The Blood of Fate ✧ min yoongi ✓

𝐓 𝐖 𝐄 𝐍 𝐓 𝐘 - 𝐓 𝐖 𝐎

CHAPTER 21 | THE CROWNED OUTCOME

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The fight is finally over in Solitude. Soma Lazarus has fallen to her demise, and the city is now free from her torment. The slaves and Wooden Elves cheer in victory, thankful that they're finally free and that their home has been reclaimed back to them. But before the real celebration starts, we all stand on the beachside and watch as caskets of our fallen soldiers are gently placed in a boat. I walked towards them and slightly gave it a push, watching them join with the water.

Elirodoro cries in grief and watches as an Alvar readys an arrow and puts the tip into the flames besides them, igniting the shot.

"May the Gods guide their souls to a more peaceful world," Yoongi says and looks at Akeldama's boat that floats away. "And may them rest in peace, forevermore."

I looked at the Alvar and nod my head, "Ready your aim," I announced. He nods back and raises his arms, pointing the ignited arrow up into the sky, "Now."

He lets go of the arrow and lands a perfect direct hit on the dry hay, creating a large fire in the boats. Elirodoro falls down to his knees, "This cannot be happening. It's all my fault," he mumbles as he breaks down.

I crouched next to him and held onto his shoulder, "Nothing is your fault. Her death will not be in vain, nor will her existence will be forgotten. She was a great leader, and a council member."

Everyone sighs out heavily and turn their backs, walking away back into the Solitude Keep. I helped Elirodoro get back up onto his feet and guide his direction towards where the celebration will be kept.

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I was hailed by crowds of the citizens and accountants of the city as I entered the throne room. Warriors made an overhead arch with their blades lifted in the air. Red carpet lay beneath my feet, pots of fire burned, and the bystanders who were standing to the side behind the warriors bowed their heads. I took a look around, feeling a tremendous emotion of superiority.

As a councilman proclaimed loudly, I continued my walk under the swords. I turned to my sides to see many heads bow their attention to the ground. "All hail her Grace Nyx, first of her name, The Unburnt, Queen of the Unchained, Champion of Solitude, and the first men. Protector of the Realm and the rightful Lord of the Seven Kingdoms!"

As I got to the top of the alter, the councilman placed a steel crown on my head, and the other royals smiled upon. Everyone cheered as I sat down.

The councilman gave me a steel crown as I ascended the alter, and the other royals watched as he did so while grinning. I sat down to everyone's jubilation. The populace applauded, relieved to be free of the terrible dictatorship of Soma Lazaurus once and for all.

"Now! Let us happily celebrate! The bonds are broken, and freedom has come!" As everyone hastily disperses and starts tossing decorations throughout the hall, an elf yells with excitement.

Yoongi and I exchanged glances in the meantime. This time, it felt different. I was glad to have him at my side. We both smiled and nodded as he walked off to wherever he pleased.

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I sat in the throne room where the celebration was being held. Food was placed on the table such as pig, beef, sausages, turkey, and even varieties of fruits and wine. I held the turkey leg in my palm and stripped away the meat with my teeth, swallowing such delicate meat.

Everyone danced and played music, holding hands and tap dancing to match the rhythm. Some were even kissing and making out, while many were passed out drunk. Everyone was finally having fun and freedom since the death of Soma. It's just proof that the world will be a better place without the House Lazarus being around.

An elf stands up on their table and clings their cup with their dagger, catching everyone's attention. I looked up at him as he smiles proudly to make this announcement, "My dear friends and family, brothers and sisters, the fight of Solitude has been made, and we thankfully won. The Gods were on our side by sending us help," he looks at me and smiles, "The help from Nyx and her soldiers. Without her, Soma would have won, and we all would parish. It is Nyx who shall be the next ruler of Solitude!"

My eyes widen, "Wait, I thought I was crowned as a champion, not a Queen. I can't possibly rule a Kingdom—" I tried to explain, but was carried by four men who placed me gently down onto the throne chair. I looked at everyone in shock as the wood elves bow down to me.

"Nyx, the Executioner," They call me.

I looked at Yoongi who nodded, giving a smile. I don't know why I even looked at him, but something told me to. I was subconsciously drawn to him, I just couldn't put the pieces together.

Why am I so attracted to him?

I sighed and raise my wine glass up in the air, "Today is a remarkable day of history, and this moment shall spread around like the blood of our enemies. Soma Lazarus is finally dead, but that doesn't mean the war is over; yet. Despite that our fight continues to rage on, we will keep pushing forward and give them a taste of what's coming for them!"

Everybody cheers, making "oo-rah!" chants, clinging their swords against their shields.

"One enemy down, and many more to come. We will wipe out all evil, all corruption, and bring prosperity to all innocents! I refuse to back down, I refuse to give in, and I refuse to watch you all suffer by House Lazarus. You are not my slaves, you are my comrades, my friends, my people. I do not own you, in fact—I owe you my biggest appreciation for you all joining me into this fight. You didn't have to, but yet you did," I raised up my glass even higher, "Peace! Freedom! And death to our tormentors!"

"Death to them all!" They all screamed out as the music cues back and everyone else dances.

I smiled at the scene that's unfolding in front of me.

It was truly blossoming.