The Guardians of Olympia: Two Times Short Stories - Paperback

by Niki Lambropoulos (Author)

Two Times Short Stories

Every tree regenerating after wildfires and bending in flood and storm, every flower blooming through cracks in stone, every person rising with open hands - each whispers a story of resilience: love is not just a feeling but a force. In TRUE FOREST MAGIC, Alexandra, a stubborn, brave explorer, holds the helm of a quaint, ancient Greek ship. She steers the huge trireme through sand waves and heavy rain in the Ancient Olympia Forest, navigating the thunderstorms and a catastrophic flood that followed the wildfires. The forest animals are in danger, trying to escape the torrent's rush. She can't make it on her own. In this desperate situation, unexpected help comes from above. It's Meg, a tiny robin. Among thunder and heavy rain, Alexandra and little Meg get all the animals onboard, saving everybody from the fury of the storm. On their way home, the forest reveals its magical restorative powers to her.

Welcome to AIRBALL 2045! Airball isn't just any competition; it's a legendary event. We're talking about the twenty best Airball athletes, all 17 and under, battling it out for ultimate glory. These incredibly talented young folks are split into five teams: Athena, Hermes, Icarus, Hercules, and Demeter. Each team's got two boys and two girls, showing off a perfect mix of skill and teamwork. Their big challenge? Outsmarting Jakie, the legendary five-headed holographic gamekeeper, Cerberus himself! He guards the Crypte, the goalpost Gate, with an almost spooky precision, able to snag anything that moves in his territory. Scoring past him is a monumental task, believe me. To win, a team must score five times, making those five triangles light up in a blaze of triumph. Pulling that off doesn't just make them champions; it unlocks the secret code "PEACE" and throws open the Gate! But here's the thing: the stakes are ridiculously high. Not everyone plays by the rules, and when they don't, well, there are always consequences.