'Yes, Lylah, I want you to open it now,' she smiles.

　　I slowly lift the lid to see a brown wooden wand. The handle has intricate patterns carved into it, 'Is this a wand?' I ask in awe.

　　Mother nods her head.

　　I take the wand from the box, hold it to the light, inspect it, and nod.

　　'Thanks, Mum, I love it,' I say and hug her.

　　'Let's try it out,' she says and sits next to the spellbook and candle next to the floor. I sit back in front of the candle. Instead of using the spell to dim the flame, I try the opposite spell to make...