August 31, 2020

Eight years later.

Bwooooo—!

The blaring sound of war horns tore through the air as banners of victory fluttered in the wind.

The ground trembled beneath the endless procession of marching soldiers, their rhythmic steps echoing the unwavering cheers of the people welcoming them home.

“At last, you have returned—my hero.”

Seated upon the highest throne, Jerpeneus spread his arms wide in praise of the returning warrior. His face was adorned with a satisfied smile, the perfect image of a ruler basking in the glory of his empire.

At the forefront of the procession, the victorious warrior halted. He raised his gaze toward the emperor, then slowly removed his helmet.

Silence fell instantly.

Beneath the golden sunlight, his hair remained a deep, unyielding black. And within those strands, piercing through the darkness, shone unmistakable golden eyes.

There was no need for further words.

The very sight of the man made it clear—he carried the unmistakable mark of true imperial lineage, something Jerpeneus himself did not possess.

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In the heavy stillness, Cabelenus fixed his gaze on Jerpeneus.

His golden eyes burned with open hostility, unapologetic and fierce.

Jerpeneus, sensing the shift in the air, instinctively clenched his jaw.

At that moment, a presence stirred behind him.

“So, you have finally arrived.”

The voice came from behind, breaking the emperor’s forced composure.

His carefully maintained smile wavered.

Standing at the end of his gaze was Hermann, the High Priest, dressed in pristine white robes, accompanied by a retinue of temple priests.

“…What brings the High Priest here at this hour?”

Jerpeneus’s voice dropped into a cautious whisper.

“A mere servant of the gods has come to deliver the divine will.”

Hermann stroked his beard and let out a hearty laugh.

His aged, hollow eyes—reminiscent of gnarled, ancient wood—glinted with barely concealed greed.

“This is not your place, High Priest.”

Jerpeneus’s warning was laced with thinly veiled irritation.

“There is no place I cannot go if it is to deliver the will of the gods.”

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