Chapter 10 - The Dawn of a New King
The dark clouds that had hung over Sunspire for five agonizing years evaporated into nothingness, replaced by a radiant, warm morning sun that blanketed the land in gold.
Weeks later, the Great Hall was filled to capacity once again. But this time, there were no scoffing lords or divided classes. Street children in clean linen sat alongside noble knights, and common farmers shared tables with court scholars.
Regent Malakor had been banished to the far northern mines to answer for his crimes, while Commander Kael was named High Protector of the Realm.
At the end of the hall, seated upon the golden throne, was Eli. He wore simple, comfortable robes—refusing lavish silks—and atop his head rested the light, glowing Crown of the First Dawn.
Martha stood beside the throne, handing the young king a plate of fresh pastries, while Jax and the street children stood proudly as the King’s Royal Guard.
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Eli looked out over the crowded hall, seeing smiles, laughter, and unity where there was once only fear and division. He smiled softly, placing his hand over his heart. The street boy who opened the vault had finally brought his people home.
The End.
