Tonight, we’ll read the final part to the Romanian fairy tale “The Fairy of the Dawn.” The first part to this story aired in the previous episode. Snoozecast first read this story back in January of 2022.

In the first part of our story, we are introduced to a king with three sons: Florea, Costan, and the youngest, Petru. Petru stands apart from his brothers—not for his strength or bravery, but for his gentle and playful spirit. While Florea and Costan pursue traditional ideals of heroism, Petru is more inclined to singing, laughing, and exploring the joys of life. Yet when their father pleads for help in seeking the magical spring of the Fairy of the Dawn, it is Petru who ultimately accepts the call to adventure.

Petru’s journey is made possible by a valiant and wise horse, whose loyalty and clever advice prove indispensable as they navigate the perilous fairy world. Together, they face trials that test Petru’s courage and resolve, as he ventures into realms both wondrous and dangerous.

His path is fraught with fierce battles against dragons and cunning goblins, challenges that force him to grow into the hero he never imagined himself to be. Along the way, Petru’s actions ripple outward, leaving the kingdom better and more harmonious than he found it, even as he continues onward toward the spring and his ultimate destiny.

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