The Phoenix Feather
A medieval fantasy short story
In the kingdom of Eldoria, a young princess named Seraphina was renowned for her beauty but cursed with a frail body.
Desperate to be strong like her siblings, she ventured into the Forbidden Forest in search of the legendary Phoenix Feather, said to grant eternal strength.
After days of perilous journeying, Seraphina found the Phoenix. “Please, grant me your feather,” she pleaded.
The Phoenix, with eyes of molten gold, replied, “Strength comes not from a feather but from within. To earn my gift, you must prove your inner strength.”
Determined, Seraphina faced the forest’s trials: rescuing trapped creatures, braving treacherous paths, and outwitting dark spirits. Each challenge tested her courage, wisdom, and compassion.
Upon completing the trials, the Phoenix presented her with a single, flaming feather. “You have shown true strength, Princess. This feather is a symbol, but your real power lies within you.”
Seraphina returned to Eldoria, her heart and spirit stronger than ever. She ruled with wisdom and compassion, teaching her people that true strength comes from inner courage and kindness.
About the Creator
Santiago Schwarzstein
I like to tell stories.
Keep reading
More stories from Santiago Schwarzstein and writers in Fiction and other communities.
Golden Summer
The marigold had the finest dance in the garden. No withering sport was she. In fact she had plenty for her amusement. Her growth upward was when her head was met one day by a butterfly, a flowering thing herself. There was a cheerful holler followed by the light thumping of feet on the lawn as they tried to catch it. The marigold yawned.
By Canuck Scriber L.Lachapelle Author3 days ago in Fiction
Comments (1)
What a mesmerising fiction.