April's Scent

Winter had ended yet fallen leaves crunched below her feet. “Why doesn’t the Earth know it’s Spring — a time of new life and fresh fruits?” she thought. She was saddened by the sight of parched land — until she decided to change it. She watered the barren landscape with purpose, planting two seeds: a pear tree for health and a Japanese yuzu tree for protection.In the morning, everything she had touched had been brought to life. The pear tree suddenly offered large fruits with a dewy crispness. The yuzu tree bloomed with yellow citrus, emitting a sweet scent. The fragrant blend mirrored the harmonious balance she had hoped to bring back to the once parched land.She sat under the trees in awe of her power. The Earth hadn’t forgotten about Spring after all. It just needed a touch of her magic to begin blooming again.