Chapter 2

All the planets that were members of the Galactic Council already knew the news of Lia's death, as well as knew the cause of the cloudiness of the entire universe. Meanwhile, humans on earth could only be confused and try to overcome all of it by describing various theories that were not entirely true.

Like a cloud creeping all over the orbit, and even embracing small planets without inhabitants, as if to freeze them behind the dark clouds. Disaster after disaster occurred, the earthquake was one of the lightest disasters that occurred.

All creatures in the universe cried.

The people of Centraxus prayed, "The Universe and our ancestors, help us so that we can live in peace again. If the princess's death brings hurt and revenge, please calm her soul so she can find light quickly. Help us!"

People in Hexa did the same, gathering outside buildings and homes, kneeling to pray. "Oh universe, our rulers mourn the death of a princess we love. We beg to guide her path so that she can always see the light and be happy."

Then people on other planets prayed, "We praise Princess Lily, to always have enlightenment to the realm of the dead. Lead her to the easy way."

And the people of the earth made some rituals, they performed prayers together while taking refuge in a safe place. "Oh universe, Oh ancestors who watched over us, Oh Gods, we ask that our sins be forgiven, we ask that you protect us. We ask that the sorrows of the sky soon be illuminated by light and that all these calamities may soon cease."

The prayers of beings from all over the universe sent out energy that moved vertically, shooting towards the sky, penetrating the highest order in the universe. The prayers were like a gunshot that spread out, or perhaps like a dam bursting so that it rattled the ears of someone who was watching over the whole thing.

Then he shot out energy from himself, vibrated various invisible shrouds, then sat back down and took a closer look. "The living beings are never aware of the game they are playing," he muttered tactfully. "But their sincere hearts finally shook my instincts. Alright, I'll grant your request."

A path filled with light, Lia walked lightly to get into it. She would reach out to the world of the dead, leaving all the affairs of the world behind. She would be a new being, who would not be bothered by many things. There was a different quiver in his heart, between confused and anxious. There was the strongest tug on his legs and back.

The light was about to end, and Lia almost crossed over to the world of the dead. But the path was blocked by various figures in various beautiful clothes. They were of different genders, who wore crowns on each other's heads, who walked together to block Lia's entrance.

"Who are you guys? Why are you guys blocking my way? I have to go inside to leave all matters behind me," Lia said politely.

One of the figures, a man, said, "We are the souls of the ancestors of the cosmos, who suffered because of your death. We come out and move on to their very sincere and powerful prayers."

"What do you mean?" Lia asked, still not understanding what was going on.

"Your parents regret not breaking the seal on your body. Your death has shaken them, rendering them weak and unable to properly support the ground of Centraxus. It made Centraxus, the planet that supports light and various aspects of the universe, shaken violently."

One of the women, one of the souls of the ancestors, added, "In your body, there is energy capable of strengthening one of the pillars of Centraxus. After your death, it shattered and caused the balance to be disturbed."

"But my death is already outlined. Doesn't that mean I can't go back anymore? I was even asked to keep walking without turning around," explained Lia.

"It happened before the problem after the problem happened. And this happened before the beings in the universe prayed with all their hearts. Their prayers had shaken the Heavenly Emperor's palace. Now he has ordered us to stop you from walking. You must return to the world again."

"But…" Lia looked back, seeing that the path where she was walking seemed like a blur without a trace. "I've come this far. And I don't know how to get back."

"Our soul guards will lead you back to the world."

Suddenly several figures resembling the souls of the ancestors appeared behind her. They smiled and nodded.

"They were a small part of our lives in the past. They used to guard our souls." One of the ancestors explained. "Now they have separated from us, and have chosen to live in the places provided by our children and grandchildren."

The Platine Nebula is one of them.

"So you can go back with them. Because if you are already in the world of the dead, then you will not be able to come back again. Hurry up, daughter."

Lia turned her head again, seeing all the guardians of the ancestral soul extending their hands together. This was the most amazing sight at the same time the most moving.

"This is how your parents broke the seal within your body. If you want to return to the world with us, then the seal on your body will be opened."

"But do I still have a body in the world?" asked Lia, surprised.

The soul guard shook his head. "Your body has disintegrated and evaporated. You will be reborn without having to go through the wheel of life."

"Is that possible?"

"Nothing is impossible for the Heavenly Emperor," he replied. "Come on, girl, we must hurry before many disasters follow."

Lia nodded. She accepted the outstretched hand and gripped it tightly. Then she walked down the path she had walked before, finding a source of light, the place where she had appeared.

"We will go and leave you at this point," said one of the soul guards. "We're going to where we came from. From this point on you will be guided by the soul guards of Centraxus. Hope you can be reborn soon, daughter." And they disappeared.

Now Lia was in the hands of a soul guardian from Centraxus, whose number exceeds the total human population on earth. They were numerous, clustered together like a collection of light. Then Lia appeared in a mysterious crater, where various pillars of light appeared around her. She also saw the spirit of the water dragon surrounding the pillars.

"Jump, girl! You will be born in this place. Maybe you won't have a perfect body in a short time, but it's no worse than having nobody at all."

"Will my memories disappear if I am reborn?" Lia asked, thinking about her husband and child.

She saw a hint of a smile from the soul guards in front of her. "That is your choice, princess."

Lia nodded, then jumped into the crater below. Her body passed through various layers of light as well as the veil of mist that enveloped her from all sides. Shortly after that everything went dark, and her soul fell asleep, waiting until she had a new body.

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