The Girl in Tower Seven

A YA Fantasy Short Story

Welcome to Xembore Academy, a magical school for orphans, located in the belly of an ancient castle, where some of the strangest stories unfold.

Professor Oublie, a wise wizard, had one very controversial belief that he passed on to each new student who passed through the academy’s ancient and mysterious halls: "Love is more powerful than magic."

One of his students, Armen, is compelled to explore dangerous corners of the castle, where a young girl named Leena has been frozen in time, held captive by an evil witch.

Knowing he may never return from the witch’s lair, Armen will either ignore his heart, or embark on this perilous journey.

If he cannot overcome the evil witch’s curse, neither love nor magic will save him.

The Girl in Tower Seven is a short story packed with action, intrigue, and a sweet bond between two magical students.

©2023 Ali Choucri (P)2023 Ali Choucri