(UNDER HEAVY EDITING!!) Stellar Serenade: Cosmic Connections

Chapter 32: The Keeper Of The Tombs

The shifting sands around the temple whispered and hissed ancient secrets,  as Luminara and Umbra turned to face the rising figure, they were met with an unexpected sight—a girl gracefully emerging from the sands. Her movements were like a delicate dance, ethereal and weightless, her body swayed gently, constantly having to hold her head up with her hand, she looked like she was constantly on the fritz, like a puppet on strings.

The girl's presence radiated a celestial grace that echoed her optimistic and charismatic demeanor. Her silky white hair flowed like moonlit strands, cascading down her back in gentle waves and covering her eyes. Adorned with yellow and gold hieroglyphs that lined the edges of her hair and traced her fingers, she carried an air of ancient wisdom and celestial heritage.

The girl's wings added a celestial touch to her already striking appearance. The feathers were a mesmerizing blend of black, white, red, and orange, creating an abstract painting  that echoed the colors of sunrise and sunset. Each feather was meticulously marked with swirly lines and striped patterns of butter yellow and canary yellow overlapped in celestial harmony.

As she moved, her wings unfolded gracefully, catching the astral light and casting celestial hues across the surroundings. The celestial patterns on her wings seemed to dance with the astral winds, a celestial display of divine craftsmanship. The feathers rustled softly with each step, a celestial melody that accompanied her every movement.

Her wings were not just a celestial adornment; they were a symbol of her unknown heritage, a testament to the celestial realms she guarded and the thousands battles she had fought. As she extended her wings, the celestial patterns seemed to glow with an otherworldly light, reflecting the celestial energy that flowed within her.

Her wings were drooped down and dragged against the floor, as if they were too heavy for her to carry by herself. Her wings just hung loosely from her back and swayed in the same motion as she did.

Hung around her back was probably the biggest sword Luminara had ever seen,  its handle plated in carnelian and gold. The sword seemed to be 8 feet tall, its design was medieval but still ancient. Chains were wrapped around the handle of her sword and her legs, it made a ringing and clinging sound every time she swayed.

Her Sienna-colored skin added a warm glow to her appearance, multiple swirly marks of gold and yellow were engraved on her skin, complementing the gold colored breastplate that adorned her torso. The intricate design shimmered in the light, reflecting her strength and combat prowess. A scarab waist necklace adorned her hips, a symbol of protection and divine favor. The black tunic beneath the breastplate hinted at her strength, highlighting the splash of color against the celestial tones.

A silky yellow and orange skirt swayed with her every step, catching the astral winds as she moved. The sun-designed earrings dangled gracefully, catching the light with each movement. Her curvy body, standing at 5'4 feet tall, held both strength and elegance, a testament to her combat skills and celestial heritage.

Her outfit mirrored her personality—optimistic, charismatic, and rooted in celestial traditions. As she walked, the celestial symbols on her body seemed to come alive, telling tales of battles fought, wisdom gained, and the unwavering spirit of a celestial guardian.

"Don't you take another step!- Please"

"Hello! I'm Ravewyn, keeper of this tomb. Please leave; you are trespassing," Ravewyn greeted them politely, her voice carrying a soft melody. Her appearance was as enigmatic as the ruins themselves.Her fingers held a celestial glow, reflecting the wisdom of countless ages, it was almost hypnotizing. 

"I'm sorry, but we need this pendant" Luminara said. "I can't hand the Ankh pendant over, please return it." Ravewyn asked, her body leaning forward, she stepped forward with such weight it looked like she was dragging herself, her hand was laid forward, gesturing to them to hand over the pendant.

"Move aside!" Umbra ordered, his tone harsh and uncompromising. Ravewyn flinched, her body moving backwards by an inch. Luminara held his shoulder, trying to signal him to shut up. 

He didn't.

"Please don't order me around. You're trespassing the ruins of resurrection. If you don't mind, please leave," Ravewyn replied, her fingers delicately fiddling with the hilt of the sword at her side. Ravewyn stepped to the left, gently smiling. 

"If you won't move, I'll make you," Umbra scowled, his wings unfurling ominously. It look Luminara a second to realize this but the wings were entirely made of shadows, probably why he could blink them in and out of existence. 

"You have wings?!" Luminara exclaimed.

"Wings against wings?" Umbra smirked.

"That's pointless" Luminara sighed.

"Shh!" Umbra said, elbowing her.

"Hey- that's my job! Elbowing is my job!" Luminara grumbled. Ravewyn winced, her wings jerked back.

Umbra charged forward, pinning Ravewyn down against the floor.

"Don't touch me," Ravewyn growled, unsheathing her sword with celestial grace. Luminara caught the first glance of Ravewyn's eyes, one was a deep aquamarine blue and the other eye was half black, the other half was white, and her pupil was a swirly line with multiple triangles around it in the colors of yellow and orange, matching her wings. The eyes glistened with such intensity Luminara was struck by it. In swift movement, she flipped over, pinning Umbra down instead. "If you don't agree to leave respectfully..."

"my fingers might just.. slip," she chuckled, her voice retaining its softness even in the face of confrontation. Her massive sword edged closer towards Umbra's heart.

"Don't touch him!" Luminara shouted, leaping forward and delivering an impactful kick to Ravewyn. "We just need the pendant to revive Aral and Horus," she confessed, hoping to reason with the mysterious guardian.

Ravewyn seemed to recoil at the mention of Horus's name. "You—you know Horus? God of kingship, healing, protection, and the sky?!" she gasped, her celestial eyes widening in disbelief.

Luminara and Umbra exchanged puzzled glances. "He's a god?!" They asked each other in unison, realization dawning upon them.

The temple's air seemed to shimmer with an unspoken connection as Ravewyn, still poised with her sword, stared at the two intruders. The celestial winds carried a sense of tension, and Luminara and Umbra hesitated, unsure of how to proceed.

Ravewyn, recovering from the surprise of their revelation, slowly stood up and sheathed her sword. "You... you seek the pendant for a noble cause. I did not know Horus's influence reached beyond the celestial realms," she admitted, her eyes now holding a mix of curiosity and contemplation.

Luminara and Umbra exchanged glances once more, uncertain of how to navigate this unexpected twist. Ravewyn, however, seemed to soften, her celestial demeanor becoming more approachable.

"I apologize for the aggression. The ruins are guarded for a reason, but if your purpose aligns with the divine, perhaps we can find a way to work together," Ravewyn suggested, extending an olive branch of understanding.

Luminara and Umbra nodded, grateful for the chance to explain their mission. The shifting sands around the temple seemed to settle, and as Ravewyn guided them deeper into the celestial structure, the trio embarked on an unforeseen alliance, united by the celestial threads of fate and a shared goal—the revival of Horus and Aral.