Days Before Wedding

Situated in what essentially is a beautiful forest on the outskirts and a delicate garden as its immediate surroundings, the palace looked majestic but also lonely.

Irene headed to the quarters of the Queen Radiant. Even though the Queens would live together with the Emperor, for now, they're following the customs and staying in a separate quarter.

The corridors were wide, the floor was plated with golden-red metal coating, the walls were filled with paintings and art pieces from all the over world. The pillars supporting the structure were carved with stories of heroic humans.

Irene walked absentmindedly and before she knew it, she bumped into the door. Touching her forehead, Irene looked left and right, and after confirming no one saw her gaffe, she sighed in relief.

It still felt surreal for her. Was the war really over? Were the abyssals really finished?