The Love From Vengeance

247: WITH THE HOPE

ARIEL’S POV

the show, the magician approached us and handed Janice a small, glittering wand. Here you go, little one. This special wand will make all your wishes come

true.”

Janice’s eyes lit up with excitement as she held onto the wand tightly. “Thank you so much, Mr. Magician!”

He winked at her and turned to us. “And for you, my dear parents, a little bit of magic as well.” He snapped his fingers, and suddenly a bouquet of flowers appeared in Luke’s hand.

We all gasped in amazement, and Janice squealed with delight. “Wow, how did you do that?”

The magician chuckled. “It’s all just a little bit of magic, my dear.”

My eyes were still wide with surprise.

“That was….”

“Amazing? Sensational? Remarkable? Monumental?” The magician spoke, moving his hands dramatically in the air.

“But seriously, man, how did you do that?” Luke asked.

“I’ve told you already; it’s magic. And you need to have love.

“The love?”

“Yes, love is a powerful emotion that has the ability to bring people together, heal wounds, and create happiness. It’s often described as a feeling that cannot be explained, a force that is beyond our understanding.”

Luke and I looked at each other.

if we can conquer any challenge that comes our way. It is a force that can transcend time and distance and bring people together regardless of

definitely right about that,” Luke

chuckled, shaking my head.

Was

to perfect my tricks and often felt discouraged by the lack of progress. There were moments when I wanted to give up and pursue a different career path. But just when about to throw in the towel, hope came in the form of a mentor who believed in

a nice thing to talk about.”

is about hope. Whatever you think of doing, do it. Put all the doubts aside. Hope,

said, patting his shoulder. “Your

magic.” He snapped his fingers, and immediately, smoke popped up in front of him. We had to cover our eyes, but we didn’t see him anymore

time we leave the park, don’t you think?” Luke set his eyes on me.

“Sure, let’s leave.”

going home now?” Janice asked, making a sad face. It seemed she wasn’t ready to put an end to the fun

really. I still have a few places to take

“Yes!”

the park, Janice was still talking about the magician

words about having a few more places

we made our way down the street, Janice skipped and hopped beside me, still talking about the magician and his tricks. I couldn’t help but give her a

we going

our

not too far from

of candy. “Yess! I love candy!” she exclaimed,

head. “No doubt about that.”

candy store, and Janice’s excitement only grew as she saw the colorful displays of candies and chocolates. Luke and I watched as she ran around the

the store, tightly holding her bag of goodies. But as she turned a corner, she accidentally bumped into a little boy who was

his lollipop fell to the

to defend her, but Janice spoke up

clumsy; you’re just in my way!” She retorted, her hands