one word [swept]

(ref: here)

She swept.

Away tokens, unspoken memories and dust; as the tools of her task performed marvelously, she dreamed of more satisfying times.

Broom became staff.
Chairs became trees.
Small bundles of dust became rodents, chimera, dragon.

With every thrust of her weapon, the foe was vanquished; resolute and solemn, she disabled and destroyed her dusty foe. As the corners of her hovel became crisp, and fresh light revealed previously unattended corners, her illusory alternative weakened.

In the still-dark corners, a mushroom-laden world awaited, filled with moonlight-scented boughs, paths of secret hope, and fantastical challenges. In the now-lit corners, sunlight drew her attention to recklessly-mirthful chirping.

And she, the champion of this walk, was called to make the choice.

She swept.

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