Dreams Aren't Always What They Seem

Adrift in a tunnel of darkness and light,
She ponders the destination of her plight.
Entering the brightness at the end,
She wonders if she'll meet foe or friend.

Flowers surrounded Jenna acre after acre.
The sweet aroma didn't escape her.
Insects flew around her with shimmering wings,
But they were not insects but fairies who sing.

They told her of her spectacular gift,
The ability to manipulate the quantum rift.
Faires told her of her fantastical dreams,
That they were not just dreams, as it seemed.

For they were connections to different realms,
Though they were real, don't let it overwhelm.
But enjoy the travels that your powers bestow,
With each trip, your abilities will grow.

But not all trips were happiness and sunshine,
She went to a place that sent chills down her spine.
Darkness enveloped her fully in this land,
A world of rock, the scenery gray, and bland.

A fear surrounded her, leaving her weak.
Jenna tried hard, but could not speak.
Paralyzed and frozen right on the spot,
When giants with weapons fired a shot.

The red-hot laser shot right by her feet,
Then they grabbed her, without missing a beat.
They dragged her down into the cave cell,
Where beside her other prisoners dwelled.

Taken from her cell, she was thrown into a chair,
Then strapped in tightly with a great deal of care.
In walked the pompous King, a malevolent creature,
He said he'd steal her powers with this procedure.

Electrodes were placed all over her head,
When he flipped the switch, it filled her with dread.
Her head started to tingle, then turned numb,
She knew it wouldn't be long before she succumbed.

With a zap, a magical army filled the room,
Led by the Fairy Queen to save her from doom.
They imprisoned the King, and set the world free,
Joy and happiness returned with a great deal of glee.


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