In an ancient kingdom, a mother remained silent, tormented by the guilt of her acts of lust and betrayal, while a father, consumed by jealousy and pride, shared this oppressive silence. One day, an oracle prophesied to a queen:
"You shall bear a wonderful son, a child destined to become the most famous in the world. He will be the long-awaited messiah of his time. But beware not to reveal his divine origin, for if he learns of it, he will curse the world and become the most feared demon in the universe."
The queen, though shocked by this prophecy, found some comfort in the thought of giving birth to a savior. However, the king, warned by the oracle of future conflicts, allowed himself to be possessed by a malignant spirit, a sinister omen for their lives to come.
The queen, doubting the king's loyalty, chose a lover and gave birth to a boy named Azriel. This child grew up in a home filled with love and joy, unaware of the whispers surrounding his mother's indiscretions, a silence that, naturally, suited her.
One night, the queen's lover, a noble knight, was discovered by the king. A fierce duel ensued, their swords clashing under the moonlight. The knight, despite his bravery, was no match for the king's fury, and fell mortally wounded. As he lay dying, he swore to the queen that their son would rise above the darkness.
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Azriel or the Divine Secret
Short StoryIn an ancient kingdom, a mother remained silent, tormented by the guilt of her acts of lust and betrayal, while a father, consumed by jealousy and pride, shared this oppressive silence. One day, an oracle prophesied to the Queen:
