The day broke with a sky so clear it seemed to stretch endlessly, a vast expanse of vibrant blue unmarred by even a wisp of cloud. The air carried a crispness that invigorated the senses, laden with the delicate scents of blooming flowers and the earthy aroma of morning dew. Sunlight poured down in a golden cascade, warming the ground and casting long, sharp shadows that danced with the gentle sway of the trees. A soft breeze rustled the leaves, whispering through the branches and creating a soothing, rhythmic melody. Birds greeted the morning with jubilant songs, their cheerful chirping interwoven with the distant hum of life beginning to stir. The temperature was perfectly balanced, the warmth of the sun tempered by the refreshing coolness of the breeze, inviting everyone to step outside and revel in the boundless possibilities of the day ahead. So the king thought it was the perfect day to get his daughter baptized.
The convoy of 5 carriages each attached to beautiful white horses running through the green farms and trees reached the church of holy night.
"Here we are come now Aria we are going to get you baptized and get all the magical powers you need to take down that king " Said king Aeneas.
"Welcome sir " Said the head priestess.
"Hello we are here for the baptism of our daughter can you please lead us to the hall " Said queen sylph.
"Yes my Lady this way" Said the head priestess.
On the way to the main hall priestess reminded the parents about all the gods and their powers and how happy he was after she saw miss Nyx.
"Our kingdom Eclipsarum worships 9 gods " Said the priestess.
"Yes the Guardians of the nine thrones" Said king Aeneas.
"Yes you are right the God of fire 'Ignis', God of water 'Aqua', God of earth ' Terra ' , God of wind 'Zephyrus', God of lightning 'Fulminar', God of light
'Luxara', God of darkness ' Noctara ' , God of greenery ' Verdanitia ', God of strength ' Fortis '. All of them protect our kingdom and help us live freely but after that incident 72 years ago the balance between the good and evil got disturbed "said the priestess.
"Hey yama he is talking about the prophecy " Said the eldest brother of Nyx .
"Yes I know, we shouldn't interrupt him luke "said yama the other older brother of Nyx. "Ahm ahm! So yes as the prophecy says in upcoming 18 years or the hundred years from that incident the Demon king who was defeated and betrayed by his own people will come back to take revenge and a beautiful young lady would lead us high humans to the path of freedom and now the time has come for our young miss to get ready to lead us to the path of peace "said the priestess.
" For sure my daughter would grow up to be the best and defeat that evil Demon king for good this time " Said Aeneas.
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"Yes sir, now let's start her baptism" Said the priestess.
The air was thick with anticipation as the sun began its descent, casting long shadows across the ancient stone temple. The infant girl, swaddled in a delicate white cloth, lay peacefully in a cradle carved from sacred oak, its wood shimmering faintly with an ethereal glow. Though only one day old, the child was destined for greatness, chosen by the gods to bear the powers needed to defeat a formidable foe threatening the land.
Elders of the temple, draped in ceremonial robes, formed a circle around the cradle, their chants resonating through the air in a hauntingly beautiful melody. The high priestess, an aura of wisdom and power surrounding her, stepped forward, carrying a crystalline vessel filled with sacred water. She approached the child with a solemn expression, her eyes shining with both pride and gravity.
“Blessed child of prophecy,” the priestess intoned, her voice echoing like a bell. She carefully poured the sacred water over the child’s forehead, the liquid glowing as it touched her skin. A warm, tingling light enveloped the infant, spreading from her head to her tiny toes, as a surge of ancient power coursed through her veins.
The waters in the vessel began to swirl and rise, forming a radiant cocoon around the child. Colors danced around her—fiery reds, tranquil blues, verdant greens, and brilliant golds—each representing the magical powers she was to receive. Though only a day old, the child’s innocent face remained serene, her tiny hands curling and uncurling as if grasping the newfound strength within her.
The elements converged in a harmonious blend, their essences imbuing the child with the ability to wield fire, water, earth, wind, lightning, light, darkness, greenery, and strength. Flames flickered in her eyes, water flowed through her spirit, the solid ground seemed to pulse beneath her, and the breeze gently caressed her skin. Lightning crackled at her fingertips, light radiated from her heart, darkness provided a protective cloak, greenery connected her to the life force of the world, and strength infused her being with unyielding potential.
The chanting grew louder, the voices of the elders blending into a powerful crescendo. The cocoon of light surrounding the infant began to fade, its glow seeping into her skin. The temple fell silent, the air thick with the tangible sense of her newfound power.
The high priestess stepped back, a serene smile gracing her lips. “You are ready, chosen one,” she whispered, her voice filled with reverence and awe. “Though you are young, the destiny that awaits you is vast. Go forth and grow, for you are the beacon of hope we have awaited.”
With a gentle nod from the high priestess, the child was lifted from the cradle by her mother, who held her close, feeling the warmth of the powers now intertwined with her daughter’s essence. As they stepped out of the temple into the twilight, the infant girl opened her eyes, a brilliant light shining within them. Though only one day old, she was no longer just a newborn—she was the world's best chance against the encroaching darkness, a symbol of hope and unyielding strength.