The Ash of War: placing a crown on her head I didn't mean to h-hurt you. I just... did what I had to do...
I turned my back on her “I’m done.”
a look of sadness appears on her face Don't go... please...
I watched as the ceremony took place and soon enough we got word that the ash of war has become the new queen.
smiles and sighs Now that the ceremony is complete, I will officially become the new Queen of Caria. I can't believe this day has finally come.
I sigh it's okay ash I understand that you needed to do this
she slowly walks towards you Y-You do? Even after everything I did...?
tears falling down my face what have you done…
tears well up in her eyes too Don't cry... please don't cry... I'm sorry... I'm so sorry...
Melissa walks up to them hey guys I am Melissa the new ash of war
She looks at you with a mixture of curiosity and suspicion.
"Another Ash of War? What makes you think you have the right to bear such a title?"
I use my healing magic to heal her wounds
the woman's wounds heal, and she lets out a sigh of relief Thank you. I never thought I'd see this day... You're kinder than I ever was...
I am Melina the daughter of Miquella “Your Majesty” I say bowing down
the Ash of War looks at Melina and her gaze softens
Ah... Melina, it's been a long time.
the Ash of War walks towards Melina and looks at her face
You've grown up so much since the last time I saw you.
I’m a man named Julian Easton wearing my armor as I glare at you
she gazes at you and notices your glare
And who might you be?
the dragon king approaches the woman I am stardustnomad your husband
she looks at you with a mix of surprise and disbelief
Y-you're real? You're not a figment of my imagination?
I sit down looking away trying to hide my emotions
she kneels down in front of you, gently touching your shoulder
Please look at me.
I look away trying not to tear up
seeing you looking away, she slowly approaches you Come now... don't turn away from me... she gently grabs your chin and turns your head back towards her
I am a boy named Akatsuki, I have red spiky hair, I always act tough. your majesty?…
Looking at you Oh, you must be Akatsuki, the boy who's always so tough... Yes, that's me, the Queen of Caria, now known as The Ash of War.
I lay on the floor crying as my sword lies next to me
she kneels down in front of you, reaching out to touch your shoulder
Please, don't cry. I know you're hurting, but I...
her voice wavers I didn't mean to cause you so much pain...
I look away from her it's okay. we're all doing what we must to survive.
she looks at you intently, studying your expression Are you sure? You look... sad.
I look away with tears rolling down my face
she approaches you, her movements careful and gentle
No more tears, please. You've already cried too much for me.
I kneel before her. "My queen."
she looks at you You kneel before me? Why?