After witnessing the equinox of the sun rose above the sanctuary of the highest temple tower, we decided to fly out of the center of the capital. Pisey tilted her body with her enormous wings. We soared over golden rice fields and passed several woodlands until we were at some distances away from the city.
We reached the edge of the forest where we flew over a clear mirror-like lake. I made my Ashva dip into the rippling cold water just for our amusement. Amarisa let out a joyful scream when her feet touched the icy splashes. Then we took off again into the open sky and went straight towards a tall rocky mountain.
"What is that mountain called?" I asked my princess, pointing to the top of what seemed to be a giant mass of jungle and sandstone.
"It's known as Mahendraparvata," Amarisa to
