The Cursed Throne of Yanxi

The city buzzed with renewed hope, the people rallying around their princess as the rightful heir to the throne. Yuelin's p

rst to support her claim, now acted as her chief advisor. Zhiyuan, ever watchful and steadfast, sto

ow of Regent Xuan loomed over every discussion. His absence from public a

but faith alone will not repair the kingdom. The noble houses are divided, their l

power quietly. He's biding his time, waiting for the perfect moment to strike. W

't risk alienating the nobles. If we move too forcefully, we may push th

ds ever did. His power doesn't come from the throne alone-it's his connection to the dark forces th

w. "You believe he's delv

ut its remnants still linger in the shadows. Xuan is likely harnessing that resi

counter it with light. Mei, I trust you to uncover the truth behind his plans. Lady Han, reach out to the noble houses.

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sponsibilities pressing heavily on her shoulders. The Phoenix Amulet hung around her neck, i

he ancient cherry blossoms. The soft rustling of the wi

l, Princess," a voice sai

ng from the shadows, her staff

voice soft. "I didn't

. "You're the heart of this kingdom now. It's

Do you think I'm doing the right thing? Trying to re

the easiest. You're trying to mend what others would simply cast

glistening. "Thank you. Your

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ld council with his loyalists. The chamber was dimly li

ns are nearly complete, my lord," the figure intoned. "The power of the curse still lingers,

Let the fools celebrate their fleeting victory. By the

cess. Her connection to the Phoenix Amulet complicates m

the ritual-and ensure that the Princess does not interfere. If she values

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occurrences began to plague the capital-crops withering overnight, rive

s. Some pledged their loyalty wholeheartedly, inspired by her r

around the palace. She grew increasingly certain that Xuan's plans were tied

lling day and night. Yet even he could not shake the feel

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the palace balcony overlooking the city,

n an attack on the western outpost. Su

t sank. "What

that moved like living creatures, consuming everything

come," she said. "Xuan is making his move. If we don't act no

t him head-on. Mei, prepare whatever magic we need. Zhiy

, Yuelin gripped the Phoenix Amule

them, and there w

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