Chapter 1: Avènement
Year 805, on the sixth day of March, just as the birth of the young prince of the Zeta family of the Zeyos empire was about to take place, an unexpected event occurred: a multitude of storms and hurricanes appeared in the various empires around the world. This was surprising, as the various empires realized that these storms and hurricanes were not devastating; on the contrary, they seemed protective. It was as if the world itself was rejoicing across every continent to celebrate a major event. At the same time, the Empress of the Zeta family experienced strong contractions. Everyone present was eagerly awaiting the arrival of the young prince, but a look of shock appeared in their eyes when they realized that life had not come into the world.
For three nights and three days, the empress's cries echoed through the palace. Servants ran through the corridors, their faces scarred by fear. Azhel I, usually stoic, paced the hall like a caged lion, his fists clenched until his knuckles whitened.
"Hold on, Zoey... Please," he whispered, his voice barely audible.
When the young prince's first cry finally rang out, silence fell, heavy and solemn, as if the world were holding its breath. On the third day, the storms and hurricanes gradually began to subside, and at the same time, the young prince finally took his first look at the world.
Zikron Zeta was born on the eighth day of March. His hair was pure gray, like silver, and his eyes were a deep gray mixed with midnight blue.
He bore all the hallmarks of the Zeta family: silver-gray hair with black undertones and caramelized skin.
When he was born, Zikron didn't cry. He didn't fuss; on the contrary, he smiled, as if sensing the restlessness of the world.
Zikron, young prince of the Zeta family, came into the world after a three-day labor, at the same time as storms and hurricanes appeared in the world.
Is this a sign? What's enigmatic is that hurricanes are the symbol of House Zeta, representing a dragon protectively wrapping its wings.
Will its future be grandiose, or will the opposite be true?
Zeyos Empire, spring 805.
Report.
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In the year 806, Zikron Zeta celebrated its first birthday. On this occasion, he was presented to the world for the first time. In various empires, it is customary to unveil the future heir of the family to the general public to demonstrate the prosperity of the lineage.
In a brightly lit hall adorned with statues of dragons, a recognizable family stands out thanks to its world-famous characteristics. Its members have silver-gray hair mixed with black hues, caramelized skin and piercing gray eyes, as if sculpted from metal.
Empress Zoey Zeta , however, stands out for her unique features: a heart-shaped face, caramel-colored skin, midnight-blue eyes and curly hair the color of chatin mixed with black. Ariel's most important families gathered to celebrate the young prince's birthday.
Some also brought their own newborns to bond the younger generations.
"Emperor Azhel I, by name, makes his entrance accompanied by young Prince Zikron Zeta!" announced the master of ceremonies.
The elite families murmured among themselves, their glances oscillating between admiration and jealousy.
At the announcement of their arrival, the once noisy hall fell silent, awaiting the entrance of the Emperor of Zeyos.
Azhel I appeared in regal regalia, his ashen-gray hair tied back in a ponytail with two drooping locks framing his face, where his gray eyes were clearly visible. Holding the newborn in his arms, he advanced with a firm, determined gaze to the main stage.
"That boy...", breathed one of them. "One year old, and already he's captivating the eyes. "A dark-haired woman in a crimson dress crossed her arms.
"It's not surprising. The Zeta aren't just an imperial family. They're symbols."
On stage, the Empress awaited her. With a smile on her lips, Zoey Zeta switched on the hall's big screen and activated the cameras so that everyone in the audience could see them. Azhel and the Empress made a brief speech thanking the guests and celebrating the peace that has lasted for centuries.
At the age of one, the following youngsters were presented: Zikron Zeta, Sery Crimson, daughter of the noble elite Crimson family; Elyone Dantès, child of Emperor Krys Dantès of the Biora Empire; Lunar Lumen, child of Emperor Leonord II Lumen of the Lumina Empire; and Ayla Sky, daughter of Empress Yelena Sky of the West Empire.
Twenty years ago, a prophet announced that the golden age of the world of Ariel would be born between the years 800 and 807.
The question was, had this golden age begun?
Was it the beginning of this foretold era? This was the question on the minds of most people aware of the prophecy. Although often vague, it had always been fulfilled.
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