Ali

As the limousine carrying Mer, Shi, and Birsha disappeared into the distance, I couldn't help but feel a profound sense of both determination and loss. My heart aches at the thought of leaving behind the friends who had become my family, but the weight of my duty as the Queen presses upon me. I have a kingdom to protect, and I had to face Vex, to ensure the safety of my family.

After their departure, I make my way to where my father is. The room is adorned with the trappings of leadership, and portraits of my ancestors gaze down at me from the walls, a reminder of the legacy I carry on my shoulders. The presence of my father's spirit is palpable in the room, and I felt a deep connection to the history of my people.

My father was a wise and just leader, and his guidance had been invaluable in shaping me into the leader I had become. I had often sought his counsel, and in this moment of great uncertainty, I needed his wisdom.

As I entered the chamber, I found my father's laying frai