Amanda, clad in a sumptuous robe, emerged with an entourage of The Corpse Witch funeral priests, in a procession full of ritualistic solemnity.
At this moment, among the captive generals in the middle, some had already knelt down, loudly proclaiming "My Queen."
Odys's Soul Fire pulsated wildly, unconsciously making him want to bow in homage.
But in the end, he stood upright.
His gaze fixed intently on the woman who walked slowly toward the throne.
Amanda sat upon the throne.
She looked toward Odys in the center.
Her voice was grave as she began, "Odys, it's been a long time."
Odys's body stiffened.
Suppressing the turmoil deep within his soul, he spoke: "Amanda, you're actually still alive."
"Are you surprised?"
"If I were still human, perhaps I'd be a little shocked," continued Odys.
"No, I can feel your emotions; you are surprised and afraid."