The ancient voice lingered in the air long after the last word faded.
"Heir of the Moonborn... Claim what is yours."
No one moved.
The newly risen temple stood beneath the silver moon like a forgotten kingdom returning to life. Massive white pillars reached toward the sky, their cracked surfaces glowing with ancient runes that had slept for centuries. Vines that had wrapped around the ruins for decades slowly withered away as moonlight washed over every stone.
Aria stood at the foot of the staircase leading to the throne.
Her heart pounded so loudly she could barely hear anything else.
She had spent her entire life believing she was cursed.
She had scrubbed floors while others trained as warriors.
She had eaten after everyone else had finished.
She had been mocked for having no wo
