Just you wait, Vincent. I'll prove my worth. Not just to you, but to everyone in the village and all those who never had faith. I won't let my parents and Magnor down. I will show them that unicorns can be badass too.
My Familiar Partner and Best Friend
~SIA~
Bru-ree?
"I'm working on it," I replied, scanning the remaining set of instructions. I nodded to myself, closing the maroon book and rising to my feet. I cracked my neck, shaking out the nerves in my system.
We'd been trying to complete this method for years, but had been unsuccessful. Now with the new books that Magnor gave Celestia and me, I had a good feeling I'd be able to achieve it. At least if I accomplished this, Celestia wouldn't have any problems doing the same.
I looked up to Arielle who was perched on a branch. She flapped her wings, hopping off and settling on the ground before me.
"You ready? This could potentially go horribly wrong like the other attempts, but I'll try to spare a little magic and get Magnor to change you back if it doesn't work. Deal?" I asked.
"BRU-REE!" she replied happily, hopping left and right.
I grinned, kneeling down to pet her head. "You know, you've been more than just a familiar to Celestia and me. We love you as our family. You’re the best friend we always wished to have. Even if this thing works, you won't stay in your human familiar form for long, but I know Celestia and I will work twice as hard to get stronger. Then maybe one day, you can stay in that form and mingle with us whenever you want," I explained.
She eyed me carefully, hopping over to rub her head against my outstretched hand.
"Bru," she chirped softly.
"I love you more. Never leave us, okay?" I whispered.
She fluttered her wings, puffing her body as if she was mad at me for even thinking such a thing.
I laughed. "Yes, I know you'll never leave me. C'mon, let’s get this over with." I rose back up, moving a few steps back to give Arielle space. Last time, I'd accidentally changed her into an elephant because I'd gotten distracted and was wondering if we had any in this dimension after having read about them.
I took a deep breath, exhaling slowly and letting my magic begin to pool around me. The wind picked up immediately, beginning to circle around me. I squeezed my eyes shut, scrunching my face in concentration.
I imagined Arielle in a human form. She'd have curly, strawberry pink locks, with the bottom half a teal color. Her eyes would be amber, reflecting her phoenix nature. She'd be taller than me, standing at six-two and would be able to summon her blazing wings on command. She'd have a small waist, medium breasts and curvy hips. She'd be powerful and with my help could cast magic just like me. Most important, she'd be true to herself and have a confident personality, preventing anyone from taking advantage of her when she was in this form. She'd only listen to my command, but have her own mind to make her own decisions.
I gritted my teeth at the flow of magic that drained out of me, aiming it into Arielle. I could hear her chirps, but I ignored them. I knew if I got distracted for even five seconds, I wouldn't be able to achieve this.
"CHANGEANDO ROSOLOFREE!" I chanted, spreading my fingers out and allowing the remainder of magic to surge out of me to finalize the spell.
I fought to stay standing, feeling the world spin even with my eyes closed. I bit my lip, ignoring the way my legs trembled. I wouldn't pass out until I knew it worked.
The forest was silent, making me wonder if I'd failed. I opened my eyes, but was greeted with a blurry scene, the world still spinning.Shit...
I fell forward, but the ground didn't cushion my fall. Instead, something warm caught me. I took a deep inhale, the scent of rosemary greeted me; the scent reminded me of Arielle and her obsession with gathering the herb.
"You said you'd save some energy, idiot."
I grinned. A weak giggle escaped me at the harsh, but gentle high-pitched voice. I opened my eyes; stunning amber eyes looked down to meet my gaze. I hadn't realized I was resting on the ground; the female from my imagination cradled me in an embrace.
"Admit it. I'm awesome," I voiced.
Arielle rolled her eyes, but looked worried as she continued to stare down at me.
"I should get you to Magnor. You’re pale as a sheet. We have school tomorrow," she reminded.
I gave a slight shrug. "Don't care. It worked. Celestia will be proud," I pointed out, closing my eyes.
"Yup. Total idiot," she replied.
"I figured you'd be the type to say the opposite of what you felt," I mumbled, smiling. I opened my eyes to see her rosy cheeks flush as she blinked, looking confused.