Short Stories

A Fair Queens Tribute - Lydia

The people of Sulat gather around the tower for celebration of the day of the firebird. This day was very important to the region as the firebird or Phoenix in pure definition once saved the Queen herself and gives off the most elegant light. The title of firebird was Given to Aurora. The Queens handmaiden and closest companion out of respect. Also to make this day one to celebrate her arrival to the kingdom many years ago. She did not like to approach Aurora as handmaiden. She thought of her as an equal. A sister even. Queen Lydia, her proud sister Mithra, handmaiden Aurora, the beloved princess young Inahime, Commandant Attano, his lovely wife Veronica, and executioner Durga sit above the people within the observation balcony of the tower. Lydia was always smiling. She was a very pleasant queen bent on giving their people the most graceful existence possible. Being an omen she could see most negatives coming to or within the region with premonition. So most threats could be countered rather easily. She turns to Aurora with a big smile on her face.

Lydia: Aurora, Are the preparations for the firebird display prepared?

Aurora: Everything is ready but the bird herself. Shall I go to ready?

Lydia: Yes. Await my signal. Let's give the people the show they deserve.

Ina: May I come with you?

Aurora: Not this time princess. Stay here with your mother and enjoy the show ok. I'll add in something special just for you.

Ina: OK!

She says excitedly with a big smile. Aurora kisses her on the forehead before exiting. Ina takes a seat next to Lydia, eagerly awaiting the firebird.

Lydia: It is such a joy to watch the people of Sulat, to watch our people smile and celebrate the face of this region.

Ina: It's because of how amazing my mommy the Queen is!

Attano: And how adorable her little princess is.

He says smiling down at her and placing his hand on her shoulder.

Lydia: We all work to bring about a happy and united kingdom. It is not just myself. Shall we begin?

Ina: She's ready already?

Durga: Never underestimate our dear ladies potential to entertain.

Ina: Then yes! Let's start as soon as possible!

Lydia stands and approaches the edge of the balcony. Before speaking she turns back and holds out her hand for princess Ina who quickly jumps up and joins her.

Lydia: Wonderful people of Sulat, I thank you for joining me on this day to celebrate our regions greatest symbol.

Citizen: Second to our most beloved Queen!

The people of Sulat cheer and chant at the outburst. All showing their love for their queen.

Lydia: What is a queen without her people. Any queen with people like those of Sulat would be blessed. Bound to the beauty of life's light through the spirits of you all. You make me who I am and you deserve all the praise and respect that you have given me in the passing years. We make this kingdom together!

Once more the crowd roars. Lydia takes a look to the sky noticing a flame toward the top of the tower. She smiles as this let her know Aurora was ready.

Lydia: Without further ado to honor Sulat and it's people I give to you, our regions true symbol!

The people Cheer as Lydia lights the candle in  front of her. This sends up a light blue smoke signal to Aurora. A pair of giant flaming wings closely follow spreading from the top of the tower. The people were awestruck from this alone. It's illuminating flame glisten creating an aurora within the sky as it further emerges from atop the tower revealing it's full form. The people exclaim at the sight as the firebird dives toward them swooping up just above them.