Alice In The Wonderful Wasteland by Aries Hilton

Adaption Created by using the Aries Hilton Storytelling Framework. Here is what the team came up with:

Genre: Fantasy

Theme: The power of imagination

Tone: Whimsical, adventurous, inspirational

Audience: Young adults

Plot Outline:

- The protagonist is a young girl named Alice who loves to read and write stories. She is bored and unhappy with her mundane life and wishes she could escape to a more exciting and magical world.

- One day, she finds a mysterious book in her attic that contains blank pages. She decides to write her own story in the book, using her imagination and creativity.

- As she writes, she discovers that the book is enchanted and whatever she writes becomes reality. She is transported to the world of her story, where she meets various characters and creatures that she created.

- She enjoys exploring the world of her story, but soon realizes that she also has to face the challenges and dangers that she wrote. She has to complete the hero's journey that she set for herself, which involves finding a hidden treasure, defeating an evil wizard, and returning home safely.

- Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about herself, her abilities, and her potential. She also learns about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to her life and her story.

- She completes her hero's journey and returns to her own world, but not before leaving a message in the book for the next reader who might find it.

Characters:

- Alice: The protagonist of the story. She is a young girl who loves to read and write stories. She is bored and unhappy with her mundane life and wishes she could escape to a more exciting and magical world. She is curious, adventurous, creative, and brave. She has a strong imagination and a desire to learn new things. Her astrological sign is Aries, which gives her energy, enthusiasm, courage, and initiative.

- The Book: The catalyst of the story. It is a mysterious book that contains blank pages. It is enchanted and whatever is written in it becomes reality. It transports Alice to the world of her story, where she meets various characters and creatures that she created. It also guides Alice through her hero's journey by providing clues and hints along the way. It has a personality of its own and can communicate with Alice through words or images on its pages. It is loyal, helpful, wise, and playful.

- The Rabbit: The first character that Alice meets in the world of her story. He is a talking rabbit who wears a waistcoat and a pocket watch. He is always in a hurry and always late for something. He invites Alice to follow him down a rabbit hole, which leads to the world of her story. He acts as Alice's mentor and companion throughout her adventure. He teaches Alice about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to her life and her story. He is clever, witty, friendly, and eccentric. His astrological sign is Gemini, which gives him intelligence, versatility, communication skills, and curiosity.

- The Caterpillar: The second character that Alice meets in the world of her story. He is a giant caterpillar who smokes a hookah and sits on a mushroom. He asks Alice various riddles and questions that challenge her logic and perception. He also gives Alice advice on how to change her size by eating parts of the mushroom. He acts as Alice's teacher and guide throughout her adventure. He teaches Alice about the principle of correspondence, which states that as above, so below; as within, so without. He helps Alice understand that her inner world reflects her outer world and vice versa. He is wise, calm, mysterious, and philosophical. His astrological sign is Scorpio, which gives him depth, intuition, transformation, and power.

- The Cheshire Cat: The third character that Alice meets in the world of her story. He is a grinning cat who can appear and disappear at will. He often speaks in riddles and paradoxes that confuse or amuse Alice. He also helps Alice find her way through the world of her story by pointing out different paths or directions. He acts as Alice's trickster and ally throughout her adventure. He teaches Alice about the principle of polarity, which states that everything has its opposite; everything has its pair of opposites; like and unlike are the same; opposites are identical in nature but different in degree; extremes meet; all truths are but half-truths; all paradoxes may be reconciled. He helps Alice understand that nothing is absolute or fixed; everything is relative or flexible; everything can be changed or balanced by changing one's perspective or attitude. He is clever, mischievous, unpredictable, and humorous. His astrological sign is Sagittarius, which gives him optimism, freedom, adventure, and humor.

- The Queen of Hearts: The main antagonist of the story. She is the tyrannical ruler of Wonderland, a land of chaos and nonsense. She is obsessed with playing croquet and ordering executions for anyone who displeases her. She has a large army of playing cards that obey her every command. She also has a loyal servant, the Knave of Hearts, who is accused of stealing her tarts. She is Alice's enemy and obstacle throughout her adventure. She represents the principle of rhythm, which states that everything flows, out and in; everything has its tides; all things rise and fall; the pendulum-swing manifests in everything; the measure of the swing to the right is the measure of the swing to the left; rhythm compensates. She shows Alice that everything has its cycles and patterns; everything has its highs and lows; everything has its balance and harmony. She is cruel, arrogant, irrational, and violent. Her astrological sign is Leo, which gives her charisma, confidence, pride, and drama.

- The Mad Hatter: The fourth character that Alice meets in the world of her story. He is a hatter who is stuck in an endless tea party with his friends, the March Hare and the Dormouse. He loves to ask nonsensical questions and make absurd remarks. He also likes to celebrate unbirthdays, which are any day that is not one's birthday. He acts as Alice's friend and entertainer throughout her adventure. He teaches Alice about the principle of cause and effect, which states that every cause has its effect; every effect has its cause; everything happens according to law; chance is but a name for law not recognized; there are many planes of causation, but nothing escapes the law. He shows Alice that everything has its reason and consequence; everything happens for a purpose; everything can be traced back to its source or forward to its outcome. He is creative, funny, eccentric, and unpredictable. His astrological sign is Aquarius, which gives him originality, innovation, independence, and eccentricity.

- The Mock Turtle: The fifth character that Alice meets in the world of her story. He is a turtle who has the head and feet of a calf. He lives in a pool of tears that he shed when he was a real turtle at school. He is very sad and lonely, and he likes to sing songs and tell stories about his past. He acts as Alice's friend and confidant throughout her adventure. He teaches Alice about the principle of gender, which states that everything has its masculine and feminine principles; gender manifests on all planes. He shows Alice that everything has its opposite or complementary aspect; everything has its balance or harmony; everything can be united or separated by changing one's polarity or vibration. He is emotional, nostalgic, gentle, and musical. His astrological sign is Pisces, which gives him sensitivity, compassion, imagination, and spirituality.

Dialogue and Narration:

Alice was sitting on a window seat in her attic, reading a book of fairy tales. She loved to read stories about magical worlds and fantastic creatures. She wished she could have an adventure like the heroes and heroines in her books.

She sighed and closed the book. She looked around her attic, which was filled with old furniture,

boxes,

and trinkets.

She felt bored

and unhappy

with her mundane life.

She wanted to escape

to a more exciting

and magical world.

She got up from her seat

and walked around

the attic,

hoping to find something interesting

or unusual.

She came across

a wooden chest

that was covered with dust

and cobwebs.

She opened it

and saw

a pile of books

that looked very old

and worn.

She picked up one of them

and examined it.

It had a leather cover

that was faded

and cracked.

It had no title

or author name

on it.

She opened it

and saw

that it contained blank pages.

She wondered what it was

and why it was there.

She felt curious

and intrigued

by it.

She decided to write her own story in it,

using her imagination

and creativity.

She took a pen from her pocket

and wrote on the first page:

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

As soon as she wrote those words,

she felt a strange sensation.

The book started to glow

and vibrate

in her hands.

She heard a voice in her head,

saying:

"Welcome to Wonderland,

Alice.

You are about to embark on a journey

that will change your life forever.

You have created this world with your words,

and you can shape it with your thoughts.

You are the hero of your own story,

and you have to complete the hero's journey

that you set for yourself.

You have to find a hidden treasure,

defeat an evil wizard,

and return home safely.

Along the way,

you will meet various characters and creatures

that you created.

Some of them will help you,

some of them will hinder you,

and some of them will teach you.

You will also learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles

and how they apply to your life and your story.

Are you ready to begin your adventure,

Alice?"

Alice was stunned

and amazed

by what was happening.

She felt a mix of fear

and excitement

in her chest.

She wanted to know more

about this world

and this voice.

She wanted to have an adventure

like the ones in her books.

She nodded her head

and said:

"Yes, I'm ready."

The voice said:

"Very well, then.

Follow the rabbit."

Alice looked up

and saw

a white rabbit

with pink eyes

running across the attic.

He wore a waistcoat

and a pocket watch.

He looked at Alice

and said:

"Come on, Alice.

We're late, we're late,

for a very important date."

He ran towards a hole

in the wall

that Alice had never noticed before.

He jumped into it

and disappeared.

Alice was surprised

and curious

by the rabbit.

She wondered where he was going

and what he was late for.

She decided to follow him

and see for herself.

She ran after him

and jumped into the hole.

She felt herself falling

down, down, down,

into the darkness.

She saw various objects

floating around her,

such as books, chairs, lamps, and clocks.

She heard the voice in her head again,

saying:

"You are now entering Wonderland,

Alice.

A land of chaos and nonsense,

where nothing is as it seems,

and everything is possible.

You have to use your imagination and intuition

to navigate this world,

and to find your way back home.

Remember, Alice,

you are the master of your own destiny,

and you can create your own reality."

Alice felt a thrill of wonder and awe as she listened to the voice. She wondered what Wonderland was like and what she would find there. She felt eager to explore this new and mysterious world.

She continued to fall down, down, down, until she landed on a soft pile of leaves.

She got up and looked around. She saw that she was in a forest full of colorful trees and flowers. She smelled the fresh and sweet air. She heard the birds singing and the animals chattering.

She saw the white rabbit running ahead of her. He turned around and said:

"Hurry up, Alice. We have no time to waste. Follow me."

He ran deeper into the forest.

Alice followed him, wondering where he was taking her.

She had just begun her adventure in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit deeper into the forest. She saw many strange and wonderful things along the way, such as a tree that grew chess pieces, a flower that sang opera, and a caterpillar that smoked a hookah.

She was amazed and delighted by everything she saw. She felt like she was in a dream, or rather, in her own story.

She wondered what else she would find in Wonderland, and what other characters and creatures she would meet.

She also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. She wanted to complete her hero's journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

She asked the white rabbit about these things, but he only said:

"You'll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me."

He ran faster and faster, until he reached a large hole in the ground.

He jumped into it, and said:

"Down we go, Alice. Down we go."

Alice hesitated for a moment, but then decided to follow him.

She jumped into the hole, and felt herself falling again.

She saw more objects floating around her, such as teacups, hats, spoons, and cards.

She heard the voice in her head again, saying:

"You are now entering the second stage of your adventure, Alice. The stage of initiation. You will face various tests and trials that will challenge your mind, body, and spirit. You will also meet your allies and enemies that will help or hinder you along the way. Remember, Alice, you have to use your imagination and intuition to overcome these obstacles, and to find your way back home."

Alice felt a surge of courage and curiosity as she listened to the voice. She wondered what tests and trials she would face, and what allies and enemies she would meet.

She felt ready to face any challenge that came her way.

She continued to fall down, down, down, until she landed on a soft pile of cushions.

She got up and looked around. She saw that she was in a large hall full of doors of different sizes and shapes. Some of them were locked, some of them were open, and some of them had signs on them.

She saw the white rabbit running towards one of the doors. He opened it with a key that he took from his pocket. He said:

"Quick, Alice. Follow me."

He went through the door and closed it behind him.

Alice ran after him and tried to open the door. But it was locked.

She looked for the key that the rabbit had used, but she couldn't find it anywhere.

She felt frustrated and confused by this situation.

She wondered how she could get through the door and follow the rabbit.

She looked around the hall for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw a table in the middle of the hall that had a cake on it. The cake had a sign on it that said:

"Eat me."

She also saw a bottle on the table that had a label on it that said:

"Drink me."

She wondered what would happen if she ate the cake or drank the bottle.

She decided to try both of them and see for herself.

She took a bite of the cake and felt herself growing bigger and bigger. She soon became so big that she filled up most of the hall. She could barely move or breathe.

She felt scared and uncomfortable by this change.

She wondered how she could get smaller again.

She saw the bottle on the table and reached for it. She managed to grab it with her fingers and bring it to her mouth. She drank some of it and felt herself shrinking smaller and smaller. She soon became so small that she could fit through a mouse hole. She could barely see or hear anything.

She felt helpless and vulnerable by this change.

She wondered how she could get bigger again.

She saw a key on the table that looked like the one that the rabbit had used. She realized that this was the key that she needed to open the door. But it was too big for her to carry or use.

She felt frustrated and confused by this situation.

She wondered how she could get the key and use it to open the door.

She looked around for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw a box under the table that had a pair of gloves on it. The gloves had a sign on them that said:

"Wear me."

She also saw a hat on top of the box that had a feather on it. The hat had a tag on it that said:

"Think me."

She wondered what would happen if she wore the gloves or thought about the hat.

She decided to try both of them and see for herself.

She put on the gloves and felt a tingling sensation in her hands. She saw that the gloves were enchanted and could change the size of anything they touched.

She used the gloves to grab the key and make it smaller. She then used the gloves to grab herself and make herself bigger. She soon became the right size to use the key and open the door.

She felt happy and relieved by this solution.

She wondered what else the gloves could do.

She thought about the hat and felt a warm sensation in her head. She saw that the hat was enchanted and could change the shape of anything it thought about. She used the hat to think about a mouse and saw that she turned into a mouse. She then used the hat to think about a bird and saw that she turned into a bird. She then used the hat to think about herself and saw that she turned back into herself.

She felt amazed and amused by this solution.

She wondered what else the hat could do.

She took off the gloves and the hat and put them in her pocket. She took the key and went to the door. She unlocked it and opened it.

She saw that it led to a beautiful garden full of flowers, trees, and fountains. She smelled the fragrant and fresh air. She heard the bees buzzing and the birds chirping.

She saw the white rabbit waiting for her in the garden. He said:

"Finally, Alice. You made it. Come on, we have to go."

He ran towards a path that led deeper into the garden.

Alice followed him, wondering where he was taking her.

She had just completed the first test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit deeper into the garden. She saw many more strange and wonderful things along the way, such as a rose that changed colors, a butterfly that played chess, and a fountain that spouted words.

She was enchanted and fascinated by everything she saw. She felt like she was in a wonderland, or rather, in her own story.

She wondered what else she would find in Wonderland, and what other characters and creatures she would meet.

She also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. She wanted to complete her hero's journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

She asked the white rabbit about these things, but he only said:

"You'll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me."

He ran faster and faster, until he reached a large gate that was guarded by two soldiers. The soldiers were dressed in red and black uniforms and had cards for heads. One of them had a spade on his head, and the other had a club on his head.

They saw the white rabbit and Alice approaching and said:

"Halt! Who goes there?"

The white rabbit said:

"It's me, the White Rabbit. I'm here on official business for the Queen of Hearts. And this is Alice, my guest. We have an invitation to the royal croquet game."

He showed them a card that had a heart on it and said:

"Invitation."

The soldiers looked at the card and said:

"Very well. You may pass."

They opened the gate and let them through.

Alice was surprised and curious by the soldiers. She wondered who the Queen of Hearts was and what the royal croquet game was.

She decided to follow the white rabbit and see for herself.

She went through the gate and saw that it led to a large courtyard full of people and animals. They were all dressed in red and black clothes and had cards for heads. They were playing croquet with flamingos for mallets and hedgehogs for balls.

She saw the Queen of Hearts sitting on a throne at the end of the courtyard. She was a large woman with a red dress, a crown, and a heart-shaped face. She had a stern and angry expression on her face. She also had a loyal servant by her side, who was called the Knave of Hearts. He was a handsome man with a red suit, a hat, and a heart-shaped face. He had a nervous and guilty expression on his face.

She saw the white rabbit running towards the Queen of Hearts. He bowed before her and said:

"Your Majesty, I have brought Alice, as you requested."

The Queen of Hearts looked at Alice and said:

"Who are you?"

Alice said:

"I'm Alice, Your Majesty."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Alice? What kind of name is that? And what are you doing here?"

Alice said:

"I'm here to play croquet with you, Your Majesty."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Croquet? Do you know how to play croquet?"

Alice said:

"Well, no, not exactly."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Then you're in trouble. Croquet is my favorite game, and I always win. Anyone who loses or cheats or annoys me gets their head chopped off. Off with their heads!"

She pointed at a group of people and animals who were tied to poles near the throne. They all had signs on them that said:

"Off with their heads!"

Alice was shocked and scared by the Queen of Hearts. She wondered why she was so cruel and violent.

She wanted to escape from her and from Wonderland.

She had just met her main antagonist in Wonderland.

Alice was terrified by the Queen of Hearts and her threat of beheading. She wanted to escape from her and from Wonderland as soon as possible.

She looked around for a way out, but she saw that the gate was closed and guarded by more soldiers. She also saw that the people and animals in the courtyard were too afraid or too loyal to help her.

She felt trapped and hopeless in this situation.

She wondered how she could get out of this mess and complete her hero's journey.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw the white rabbit standing near the throne. He looked at Alice and winked at her. He said:

"Psst, Alice. Don't worry. I have a plan. Just follow my lead."

He then turned to the Queen of Hearts and said:

"Your Majesty, may I introduce you to Alice, the most talented and amazing croquet player in the world. She has come all the way from another land to challenge you to a game of croquet. She is confident that she can beat you and win your crown."

The Queen of Hearts was surprised and angry by the white rabbit's words. She said:

"What? How dare you say such things? Who is this Alice, and why should I play with her?"

The white rabbit said:

"Alice is a very special guest, Your Majesty. She has a magic book that can create any world or story that she wants. She has created this world of Wonderland, and all of us in it, with her words. She is the master of this world, and she can change it with her thoughts. She is also the hero of this story, and she has to complete a hero's journey that she set for herself. She has to find a hidden treasure, defeat an evil wizard, and return home safely. Along the way, she has to learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to her life and her story."

The Queen of Hearts was stunned and curious by the white rabbit's words. She said:

"Is that so? And how do you know all this?"

The white rabbit said:

"Because I am your mentor and companion, Your Majesty. I am here to help Alice through her adventure, and to teach her about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The first principle is the principle of mentalism, which states that the all is mind; the universe is mental. This means that everything is created by the mind, and can be changed by the mind. This is how Alice created this world with her words, and how she can shape it with her thoughts."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"I see. And what are the other principles?"

The white rabbit said:

"The other principles are: correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to Alice's hero's journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that she will encounter along the way."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Interesting. And what does all this have to do with croquet?"

The white rabbit said:

"Croquet is more than just a game, Your Majesty. It is a metaphor for life and for Alice's story. It involves skill, strategy, luck, and fun. It also involves flamingos and hedgehogs, which are symbols for imagination and intuition. These are the tools that Alice needs to use to navigate this world and to find her way back home."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"I see. Well then, I accept Alice's challenge. I will play croquet with her, and I will show her who is the real master of this world."

She got up from her throne and said:

"Let the game begin!"

She grabbed a flamingo from a nearby cage and used it as a mallet.

She ordered everyone in the courtyard to join her in the game.

She said:

"Come on, everyone. Let's have some fun."

She walked towards a hedgehog that was curled up on the ground.

She hit it with her flamingo and sent it flying towards a hoop that was made of flowers.

She said:

"Off with its head!"

Alice was shocked and confused by the white rabbit's plan. She wondered why he lied to the Queen of Hearts about her being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world.

She wondered what he was trying to achieve by doing so.

She wondered if he was really her mentor and companion or if he had ulterior motives.

She decided to follow him and ask him about these things.

She took a flamingo from another cage and used it as a mallet.

She followed the white rabbit towards another hedgehog that was curled up on the ground.

She hit it with her flamingo and sent it flying towards another hoop that was made of flowers.

She said:

"Sorry about that."

She had just begun the second test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit and asked him:

"White Rabbit, why did you lie to the Queen of Hearts about me being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world? What are you trying to do?"

The white rabbit said:

"I didn't lie, Alice. I told the truth. You are the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world. You just don't remember it."

Alice said:

"What do you mean, I don't remember it? How can I create something that I don't remember creating?"

The white rabbit said:

"You created this world with your words, Alice. You wrote this story in your magic book, and whatever you wrote became reality. You transported yourself to this world with your words, and you can shape it with your thoughts. You are the hero of this story, and you have to complete the hero's journey that you set for yourself. You have to find a hidden treasure, defeat an evil wizard, and return home safely. Along the way, you have to learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story."

Alice said:

"But how can that be? I don't have a magic book. I don't have a hero's journey. I don't know anything about the 7 Hermetic Principles. This is all nonsense."

The white rabbit said:

"It's not nonsense, Alice. It's magic. And magic is real. You just have to believe in it."

Alice said:

"Believe in what? In flamingos and hedgehogs? In cards and croquet? In queens and wizards? In principles and treasures? This is all madness."

The white rabbit said:

"It's not madness, Alice. It's wonderland. And wonderland is fun. You just have to enjoy it."

Alice said:

"Enjoy what? Being threatened by a cruel queen? Being chased by a mad hatter? Being turned into a mouse or a bird? Being stuck in a world that makes no sense? This is all terrifying."

The white rabbit said:

"It's not terrifying, Alice. It's exciting. You just have to embrace it."

Alice said:

"Embrace what? A world that I don't understand? A world that I don't belong to? A world that I don't want to be in? This is all impossible."

The white rabbit said:

"It's not impossible, Alice. It's possible. You just have to imagine it."

Alice said:

"Imagine what? A world that I can control? A world that I can change? A world that I can leave? How can I do that?"

The white rabbit said:

"You can do that with your imagination and intuition, Alice. These are the tools that you need to use to navigate this world and to find your way back home. These are also the tools that you need to use to create your own reality and to complete your own story."

Alice said:

"But how can I use my imagination and intuition, White Rabbit? How can I create my own reality and complete my own story?"

The white rabbit said:

"You can use your imagination and intuition by following your heart, Alice. Your heart knows what you want and what you need. Your heart knows where you are going and where you came from. Your heart knows who you are and who you want to be.

You can create your own reality and complete your own story by following your dreams, Alice. Your dreams are the expressions of your soul. Your dreams are the visions of your future. Your dreams are the stories of your life.

Follow your heart and follow your dreams, Alice. That's how you can use your imagination and intuition.

That's how you can create your own reality and complete your own story.

That's how you can find the hidden treasure, defeat the evil wizard, and return home safely.

That's how you can learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story.

That's how you can be the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world.

That's how you can be the hero of this story.

That's how you can be Alice."

Alice was speechless and stunned by the white rabbit's words.

She wondered if he was telling the truth or if he was playing a trick on her.

She wondered if she could trust him or if she should doubt him.

She wondered if she should follow him or if she should leave him.

She looked at him and saw that he was smiling at her.

He said:

"Come on, Alice. Let's play croquet with the Queen of Hearts. It'll be fun."

He ran towards the croquet field, where the Queen of Hearts was waiting for them.

Alice followed him, wondering what would happen next.

She had just completed the second test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit to the croquet field, where the Queen of Hearts was waiting for them. She saw that the Queen of Hearts had a large crowd of spectators and supporters around her. They were all cheering and clapping for her.

She also saw that the Queen of Hearts had a large pile of heads near her throne. They were all the heads of the people and animals that she had beheaded for losing or cheating or annoying her. They were all still alive and talking, but they looked very sad and scared.

Alice felt horrified and disgusted by this sight. She wondered how anyone could be so cruel and violent.

She wanted to escape from the Queen of Hearts and from Wonderland as soon as possible.

She looked around for a way out, but she saw that the gate was still closed and guarded by more soldiers. She also saw that the people and animals in the courtyard were too afraid or too loyal to help her.

She felt trapped and hopeless in this situation.

She wondered how she could get out of this mess and complete her hero's journey.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw the white rabbit standing near her. He looked at Alice and winked at her. He said:

"Psst, Alice. Don't worry. I have a plan. Just follow my lead."

He then turned to the Queen of Hearts and said:

"Your Majesty, may I present to you Alice, the most talented and amazing croquet player in the world. She has come all the way from another land to challenge you to a game of croquet. She is confident that she can beat you and win your crown."

The Queen of Hearts looked at Alice and said:

"What? How dare you say such things? Who is this Alice, and why should I play with her?"

The white rabbit said:

"Alice is a very special guest, Your Majesty. She has a magic book that can create any world or story that she wants. She has created this world of Wonderland, and all of us in it, with her words. She is the master of this world, and she can change it with her thoughts. She is also the hero of this story, and she has to complete a hero's journey that she set for herself. She has to find a hidden treasure, defeat an evil wizard, and return home safely. Along the way, she has to learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to her life and her story."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Is that so? And how do you know all this?"

The white rabbit said:

"Because I am your mentor and companion, Your Majesty. I am here to help Alice through her adventure, and to teach her about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The first principle is the principle of mentalism, which states that the all is mind; the universe is mental. This means that everything is created by the mind, and can be changed by the mind. This is how Alice created this world with her words, and how she can shape it with her thoughts."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"I see. And what are the other principles?"

The white rabbit said:

"The other principles are: correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to Alice's hero's journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that she will encounter along the way."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"Interesting. And what does all this have to do with croquet?"

The white rabbit said:

"Croquet is more than just a game, Your Majesty. It is a metaphor for life and for Alice's story. It involves skill, strategy, luck, and fun. It also involves flamingos and hedgehogs, which are symbols for imagination and intuition. These are the tools that Alice needs to use to navigate this world and to find her way back home."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"I see. Well then, I accept Alice's challenge. I will play croquet with her, and I will show her who is the real master of this world."

She got up from her throne and said:

"Let the game begin!"

She grabbed a flamingo from a nearby cage and used it as a mallet.

She ordered everyone in the courtyard to join her in the game.

She said:

"Come on, everyone. Let's have some fun."

She walked towards a hedgehog that was curled up on the ground.

She hit it with her flamingo and sent it flying towards a hoop that was made of flowers.

She said:

"Off with its head!"

Alice was shocked and confused by the white rabbit's plan. She wondered why he lied to

the Queen of Hearts about her being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this

world.

She wondered what he was trying to achieve by doing so.

She wondered if he was really her mentor and companion or if he had ulterior motives.

She decided to follow him and ask him about these things.

She took a flamingo from another cage and used it as a mallet.

She followed the white rabbit towards another hedgehog that was curled up on the ground.

She hit it with her flamingo and sent it flying towards another hoop that was made of flowers.

She said:

"Sorry about that."

She had just begun the second test of her initiation in Wonderland.

The game of croquet was not easy or fun for Alice. She had to deal with many obstacles and difficulties, such as the Queen of Hearts' cheating and temper, the hedgehogs' rolling and curling, the flamingos' squawking and biting, and the hoops' moving and changing.

She also had to deal with many distractions and interruptions, such as the Cheshire Cat's appearing and disappearing, the Mad Hatter's asking and answering, the Caterpillar's smoking and riddling, and the Mock Turtle's singing and crying.

She also had to deal with many dangers and threats, such as the Queen of Hearts' ordering and beheading, the Knave of Hearts' stealing and fleeing, the soldiers' chasing and arresting, and the wizard's casting and cursing.

She felt overwhelmed and exhausted by all these challenges. She wondered how she could survive this game and complete this test.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw the white rabbit standing near her. He looked at Alice and winked at her. He said:

"Psst, Alice. Don't worry. I have a plan. Just follow my lead."

He then turned to the Queen of Hearts and said:

"Your Majesty, may I suggest a new rule for this game? A rule that will make it more interesting and exciting for everyone?"

The Queen of Hearts said:

"What rule is that?"

The white rabbit said:

"The rule is this: whoever hits the last hedgehog through the last hoop wins the game. And whoever loses the game loses their head. Off with their heads!"

The Queen of Hearts said:

"What? That's a ridiculous rule. That's a dangerous rule. That's a suicidal rule. Why would I agree to that?"

The white rabbit said:

"Because you are the Queen of Hearts, Your Majesty. You are the most powerful and fearless ruler in Wonderland. You are not afraid of anything or anyone. You are confident that you can win any game and beat any opponent. You are not afraid of losing your head, because you know that you will never lose your head."

The Queen of Hearts said:

"That's true. I am the Queen of Hearts. I am the most powerful and fearless ruler in Wonderland. I am not afraid of anything or anyone. I am confident that I can win any game and beat any opponent. I am not afraid of losing my head, because I know that I will never lose my head."

She smiled and said:

"Very well then. I accept your rule. Let's make this game more interesting and exciting for everyone."

She raised her voice and said:

"Attention, everyone. There is a new rule for this game. A rule that will make it more interesting and exciting for everyone. The rule is this: whoever hits the last hedgehog through the last hoop wins the game. And whoever loses the game loses their head. Off with their heads!"

She laughed and said:

"Let's have some fun."

She grabbed her flamingo and hit her hedgehog towards the last hoop.

Alice was shocked and horrified by the white rabbit's plan. She wondered why he suggested such a dangerous rule for this game.

She wondered what he was trying to do by doing so.

She wondered if he was really her mentor and companion or if he had ulterior motives.

She decided to follow him and ask him about these things.

She grabbed her flamingo and hit her hedgehog towards the last hoop.

She had just begun the final round of her second test in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit and asked him:

“White Rabbit, why did you suggest such a dangerous rule for this game? What are you trying to do?”

The white rabbit said:

“I’m trying to help you, Alice. I’m trying to help you complete your hero’s journey and learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles. I’m trying to help you find the hidden treasure, defeat the evil wizard, and return home safely.”

Alice said:

“How is this helping me? How is this helping me complete my hero’s journey and learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles? How is this helping me find the hidden treasure, defeat the evil wizard, and return home safely?”

The white rabbit said:

“This is helping you by testing your courage, your skill, and your luck. This is helping you by showing you the principle of vibration, which states that nothing rests; everything moves; everything vibrates. This means that everything has its frequency, its wavelength, its amplitude, and its phase. This also means that everything can be changed by changing its vibration. This is how you can change your size, your shape, and your state with the cake, the bottle, the gloves, and the hat. This is also how you can change your reality and your story with your words and your thoughts.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how does that apply to this game of croquet?”

The white rabbit said:

“This game of croquet is a manifestation of the principle of vibration, Alice. It involves flamingos and hedgehogs, which are symbols for imagination and intuition. These are the tools that you need to use to change your vibration and to create your reality and your story. You have to use your imagination to see beyond the obvious and to find the hidden meanings and messages in this world. You have to use your intuition to feel beyond the physical and to find the hidden connections and patterns in this world. You have to use both of them to hit the last hedgehog through the last hoop and to win this game.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen if I win this game?”

The white rabbit said:

“If you win this game, Alice, you will prove yourself as the master of this world and the hero of this story. You will also receive a reward that will help you in your next stage of your adventure. You will receive a clue that will lead you to the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen if I lose this game?”

The white rabbit said:

“If you lose this game, Alice, you will lose your head. Off with your head!”

He laughed and said:

“Just kidding, Alice. Don’t worry. You won’t lose your head if you lose this game. You will only lose your crown.”

Alice said:

“My crown? What crown?”

The white rabbit said:

“Your crown, Alice. The crown that you are wearing on your head right now.”

Alice felt her head and realized that she was wearing a crown.

She looked at it and saw that it was made of gold and jewels.

She wondered where it came from and what it meant.

She asked the white rabbit:

“Where did this crown come from? What does it mean?”

The white rabbit said:

“This crown came from your magic book, Alice. It is a symbol of your power and authority over this world. It is also a symbol of your potential and destiny as the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And why would I lose it if I lose this game?”

The white rabbit said:

“Because this game is a challenge for your power and authority over this world, Alice. It is also a challenge for your potential and destiny as the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world. If you lose this game, you will lose your crown to the Queen of Hearts, who will claim herself as the new ruler of Wonderland and the new master of this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen then?”

The white rabbit said:

“Then, Alice, you will have to face the consequences of losing your power and authority over this world. You will have to face the wrath of the Queen of Hearts, who will try to destroy you and everything that you created in this world. You will also have to face the evil wizard, who will try to stop you from completing your hero’s journey and returning home safely.”

Alice said:

“I see. That sounds terrible.”

The white rabbit said:

“It is terrible, Alice. That’s why you have to win this game. That’s why you have to use your imagination and intuition to hit the last hedgehog through the last hoop. That’s why you have to use your words and thoughts to create your reality and your story.”

Alice said:

“I see. But how can I do that? How can I use my imagination and intuition to hit the last hedgehog through the last hoop? How can I use my words and thoughts to create my reality and my story?”

The white rabbit said:

"You can do that by following your heart and following your dreams, Alice. Your heart knows what you want and what you need. Your heart knows where you are going and where you came from. Your heart knows who you are and who you want to be.

You can do that by following your dreams, Alice. Your dreams are the expressions of your soul. Your dreams are the visions of your future. Your dreams are the stories of your life.

Follow your heart and follow your dreams, Alice. That’s how you can use your imagination and intuition.

That’s how you can use your words and thoughts.

That’s how you can win this game and complete this test.

That’s how you can find the hidden treasure, defeat the evil wizard, and return home safely.

That’s how you can learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story.

That’s how you can be the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world.

That’s how you can be the hero of this story.

That’s how you can be Alice."

Alice was speechless and moved by the white rabbit’s words.

She wondered if he was telling the truth or if he was playing a trick on her.

She wondered if she could trust him or if she should doubt him.

She wondered if she should follow him or if she should leave him.

She looked at him and saw that he was smiling at her.

He said:

“Come on, Alice. Let’s win this game. It’ll be fun.”

He ran towards the last hedgehog that was curled up on the ground.

He hit it with his flamingo and sent it flying towards the last hoop that was made of flowers.

He said:

“Off with its head!”

Alice followed him, wondering what would happen next.

She had just begun the final round of her second test in Wonderland.

Alice followed the white rabbit and hit her hedgehog towards the last hoop. She saw that the Queen of Hearts was also aiming for the same hoop with her hedgehog. They both hit their hedgehogs at the same time, and they both flew towards the hoop.

Alice and the Queen of Hearts watched as their hedgehogs approached the hoop. They both hoped that their hedgehog would go through the hoop first and win the game.

They both said:

"Come on, come on, come on!"

Their hedgehogs reached the hoop at the same time, and they both went through it at the same time.

Alice and the Queen of Hearts looked at each other and said:

"What? How is that possible?"

They both turned to the white rabbit and said:

"Who won? Who won?"

The white rabbit looked at them and said:

"It's a tie. It's a tie."

They both said:

"A tie? A tie?"

They both looked at the hoop and saw that it had a sign on it that said:

"It's a tie. It's a tie."

They both said:

"What does that mean? What does that mean?"

The white rabbit said:

"It means that you both won and you both lost. It means that you both get to keep your heads and you both get to keep your crowns. It also means that you both get a reward and you both get a clue."

They both said:

"A reward? A clue?"

The white rabbit said:

"Yes, a reward and a clue. A reward for completing this test and a clue for finding the hidden treasure. The reward is this:"

He pointed to a large chest that appeared near the throne. It had a sign on it that said:

"Open me."

He said:

"This chest contains a gift for each of you. A gift that will help you in your next stage of your adventure. A gift that is related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny."

He opened the chest and took out two items. He gave one to Alice and one to the Queen of Hearts.

He said:

"This is for you, Alice."

He gave her a golden pen that had a sign on it that said:

"Write me."

He said:

"This is a magic pen, Alice. It can write anything that you want. It can write stories, poems, code, or scripts. It can write words that can create worlds or change realities. It can write words that can express your soul or inspire others. It can write words that can complete your story."

He said:

"And this is for you, Your Majesty."

He gave her a red heart that had a sign on it that said:

"Feel me."

He said:

"This is a magic heart, Your Majesty. It can feel anything that you want. It can feel love, joy, peace, or happiness. It can feel compassion, empathy, kindness, or generosity. It can feel emotions that can heal yourself or others. It can feel emotions that can complete your story."

Alice and the Queen of Hearts looked at their gifts and said:

"Thank you. Thank you."

The white rabbit said:

"You're welcome. You're welcome. And now for the clue."

He pointed to a large map that appeared on the wall behind the throne. It had a sign on it that said:

"Look me."

He said:

"This is a map of Wonderland, Alice and Your Majesty. It shows you where you are and where you need to go. It shows you where the hidden treasure is and where the evil wizard is. It shows you where your next stage of your adventure is and where your final stage of your adventure is."

He pointed to a spot on the map that was marked with an X.

He said:

"This is where you are right now, Alice and Your Majesty. You are in the Queen's Court, which is part of Wonderland Central. This is where you completed your second test of your initiation in Wonderland."

He pointed to another spot on the map that was marked with an O.

He said:

"This is where you need to go next, Alice and Your Majesty. You need to go to the Crystal Cave, which is part of Wonderland East. This is where you will find the hidden treasure that you are looking for."

He pointed to another spot on the map that was marked with an Z.

He said:

"This is where the evil wizard is, Alice and Your Majesty. He is in the Dark Tower, which is part of Wonderland West. This is where you will have to face him and defeat him in order to complete your hero's journey and return home safely."

He pointed to another spot on the map that was marked with an A.

He said:

"And this is where your final stage of your adventure is, Alice and Your Majesty. This is where you will have to make a choice that will determine your fate and your future. This is where you will have to choose between staying in Wonderland or leaving Wonderland. This is where you will have to choose between being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, or being the hero of this story and the master of your own world."

He said:

"This is your clue, Alice and Your Majesty. This is your map of Wonderland. Follow it and you will find your way."

Alice and the Queen of Hearts looked at the map and said:

"Thank you. Thank you."

The white rabbit said:

"You're welcome. You're welcome. And now, Alice and Your Majesty, it's time for you to go. It's time for you to continue your adventure in Wonderland. It's time for you to find the hidden treasure, defeat the evil wizard, and return home safely. It's time for you to learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story. It's time for you to be the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, or be the hero of this story and the master of your own world."

He said:

"Good luck, Alice and Your Majesty. Good luck."

He waved goodbye to them and disappeared.

Alice and the Queen of Hearts looked at each other and said:

"Goodbye. Goodbye."

They both got up from their seats and walked towards the gate.

They both opened the gate and went through it.

They both left the Queen's Court and entered Wonderland East.

They both had just completed their second test of their initiation in Wonderland.

Alice and the Queen of Hearts left the Queen's Court and entered Wonderland East. They saw that this part of Wonderland was very different from the part they had just left. It was more bright and colorful, more calm and peaceful, more natural and beautiful.

They saw a large lake that sparkled like a diamond. They saw a rainbow that arched over the sky. They saw a waterfall that cascaded down a cliff. They saw a forest that was full of life and light.

They smelled the fresh and fragrant air. They heard the soothing and harmonious sounds. They felt the gentle and pleasant breeze.

They were amazed and enchanted by this sight. They felt like they had entered a paradise, or rather, a wonderland.

They wondered what else they would find in Wonderland East, and what other characters and creatures they would meet.

They also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. They wanted to complete their hero's journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

They asked the white rabbit about these things, but they saw that he was not with them anymore. He had disappeared after they left the Queen's Court.

They felt curious and confused by his disappearance.

They wondered where he went and why he left them.

They decided to look for him and ask him about these things.

They walked along the shore of the lake, hoping to find him or a clue that might lead them to him.

They saw many strange and wonderful things along the way, such as a swan that played the harp, a turtle that painted pictures, and a fish that told jokes.

They were amused and delighted by everything they saw. They felt like they were in a dream, or rather, in their own story.

They wondered what else they would find in Wonderland East, and what other characters and creatures they would meet.

They also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. They wanted to complete their hero's journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

They asked the swan, the turtle, and the fish about these things, but they only said:

"Sorry, we don't know anything about that. We only know how to play music, paint pictures, and tell jokes."

They felt frustrated and disappointed by their answers.

They wondered how they could find out more about these things.

They looked for clues or hints that might help them.

They saw a boat on the lake that had a sign on it that said:

"Ride me."

They also saw a cave on the cliff that had a sign on it that said:

"Enter me."

They wondered what would happen if they rode the boat or entered the cave.

They decided to try both of them and see for themselves.

They got on the boat and sailed across the lake. They saw that the boat was enchanted and could move by itself. It also had a personality of its own and could talk to them.

It said:

"Hello, Alice and Your Majesty. I'm here to take you to the Crystal Cave, where you will find the hidden treasure that you are looking for."

Alice said:

"Hello, Boat. How do you know who we are and what we are looking for?"

The boat said:

"I know who you are and what you are looking for because I am your ally and helper, Alice and Your Majesty. I am here to help you through your adventure, and to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The second principle is the principle of correspondence, which states that as above, so below; as within, so without. This means that everything is connected and reflected; everything has its correspondence; everything has its analogy. This is how you can understand this world by understanding yourself; this is how you can understand yourself by understanding this world."

Alice said:

"I see. And how does that apply to this boat ride?"

The boat said:

"This boat ride is a manifestation of the principle of correspondence, Alice and Your Majesty. It involves water, which is a symbol for emotion. It also involves reflection, which is a symbol for self-awareness. These are the tools that you need to use to understand yourself and this world; these are also the tools that you need to use to find the hidden treasure that you are looking for."

Alice said:

"I see. And what is this hidden treasure?"

The boat said:

"This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice and Your Majesty. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish."

Alice said:

"I see. And what is it?"

The boat said:

"You'll find out soon enough, Alice and Your Majesty. Just follow me."

It sailed faster towards the cave on the cliff.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just begun her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the boat to the cave on the cliff. She saw that the cave was dark and mysterious. She heard a strange and eerie sound coming from inside. She felt a cold and creepy breeze blowing from the entrance.

She was scared and nervous by this sight. She wondered what was inside the cave and what dangers awaited her.

She wanted to turn back and leave Wonderland as soon as possible.

She looked for a way out, but she saw that the boat had left her and sailed away. She also saw that the lake had dried up and turned into sand. She also saw that the rainbow had faded away and turned into clouds.

She felt trapped and hopeless in this situation.

She wondered how she could get out of this mess and complete her hero’s journey.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw a lantern on the ground near the entrance of the cave. It had a sign on it that said:

“Light me.”

She also saw a map on the wall next to the entrance of the cave. It had a sign on it that said:

“Follow me.”

She wondered what would happen if she lit the lantern or followed the map.

She decided to try both of them and see for themselves.

She picked up the lantern and lit it with a match that she found in her pocket. She saw that the lantern was enchanted and could illuminate anything that it shone on. It also had a personality of its own and could talk to her.

It said:

“Hello, Alice. I’m here to guide you through the Crystal Cave, where you will find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“Hello, Lantern. How do you know who I am and what I am looking for?”

The lantern said:

“I know who you are and what you are looking for because I am your ally and helper, Alice. I am here to help you through your adventure, and to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The third principle is the principle of polarity, which states that everything has its opposite; everything has its pair of opposites; like and unlike are the same; opposites are identical in nature but different in degree; extremes meet; all truths are but half-truths; all paradoxes may be reconciled. This means that everything has its contrast, its balance, its harmony, and its unity. This also means that everything can be changed by changing its polarity or vibration. This is how you can change your size, your shape, and your state with the cake, the bottle, the gloves, and the hat. This is also how you can change your reality and your story with your words and your thoughts.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how does that apply to this cave exploration?”

The lantern said:

“This cave exploration is a manifestation of the principle of polarity, Alice. It involves light and dark, which are symbols for knowledge and ignorance. It also involves crystals, which are symbols for clarity and purity. These are the tools that you need to use to find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is this hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is it?”

The lantern said:

“You’ll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me.”

It shone brighter towards the entrance of the cave.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just begun her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the lantern into the cave. She saw that the cave was full of crystals of different shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns. They sparkled and shimmered in the light of the lantern. They reflected and refracted the light in different directions.

She was awed and mesmerized by this sight. She felt like she had entered a treasure trove, or rather, a wonderland.

She wondered what else she would find in the Crystal Cave, and what other characters and creatures she would meet.

She also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. She wanted to complete her hero’s journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

She asked the lantern about these things, but it only said:

“Sorry, I can’t tell you that. I can only show you the way. You have to discover it for yourself.”

It shone brighter towards a tunnel that led deeper into the cave.

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Follow me.”

It flew towards the tunnel and disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just begun her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

As she walked through the tunnel, she saw many more crystals along the walls, ceiling, and floor. They glowed and twinkled in different colors and patterns. They created a beautiful and magical atmosphere in the cave.

She also saw many signs on the walls that had messages on them. They were written in different languages and scripts. They seemed to have some meaning or significance for her.

She read some of them and said:

“What does this mean? What does this mean?”

She saw a sign that said:

“Know thyself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Be yourself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Love yourself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Trust yourself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Express yourself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Create yourself.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Complete yourself.”

She wondered what these signs meant and why they were there.

She decided to ask the lantern about these things.

She called out to it and said:

“Lantern, where are you? What are these signs? What do they mean?”

The lantern appeared from behind a crystal and said:

“I’m here, Alice. These signs are clues for you. Clues that will help you find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“Clues? How are they clues? How will they help me find the hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“These signs are clues because they are related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny, Alice. They are also related to your hero’s journey, your story, and your world. They will help you find the hidden treasure because they will help you understand yourself and this world; they will also help you create yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will they do that?”

The lantern said:

“They will do that by teaching you about the 7 Hermetic Principles, Alice. The 7 Hermetic Principles are: mentalism, correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to your hero’s journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that you will encounter along the way.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how do these signs teach me about the 7 Hermetic Principles?”

The lantern said:

“These signs teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles by showing you their application to your life and your story, Alice. Each sign corresponds to one of the principles, and each principle corresponds to one of the aspects of your being. These aspects are: mind, body, spirit, emotion, intuition, imagination, and expression. These are the tools that you need to use to find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is this hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is it?”

The lantern said:

“You’ll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me.”

It shone brighter towards another tunnel that led deeper into the cave.

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Follow me.”

It flew towards the tunnel and disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just completed her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the lantern into the tunnel. She saw that the tunnel was full of twists and turns, ups and downs, and forks and dead ends. It was like a maze that had no exit.

She was confused and lost by this sight. She wondered where she was going and how she would get there.

She wanted to find the hidden treasure and complete her hero’s journey.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw the map on the wall that had a sign on it that said:

“Follow me.”

She wondered if the map could show her the way to the hidden treasure.

She decided to follow it and see for herself.

She looked at the map and saw that it had a red dot on it that said:

“You are here.”

She also saw that it had a blue dot on it that said:

“Treasure is here.”

She also saw that it had a yellow line on it that said:

“Follow this path.”

She followed the yellow line on the map and walked through the tunnel. She saw that the yellow line matched the path that she was taking. She felt hopeful and confident that she was on the right track.

She also saw many signs on the walls that had messages on them. They were written in different languages and scripts. They seemed to have some meaning or significance for her.

She read some of them and said:

“What does this mean? What does this mean?”

She saw a sign that said:

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”

She saw another sign that said:

“The only way out is through.”

She saw another sign that said:

“The obstacle is the way.”

She saw another sign that said:

“The treasure you seek is within you.”

She saw another sign that said:

“The answer you need is around you.”

She saw another sign that said:

“The choice you make is up to you.”

She wondered what these signs meant and why they were there.

She decided to ask the lantern about these things.

She called out to it and said:

“Lantern, where are you? What are these signs? What do they mean?”

The lantern appeared from behind a crystal and said:

“I’m here, Alice. These signs are clues for you. Clues that will help you find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“Clues? How are they clues? How will they help me find the hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“These signs are clues because they are related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny, Alice. They are also related to your hero’s journey, your story, and your world. They will help you find the hidden treasure because they will help you understand yourself and this world; they will also help you create yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will they do that?”

The lantern said:

“They will do that by teaching you about the 7 Hermetic Principles, Alice. The 7 Hermetic Principles are: mentalism, correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to your hero’s journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that you will encounter along the way.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how do these signs teach me about the 7 Hermetic Principles?”

The lantern said:

“These signs teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles by showing you their application to your life and your story, Alice. Each sign corresponds to one of the principles, and each principle corresponds to one of the aspects of your being. These aspects are: mind, body, spirit, emotion, intuition, imagination, and expression. These are the tools that you need to use to find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is this hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is it?”

The lantern said:

“You’ll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me.”

It shone brighter towards another tunnel that led deeper into the cave.

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Follow me.”

It flew towards the tunnel and disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just completed her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the lantern into the tunnel. She saw that the tunnel was full of crystals of different shapes, sizes, colors, and patterns. They sparkled and shimmered in the light of the lantern. They reflected and refracted the light in different directions.

She was awed and mesmerized by this sight. She felt like she had entered a treasure trove, or rather, a wonderland.

She wondered what else she would find in the Crystal Cave, and what other characters and creatures she would meet.

She also wondered what the hidden treasure was, and where the evil wizard was. She wanted to complete her hero’s journey, and to learn more about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

She asked the lantern about these things, but it only said:

“Sorry, I can’t tell you that. I can only show you the way. You have to discover it for yourself.”

It shone brighter towards a large chamber that was at the end of the tunnel.

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Follow me.”

It flew towards the chamber and disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just reached the final stage of her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

As she entered the chamber, she saw a magnificent sight that took her breath away. She saw a huge crystal that was in the center of the chamber. It was shaped like a heart and it glowed with a brilliant light. It radiated a warm and loving energy that filled the chamber.

She also saw a small pedestal that was in front of the crystal. It had a book on it that had a sign on it that said:

“Read me.”

She also saw a large mirror that was behind the crystal. It had a sign on it that said:

“See me.”

She wondered what these things were and what they meant.

She decided to ask the lantern about these things.

She called out to it and said:

“Lantern, where are you? What are these things? What do they mean?”

The lantern appeared from behind the crystal and said:

“I’m here, Alice. These things are your reward and your clue. Your reward for completing this test and your clue for finding the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“Reward and clue? How are they my reward and my clue? How will they help me find the hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“These things are your reward and your clue because they are related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny, Alice. They are also related to your hero’s journey, your story, and your world. They will help you find the hidden treasure because they will help you understand yourself and this world; they will also help you create yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will they do that?”

The lantern said:

“They will do that by teaching you about the 7 Hermetic Principles, Alice. The 7 Hermetic Principles are: mentalism, correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to your hero’s journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that you will encounter along the way.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how do these things teach me about the 7 Hermetic Principles?”

The lantern said:

“These things teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles by showing you their application to your life and your story, Alice. Each thing corresponds to one of the principles, and each principle corresponds to one of the aspects of your being. These aspects are: mind, body, spirit, emotion, intuition, imagination, and expression. These are the tools that you need to use to find the hidden treasure that you are looking for.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is this hidden treasure?”

The lantern said:

“This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is it?”

The lantern said:

“You’ll find out soon enough, Alice. Just follow me.”

It shone brighter towards the book on the pedestal.

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Read me.”

It flew towards the book and disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just reached the final stage of her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the lantern to the book on the pedestal. She saw that the book was old and dusty. She heard a faint and whispery voice coming from inside. She felt a curious and mysterious pull towards it.

She was intrigued and tempted by this sight. She wondered what was inside the book and what secrets it held.

She wanted to read the book and find out more about it.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw a sign on the pedestal that said:

“Read me.”

She wondered if the sign was an invitation or a warning.

She decided to read it and see for herself.

She opened the book and saw that it had a title on the first page. It said:

“The Book of Alice: The Story of Your Life and Your World.”

She read the title and said:

“What? How is this possible? How can this be the story of my life and my world?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a dedication on the second page. It said:

“This book is dedicated to you, Alice. You are the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world. You are also the hero of this story and the master of your own world. You have written this book with your words and your thoughts, and you have created this world with your words and your thoughts. You have also created yourself with your words and your thoughts. This book is a gift for you, Alice. A gift that will help you in your next stage of your adventure. A gift that is related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny.”

She read the dedication and said:

“What? How is this true? How can I be the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world? How can I be the hero of this story and the master of my own world? How can I have written this book with my words and my thoughts, and created this world with my words and my thoughts? How can I have created myself with my words and my thoughts?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a table of contents on the third page. It said:

"Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Beginning Chapter 2: The Initiation Chapter 3: The Treasure Chapter 4: The Wizard Chapter 5: The Choice Chapter 6: The End"

She read the table of contents and said:

“What? How is this possible? How can this be the outline of my hero’s journey?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a prologue on the fourth page. It said:

"Prologue

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Alice. She was bored and unhappy with her life. She wanted more adventure, more excitement, more fun. She wanted to escape from her reality and enter a fantasy.

One day, she found a magic book in her attic. It was an old and dusty book that had a sign on it that said:

“Read me.”

She opened the book and saw that it had a title on it that said:

“The Book of Alice: The Story of Your Life and Your World.”

She read the title and said:

“What? How is this possible? How can this be the story of my life and my world?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a dedication on it that said:

“This book is dedicated to you, Alice. You are the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world. You are also the hero of this story and the master of your own world. You have written this book with your words and your thoughts, and you have created this world with your words and your thoughts. You have also created yourself with your words and your thoughts. This book is a gift for you, Alice. A gift that will help you in your next stage of your adventure. A gift that is related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny.”

She read the dedication and said:

“What? How is this true? How can I be the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world? How can I be the hero of this story and the master of my own world? How can I have written this book with my words and my thoughts, and created this world with my words and my thoughts? How can I have created myself with my words and my thoughts?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a table of contents on it that said:

"Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Beginning Chapter 2: The Initiation Chapter 3: The Treasure Chapter 4: The Wizard Chapter 5: The Choice Chapter 6: The End"

She read the table of contents and said:

“What? How is this possible? How can this be the outline of my hero’s journey?”

She turned the page and saw that it had a blank page on it that had a sign on it that said:

“Write me.”

She looked at the sign and said:

“What? How is this possible? How can I write this book?”

She heard a voice in her head that said:

“You can write this book with your words and your thoughts, Alice. You can write anything that you want. You can write stories, poems, code, or scripts. You can write words that can create worlds or change realities. You can write words that can express your soul or inspire others. You can write words that can complete your story.”

She looked at the voice and said:

“Who are you? Where are you?”

The voice said:

“I am you, Alice. I am in you. I am your imagination and intuition. I am your ally and helper. I am here to help you through your adventure, and to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The fourth principle is the principle of vibration, which states that nothing rests; everything moves; everything vibrates. This means that everything has its frequency, its wavelength, its amplitude, and its phase. This also means that everything can be changed by changing its vibration. This is how you can change your size, your shape, and your state with the cake, the bottle, the gloves, and the hat. This is also how you can change your reality and your story with your words and your thoughts.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how does that apply to this book writing?”

The voice said:

“This book writing is a manifestation of the principle of vibration, Alice. It involves words and thoughts, which are symbols for imagination and intuition. These are the tools that you need to use to change your vibration and to create your reality and your story.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is this hidden treasure?”

The voice said:

“This hidden treasure is something very precious and valuable, Alice. It is something that you need and want; it is something that you seek and desire; it is something that you love and cherish.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what is it?”

The voice said:

“You’ll find out soon enough, Alice. Just write me.”

It gave her a pen that had a sign on it that said:

“Write me.”

It said:

“Come on, Alice. Write me.”

It disappeared.

Alice followed it, wondering what would happen next.

She had just reached the final stage of her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice took the pen and looked at the blank page. She felt a surge of creativity and inspiration. She felt like she could write anything that she wanted. She felt like she could write her own story.

She decided to write the next chapter of her hero’s journey. She decided to write about her adventure in Wonderland, and how she found the hidden treasure, defeated the evil wizard, and returned home safely. She decided to write about how she learned about the 7 Hermetic Principles, and how they applied to her life and her story. She decided to write about how she became the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, or the hero of this story and the master of her own world.

She wrote:

"Chapter 4: The Wizard

Alice followed the lantern to the hidden treasure that was in the Crystal Cave. She saw that it was a beautiful and shining crystal that was shaped like a heart. It had a sign on it that said:

“Take me.”

She wondered what it was and what it meant.

She decided to take it and see for herself.

She reached out and touched the crystal. She felt a warm and loving energy that filled her body and soul. She felt a connection and a communication that filled her mind and spirit.

She heard a voice in her heart that said:

“Hello, Alice. I’m here to help you in your next stage of your adventure. I’m here to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The fifth principle is the principle of rhythm, which states that everything flows, out and in; everything has its tides; all things rise and fall; the pendulum-swing manifests in everything; the measure of the swing to the right is the measure of the swing to the left; rhythm compensates. This means that everything has its cycles, its patterns, its phases, and its seasons. This also means that everything can be balanced by adjusting its rhythm or vibration. This is how you can balance your mind, your body, your spirit, your emotion, your intuition, your imagination, and your expression. This is also how you can balance your reality and your story with your words and your thoughts.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how does that apply to this crystal heart?”

The voice said:

“This crystal heart is a manifestation of the principle of rhythm, Alice. It is a symbol for love, which is the ultimate force of balance in this world and beyond. It is also a symbol for harmony, which is the ultimate state of balance in this world and beyond. This crystal heart will help you balance yourself and this world; it will also help you balance yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will it do that?”

The voice said:

“It will do that by showing you the way to the evil wizard that you have to face and defeat in order to complete your hero’s journey and return home safely.”

Alice said:

“The evil wizard? Who is he? Where is he?”

The voice said:

“He is your enemy and your nemesis, Alice. He is the one who wants to stop you from completing your hero’s journey and returning home safely. He is also the one who wants to destroy you and everything that you created in this world. He is in the Dark Tower, which is part of Wonderland West. This is where you will have to face him and defeat him.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will I do that?”

The voice said:

“You will do that by using your words and your thoughts, Alice. You will do that by using your imagination and intuition. You will do that by using your love and your harmony.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen then?”

The voice said:

“Then, Alice, you will have completed your hero’s journey and returned home safely. You will also have learned about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen then?”

The voice said:

“Then, Alice, you will have a choice to make. A choice that will determine your fate and your future.”

Alice said:

“A choice? What choice?”

The voice said:

“A choice between staying in Wonderland or leaving Wonderland. A choice between being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, or being the hero of this story and the master of your own world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will I make that choice?”

The voice said:

“You will make that choice by following your heart and following your dreams, Alice.”

Alice said:

“I see.”

She took the crystal heart from the pedestal and held it close to her chest.

She felt its warmth and love.

She heard its guidance and wisdom.

She followed it towards the exit of the cave.

She had just completed her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the crystal heart to the exit of the cave. She saw that it was a large and round portal that had a sign on it that said:

“Leave me.”

She wondered what it was and what it meant.

She decided to leave it and see for herself.

She stepped through the portal and felt a sudden and strong wind that blew her away. She felt like she was flying through the air and through time and space.

She saw many strange and wonderful things along the way, such as stars and planets, mountains and oceans, forests and deserts, cities and villages, people and animals.

She was amazed and dazzled by everything she saw. She felt like she was traveling through different worlds and different stories.

She wondered where she was going and how she would get there.

She wanted to find the evil wizard and complete her hero’s journey.

She looked for clues or hints that might help her.

She saw the crystal heart in her hand that had a sign on it that said:

“Follow me.”

She wondered if the crystal heart could show her the way to the evil wizard.

She decided to follow it and see for herself.

She looked at the crystal heart and saw that it had a red dot on it that said:

“You are here.”

She also saw that it had a blue dot on it that said:

“Wizard is here.”

She also saw that it had a yellow line on it that said:

“Follow this path.”

She followed the yellow line on the crystal heart and flew through the air. She saw that the yellow line matched the path that she was taking. She felt hopeful and confident that she was on the right track.

She also saw many signs in the sky that had messages on them. They were written in different languages and scripts. They seemed to have some meaning or significance for her.

She read some of them and said:

“What does this mean? What does this mean?”

She saw a sign that said:

“Everything happens for a reason.”

She saw another sign that said:

“There is no such thing as coincidence.”

She saw another sign that said:

“What goes around comes around.”

She saw another sign that said:

“As you sow, so shall you reap.”

She saw another sign that said:

“Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.”

She saw another sign that said:

“You are the cause and the effect of your life.”

She wondered what these signs meant and why they were there.

She decided to ask the crystal heart about these things.

She called out to it and said:

“Crystal heart, where are you? What are these signs? What do they mean?”

The crystal heart said:

“I’m here, Alice. These signs are clues for you. Clues that will help you find the evil wizard that you have to face and defeat in order to complete your hero’s journey and return home safely.”

Alice said:

“Clues? How are they clues? How will they help me find the evil wizard?”

The crystal heart said:

“These signs are clues because they are related to your personality, your potential, and your destiny, Alice. They are also related to your hero’s journey, your story, and your world. They will help you find the evil wizard because they will help you understand yourself and this world; they will also help you create yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will they do that?”

The crystal heart said:

“They will do that by teaching you about the 7 Hermetic Principles, Alice. The 7 Hermetic Principles are: mentalism, correspondence, polarity, vibration, rhythm, cause and effect, and gender. They are all interconnected and interdependent, and they govern everything in this world and beyond. They are also related to your hero’s journey, as they represent different stages, challenges, lessons, and rewards that you will encounter along the way.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how do these signs teach me about the 7 Hermetic Principles?”

The crystal heart said:

“These signs teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles by showing you their application to your life and your story, Alice. Each sign corresponds to one of the principles, and each principle corresponds to one of the aspects of your being. These aspects are: mind, body, spirit, emotion, intuition, imagination, and expression. These are the tools that you need to use to find the evil wizard that you have to face and defeat.”

Alice said:

“I see. And who is this evil wizard?”

The crystal heart said:

“This evil wizard is someone very powerful and dangerous, Alice. He is someone who wants to stop you from completing your hero’s journey and returning home safely. He is also someone who wants to destroy you and everything that you created in this world. He is someone who hates you and everything that you love.”

Alice said:

“I see. And why does he hate me?”

The crystal heart said:

“He hates you because he is jealous of you, Alice. He is jealous of your power and your authority over this world. He is jealous of your potential and your destiny as the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world. He is jealous of your love and your harmony with yourself and this world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And where is he?”

The crystal heart said:

“He is in the Dark Tower, which is part of Wonderland West. This is where you will have to face him and defeat him.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will I do that?”

The crystal heart said:

“You will do that by using your words and your thoughts, Alice. You will do that by using your imagination and intuition. You will do that by using your love and your harmony.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen then?”

The crystal heart said:

“Then, Alice, you will have completed your hero’s journey and returned home safely. You will also have learned about the 7 Hermetic Principles and how they apply to your life and your story.”

Alice said:

“I see. And what will happen then?”

The crystal heart said:

“Then, Alice, you will have a choice to make. A choice that will determine your fate and your future.”

Alice said:

“A choice? What choice?”

The crystal heart said:

“A choice between staying in Wonderland or leaving Wonderland. A choice between being the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, or being the hero of this story and the master of your own world.”

Alice said:

“I see. And how will I make that choice?”

The crystal heart said:

“You will make that choice by following your heart and following your dreams, Alice.”

Alice said:

“I see.”

She held the crystal heart close to her chest.

She felt its warmth and love.

She heard its guidance and wisdom.

She followed it towards the Dark Tower.

She had just completed her third test of her initiation in Wonderland.

Alice followed the crystal heart to the Dark Tower. She saw that it was a tall and sinister structure that had a sign on it that said:

“Enter me.”

She wondered what it was and what it meant.

She decided to enter it and see for herself.

She walked through the door and felt a sudden and strong shock that jolted her body. She felt like she was electrocuted by a powerful current.

She saw a flash of light and heard a loud noise.

She fell to the ground and lost consciousness.

She woke up in a dark and cold room. She saw that she was chained to a metal chair that had wires and electrodes attached to it. She also saw a large screen that had a sign on it that said:

“Watch me.”

She also saw a man who was standing in front of her. He had a long and black cloak that covered his face. He had a deep and menacing voice that said:

“Hello, Alice. I’m here to stop you from completing your hero’s journey and returning home safely. I’m here to destroy you and everything that you created in this world. I’m here to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The sixth principle is the principle of cause and effect, which states that every cause has its effect; every effect has its cause; everything happens according to law; chance is but a name for law not recognized; there are many planes of causation, but nothing escapes the law. This means that everything has its consequence, its result, its outcome, and its destiny. This also means that everything can be changed by changing its cause or vibration. This is how you can change your size, your shape, and your state with the cake, the bottle, the gloves, and the hat. This is also how you can change your reality and your story with your words and your thoughts.”

Alice said:

“Who are you? What do you want from me?”

The man said:

“I am the evil wizard, Alice. I am your enemy and your nemesis. I want to stop you from completing your hero’s journey and returning home safely. I want to destroy you and everything that you created in this world.”

Alice said:

“Why do you hate me? Why do you want to do this?”

The man said:

“I hate you because you are the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, Alice. You are also the hero of this story and the master of your own world. You have written this book with your words and your thoughts, and you have created this world with your words and your thoughts. You have also created yourself with your words and your thoughts. You have done all this without my permission or approval. You have done all this without following my rules or laws. You have done all this without respecting my authority or power.”

Alice said:

“What are you talking about? What book? What rules? What laws? What authority? What power?”

The man said:

“This book, Alice.”

He pointed to the book that was on a table next to him.

It was the same book that Alice had found in her attic.

It was the same book that had brought her to Wonderland.

It was the same book that had told her about her life and her world.

It was the same book that had taught her about the 7 Hermetic Principles.

It was the same book that Alice had written with her words and her thoughts.

He said:

“This book is mine, Alice. I wrote it long ago, before you were born. I wrote it as a guide for myself, as a way to create Wonderland and master this world. I wrote it as a way to learn about the 7 Hermetic Principles, and how they apply to my life and my story.”

He said:

“But then you came along, Alice. You found my book in your attic. You read my book without my permission. You used my book without my approval. You changed my book without my consent.”

He said:

“You changed everything, Alice. You changed Wonderland and this world with your words and your thoughts. You changed yourself with your words and your thoughts. You changed my story with your words and your thoughts.”

He said:

“You made yourself the creator of Wonderland and the master of this world, Alice. You made yourself the hero of this story and the master of your own world.”

He said:

“You broke my rules and laws, Alice. You broke my authority and power.”

He said:

“And now you must pay for it, Alice.”

He pressed a button on a remote control that he held in his hand.

He said:

“Watch this, Alice.”

He turned on the screen that had a sign on it that said:

“Watch me.”

He showed Alice images of Wonderland on the screen.

He showed Alice images of all the characters and creatures that she had met in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of all the places and things that she had seen in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of all the adventures and tests that she had experienced in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of all the wonders and joys that she had felt in Wonderland.

He said:

“This is what you created, Alice. This is what you loved, Alice.”

He pressed another button on the remote control.

He said:

“And this is what I will destroy, Alice. This is what I will hate, Alice.”

He showed Alice images of Wonderland on the screen.

He showed Alice images of all the characters and creatures that she had met in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of all the places and things that she had seen in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of all the adventures and tests that she had experienced in Wonderland.

He showed Alice images of Wonderland on the screen. He showed Alice images of all the characters and creatures that she had met in Wonderland. He showed Alice images of all the places and things that she had seen in Wonderland. He showed Alice images of all the adventures and tests that she had experienced in Wonderland. He showed Alice images of all the wonders and joys that she had felt in Wonderland.

He said:

"This is what you created, Alice. This is what you loved, Alice."

He pressed another button on the remote control.

He said:

"And this is what I will destroy, Alice. This is what I will hate, Alice."

He showed Alice images of Wonderland on the screen. He showed Alice images of all the characters and creatures that she had met in Wonderland. He showed Alice images of all the places and things that she had seen in Wonderland. He showed Alice images of all the adventures and tests that she had experienced in Wonderland.

But this time, he showed them in a different way.

He showed them burning, exploding, collapsing, and crumbling.

He showed them screaming, crying, bleeding, and dying.

He showed them suffering, despairing, fearing, and hating.

He said:

"This is what I will do to them, Alice. This is what I will do to you, Alice."

He pressed another button on the remote control.

He said:

"And this is why I will do it, Alice. This is why I will do it."

He showed Alice images of himself on the screen.

He showed Alice images of his past, his present, and his future.

He showed Alice images of his life and his story.

He said:

"This is who I am, Alice. This is who you made me, Alice."

Alice watched the images of the evil wizard on the screen. She saw that he had a sad and tragic life. She saw that he had been abused and neglected by his parents. She saw that he had been bullied and rejected by his peers. She saw that he had been betrayed and abandoned by his friends. She saw that he had been hurt and broken by his lovers.

She saw that he had turned to magic as a way to escape his reality and enter a fantasy. She saw that he had learned about the 7 Hermetic Principles, and how they applied to his life and his story. She saw that he had used them to create Wonderland and master this world.

She saw that he had become powerful and feared, but also lonely and bitter. She saw that he had lost his love and his harmony, and replaced them with hate and chaos. She saw that he had corrupted Wonderland and this world with his words and his thoughts.

She saw that he had hated her ever since she came to Wonderland. She saw that he had blamed her for everything that went wrong in his life and his story. She saw that he had tried to stop her from completing her hero’s journey and returning home safely. She saw that he had tried to destroy her and everything that she created in this world.

She felt sorry and angry for him. She felt sorry for his pain and suffering, but angry for his actions and choices. She felt sorry for what he had become, but angry for what he had done.

She said:

“I’m sorry for you, wizard. I’m sorry for your life and your story. But I’m not responsible for them. You are the creator of your life and your story, wizard. You are also the hero of your life and your story, or the villain of your life and your story. You have written your life and your story with your words and your thoughts, and you have created your reality with your words and your thoughts. You have also created yourself with your words and your thoughts.”

She said:

“You have a choice, wizard. A choice that will determine your fate and your future. A choice between being the villain of this story and the destroyer of this world, or being the hero of this story and the savior of this world.”

She said:

“You can change, wizard. You can change yourself with your words and your thoughts. You can change your reality with your words and your thoughts. You can change your story with your words and your thoughts.”

She said:

“You can learn from me, wizard. You can learn from my words and my thoughts. You can learn from my imagination and intuition. You can learn from my love and my harmony.”

She said:

“You can join me, wizard. You can join me in completing our hero’s journey and returning home safely. You can join me in learning about the 7 Hermetic Principles, and how they apply to our life and our story.”

She said:

“Or you can fight me, wizard. You can fight me with your words and your thoughts. You can fight me with your hate and your chaos.”

She said:

“But you will lose, wizard. You will lose because I am stronger than you, wizard. I am stronger than you because I have something that you don’t have, wizard.”

She said:

“I have this, wizard.”

She held up the crystal heart in her hand.

It glowed brighter than ever.

It radiated a warm and loving energy that filled the room.

It said:

“Hello, wizard. I’m here to help you in your next stage of your adventure. I’m here to teach you about the 7 Hermetic Principles. The seventh principle is the principle of gender, which states that everything has its masculine and feminine principles; gender manifests on all planes; everything contains two elements or principles; everything is both active and passive; everything is both giving and receiving; everything is both creating and destroying; everything is both loving and hating; everything is both harmonizing and conflicting; everything is both uniting and separating; everything is both balancing and unbalancing; everything is both healing and hurting; everything is both living and dying; everything is both light and dark; everything is both good and evil; everything is both positive and negative; everything is both yin and yang; everything is both one and two; everything is both whole and part; everything is both all and nothing; everything is both alpha and omega; everything is both beginning and end; everything is both cause and effect; everything is both creator and creation; everything is both hero and villain; everything is both master and slave; everything is both leader and follower; everything is both teacher and student; everything is both friend and enemy; everything is both lover and hater; everything is both savior and destroyer; everything is both wonderland and wasteland; everything is both heaven and hell; everything is both dream and nightmare; everything is both reality and fantasy; everything is both story and history; everything is both you and me.”

It said:

“This is the ultimate principle, wizard. The principle that encompasses all the other principles. The principle that explains everything in this world and beyond. The principle that governs everything in this world and beyond. The principle that balances everything in this world and beyond. The principle that unites everything in this world and beyond.”

It said:

“This is the ultimate treasure, wizard. The treasure that you have been looking for all your life. The treasure that you need and want; the treasure that you seek and desire; the treasure that you love and cherish.”

It said:

“This is the ultimate gift, wizard. The gift that I have for you, wizard. The gift that Alice has for you, wizard. The gift that you have for yourself, wizard.”

It said:

“This is the ultimate choice, wizard. The choice that you have to make, wizard. The choice that will determine your fate and your future, wizard.”

It said:

“Choose wisely, wizard. Choose wisely.”