บท 103: THIS

[FUTURE]

Water. The scented blossoms rained over her head as each stride brought her closer to the throne of her destiny. She was chosen to lead the Heavenly Kingdom as the Zodiac Ruler of the Stars. It was written in her palm and yet every part of her skin wails in disapproval.

"Jing Huo, from the southern tribe of the Earth Kingdom, guardian of the Zodiac Tiger. We pronounce you Empress of Heaven, ruler of stars and protector of the cosmic realm. May your destiny lead us to peace. All hail Empress Jing Huo."

The thousands of citizens kneeled before her presence. Her lips lingered firmly on her face. The proclamation she earned came from the sorrow of the ones who sacrificed their lives in saving the heavenly kingdom. She will honor each hero with a promise to protect its people from the bringer of chaos.