Aurora Nightingale's dreams come true when she receives an acceptance to the prestigious Arcane Academy of Sorcery, the most renowned school for mages in the mortal lands. Raised on captivating tales of dragons and wonder by her late mother, Aurora is determined to follow in her footsteps and achieve greatness in the world of sorcery. As she steps into the hallowed halls of the academy, Aurora finds herself swept up in a whirlwind of enchantment and possibility. But beneath the surface of the academy lies a realm of secrets and intrigue. Aurora soon discovers that her mother's legacy is more complex than she ever imagined, enshrouded in mystery and shadow. As she delves deeper into her family's past, Aurora unlocks a hidden strength within herself and uncovers haunting clues about her mother's execution, and the disappearance of the dragons. Determined to unravel the truth, Aurora embarks on a perilous journey of discovery fraught with danger and mystery. Along the way, she must confront powerful enemies, forge unlikely alliances, and ultimately embrace her destiny as a sorceress with the fate of the magical world in her hands. Can she unlock the secrets of the past and restore balance to the realm, or will the darkness consume everything she holds dear? [word count: ~5900] ***UNEDITED, will be edited upon completion of the first draft