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Heavy Lies the Crown
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Heavy Lies the Crown

2 Chapters
Author:starry_songs
Status:hiatus
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Synopsis

The land is on the cusp of revolution once more.The nobility knows this. The peasantry knows this. And Yua—known also as Crown Princess Ryushina, lawful heir to the throne, knows this.Yua understands the weight of her destiny.Stolen away at birth while the old dynasty gave way to a new power, Yua has been in hiding, learning how to be a capable leader both on and off the battlefield. She is the living heart of an ancient prophecy, believed by many to be the chosen one destined to save the land from a looming great evil. The prophecy speaks of a ruler wise and brave, one who will rise in the kingdom's darkest hour to usher in an era of peace and prosperity. To the people, Yua is not just a future queen; she is the beacon of light foretold to guide them through the storm.The prophecy, with its cryptic words and lofty expectations, is both an anchor and a burden.As the winds of change howl through the kingdom, Yua must navigate the treacherous waters of court intrigue and the rising tides of revolution. Allies and enemies mask themselves in every corner, and Yua must discern whom to trust. The nobility, with their gilded promises and hidden daggers, vie for her favour and her downfall in equal measure. The peasantry, with their raw, unbridled hope, look to her as their saviour, the one who will lead them from oppression to freedom.But what does it mean to be a ruler? Is it to hold power tightly, to control and demand? Or is it to listen, to understand, and to guide? What gives one the right to command, to lead others? Yua's journey is one of self-discovery and determination as she seeks to answer these questions and fulfill her role as the rightful heir. With every step, she is aware that the eyes of history watch her, that her choices will not just shape her own fate but the fate of her kingdom for generations to come.