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Chapter 10 - New Dawn

A NEW DAY IN OLYMPIA

[The three kings (Egan, Cicero, and Icarus) have gathered together to discuss their move against the Persian invasion.]

Cicero:

So, What do we do?

We've got less time I guess?

Icarus:

Yeah!

No one knows when they'll come.

Egan:

As far we know, they've planned to tear Greece down. The only way to do that is to tear us apart.

Icarus:

What do you mean?

Egan:

I'm telling they need time.

Cicero:

Do you have any plans?

Egan:

Strike them before they do.

A Surprise attack!

Icarus:

Then we need other kings to join us.

Shall we speak with Adrian?

Egan:

Athens will not participate in this war.

Icarus:

Why?

Egan:

King Aegeus is sick.

He needs to be there.

Cicero:

Egan is right.

So, shall we invite others?

Egan:

No!

Icarus:

Why?

Egan:

He asked you to betray Greece.

What if there is someone who is invited other than you?

Cicero:

I agree with him.

Icarus:

So, it's just us.

Three kingdoms against an empire?

Egan:

Do you doubt the Spartans, Icarus?

Icarus:

What!

How could I!

I'm a Spartan and I know our power!

Egan:

Years before King Leonidas went on a war with the Persian king Xerxes just with 300 spartans!

Now we go with an army.

So, there is no need to be afraid.

ATHENS

CORONATION OF ADRIAN.

[The whole city was gathered in front of the palace to witness the crowing of Adrian. The kings were invited but the news didn't reach much. As Aegeus was getting sicker Adrian accepts his dad's wish and becomes the next king...]

[The whole of Athens was gathered in front of the palace. A big stage was constructed for the ceremony to take place. Aegeus was brought there in a cavern and made to sit over the stage. The soldiers were gathered to welcome the new king. An army of 500 Athenian warriors started to march towards the stage. At their back, Adrian followed them on his horse wearing a golden armor. The people started to shout and praise in harmony showering the flowers over their new king. The eyes of Aegeus melted as he became so happy to see his people love Adrian more. The Warriors moved aside as they reached the stage. As he reached their destination Adrian got down from his horse and made his way to the stage.]

[Adrian came up and he was given a roll of cloth which carries the proclamation and the oath to become a king. He takes it and reads loudly as the people became silent.]

Adrian:

I, Adrian, Son of King Aegeus promise to bear the faith of the people of Athens and give my word that I will rule my city in a way it will prosper in upcoming days.

(Giving away the roll)

I promise you, my people, the time has come for us to prosper. We lost many things because of the flood. Now it's time we take back what is lost and I promise you I will bring the future we all dream of.

I promise.

Will you accept me as your king?

[A roaring sound emerges from the people as they accept Adrian as their new king. Aegeus gets up from his chair. Two soldiers carry him on each shoulder. The crown was brought and Aegeus takes it to crown his son. Adrian came forward and knelt down. Aegeus placed the crown over Adrian's head and finally, Adrian was pronounced as the new king.]

Aegeus:

I'm proud of you son!

I fulfilled my duty.

Now our future is in your hands.

The hope of our people is you.

Please don't break it.

[and faints....]

Adrian:

Father! Father!!

[The soldiers rushed there while the people started to shout and try to come forward.]

The Commander:

Stop the crowd!

Adrian:

Father! Fath..!

[The soldiers took him inside the palace. Adrian followed them sobbing.]

THE JUNGLE

[The tireless journey of Eugene led him to a dense jungle. He moves along it and after covering some distance he saw a huge rock blocking his way.]

Eugene:

Oh my god!

What a giant rock!

[He moved sideways and saw a sharp thing sprouting from the rock.]

Eugene:

What the hell is this?

[He went near it and slowly touched it. It was very sharp as it can cut heavy rocks into pieces.]

Eugene:

I can use it as a knife I guess.

[And tries to cut it down. He took a heavy stone and started to beat it so constantly. At a moment the ground started to shake. ]

Eugene:

What is happening?

[The giant rock started to roll and it changed into...an one-eyed monster. It was so big and had sharp teeth along with sharp nails from its hand. The whole body was made of rocks.]

Eugene:

Holy fuck!

[It turned back towards Eugene. He drew out his spear and with no fear he tries to confront the monster. Suddenly he sees something glowing in the forehead of the monster.]

Eugene:

What is that glowing?

[He keenly stares at that... His face started to change.]

Eugene:

A CRYSTAL!

Holy Crap!!

How am I gonna get that?....