, but a doer.

I heard a voice, calling my name. I turned, and saw a portal, opening in the wall. I saw a light, shining from the other side. I saw a figure, waving at me. I saw a friend, waiting for me.

He was a fairy too, but a different kind. He had wings, horns, and a tail. He had a sword, a shield, and a cloak. He had a smile, a wink, and a charm. He had a mission, a quest, and a destiny.

He said his name was Leo, and he was here to take me to the new world. He said it was a world of magic, adventure, and fantasy. He said it was a world where I could be happy, healthy, and wealthy. He said it was a world where I could make a difference, have fun, and be myself.

He said he was my partner, my guide, and my friend. He said he was my protector, my helper, and my lover. He said he was my soulmate, my twin flame, and my true love.

He said he was the one who made my wish come true. He said he was the one who brought me the new dawn. He said he was the one who gave me the new life.

He said he loved me, always and forever.

He asked me if I wanted to join him. I said yes. He took my hand, and pulled me to the portal. He told me to hold on, and not to be afraid. He told me to trust him, and follow him. He told me to love him, and be with him.

We jumped into the portal, and left the old world behind. We entered the new world, and embraced the new year ahead. We started the new life, and lived the new dream.

We lived, and we loved.

AdventureFantasyStream of Consciousness

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Peter Idowu

Hi, I'm Peter, a content writer. I love to explore various topics and share my insights with you. Whether it's life hacks, arts, culture, or anything in between. If you like my content, please follow me and leave a comment. Happy reading!

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  • Test2 years ago

    great read Keep up the superb work

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