Fantasy Continent
In the enchanting realm known as the Fantasy Continent, a world separate from our own, mystical energies and life forces abound. Its inhabitants, possessing high spiritual power, can erect protective barriers and wield spiritual energy to repel malevolent foes. Over the course of thousands of years, the people of this land have not only harnessed the forces of nature but have also advanced into a realm of superlative technology, leading to lifespans that extend for centuries, or even millennia.
The Fantasy Continent is inhabited by various spirit beasts and noble artifacts. Spirit beasts, endowed with human-like qualities, typically fight alongside their contracted masters, while noble artifacts can transform into powerful weapons, coveted treasures for many across the continent.
This land is a tranquil paradise, fostering the free development of various talents. The royal family bear the responsibility of safeguarding the continent, and as a result, the people rarely experience life-threatening dangers. However, a dark secret looms over the continent—a secret deemed taboo by the guardian royal family. It involves the existence of another realm within the continent, a realm of illusions known as the Mirage. Few members of the royal family have ventured into this mysterious realm, and some returned successfully, while others remain forever lost. Thus, the secrets of the Mirage are shrouded in mystery.
Capital of the Kingdom of Light: Holy City
The Kingdom of Light, the most powerful nation in the east of the Fantasy Continent, boasts the grandeur of the Holy City as its capital. This city safeguards the palace of the ruling family, the Benchu Royal Family. The Benchu Palace combines classical beauty with modern technology. Public spaces, where royals and nobles gather, feature high-tech infrastructure and elegantly landscaped gardens. The residences of the royal family reflect classical Chinese architecture, surrounded by green bamboo and pine trees, protected by various spiritual barriers for the safety of the royals. The royal attire is a blend of classical and magnificent Hanfu.
As the capital of the Kingdom of Light, the Holy City naturally possesses advanced technology. Hovering trains shuttle between towering skyscrapers, transporting pedestrians to modern destinations. The air is filled with extravagant advertisements and the latest trends, with the most eye-catching event being the joint concert between the Songstresses of Light and the Kingdom of Purple at the First Concert Hall.
Capital of the Kingdom of Purple: Crystal City
The Kingdom of Purple, situated in the western part of the continent, is another formidable nation. Its capital, Crystal City, akin to the Holy City, boasts advanced technology and safeguards the palace of the ruling family, the Zi Royal Family, in the Crystal Palace. If the palace of the Benchu Royal Family is a fusion of ancient Eastern palaces and Western castles, the Zi Royal Family's palace is a crystalline construction resembling a pure Western castle. The royal attire leans towards Western courtly fashion.
Kingdom of Light: Light Swords
The Kingdom of Light is renowned for producing Light Swords, blades driven by the will of the wielder, capable of extending and transforming at will. Light Swords often emit dazzling lights corresponding to the personality of their masters. The length and shape that a Light Sword can reach depend on the wielder's will, talent, and the quality of the sword itself. While most people can only extend their Light Swords to a few meters and make slight transformations, such as turning them into knives, exceptionally talented individuals with high-quality Light Swords can extend them to tens of meters and perform more complex transformations, such as turning them into shield shapes.
Light Swords originate from the natural world. Countless ancestors discovered and formed bonds with various types of Light Swords. Heroic tales about Light Swords are among the cherished topics for the people of the Kingdom of Light. Light Swords have a lifespan, gradually losing their radiance through continuous use and wear. The Kingdom of Light has a sacred place called the Grave of the Sword. Passed down through generations, Light Swords, whose lifespan has come to an end, turn to dust, and their souls return to the Grave of the Sword, awaiting the next encounter with a destined individual.
Legend has it that the Benchu Royal Family possesses a divine artifact capable of surpassing physical limitations—the Sword of the Light Deity. It can extend to infinite lengths and take any form under the control of the wielder's will. Although the Benchu Royal Family has never officially disclosed the Sword of the Light Deity, neither have they denied its existence. The legend of the Sword of the Light Deity adds an air of mystery to the powerful royal family of the Eastern Continent.
Kingdom of Purple: Songstresses
In contrast to the martial prowess of the Kingdom of Light, the Kingdom of Purple excels in culture and songstresses. In the capital, Crystal City, there is a comprehensive cultural campus that integrates high school and university education—Saint Purple Orchid Academy. Students here primarily hone and develop their talents in various performing arts. They form numerous clubs, such as the Singing Club, Dance Club, Opera Club, Film and Television Club, Instrument Club, and more. Kingdom of Purple's music and film industry is highly esteemed worldwide, with many famous stars originating from Saint Purple Orchid Academy. Some students at Saint Purple Orchid have gained international acclaim even before completing their studies.
The protagonist of this story, Kimoon, is a third-year student at Saint Purple Orchid and currently the world's most sought-after superstar songstress.
In the 231st year of the Benchu Era, Capital of the Kingdom of Light: Holy City, First Concert Hall
On the stage of the First Concert Hall in the Holy City, songstresses from the Kingdom of Light and the Kingdom of Purple take turns to perform, captivating the audience with mesmerizing songs that evoke various emotions—be it intoxication, exhilaration, sentiment, or passion. This event marks an extraordinary collaboration between the two major Eastern and Western nations in recent centuries. The audience, filled not only with spectators from around the world but also with the royal families of both nations—the Benchu Royal Family and the Zi Royal Family—are present.
The current king of the Kingdom of Light, Feng Mo of the Benchu Royal Family, in his prime, has been ruling the kingdom for over a decade. His wife is the younger sister of the current queen of the Kingdom of Purple, Zi Shizuru. The two were married three years ago and have a son just over a year old. Their union has paved the way for unprecedented cooperation and progress between the two kingdoms.
Feng Mo has two younger sisters, twins born together, named Kikyo and Zui Ai. Zui Ai, who has a daughter named Ruo Pu, is twenty years old. According to the tradition of the Kingdom of Light, the king's sisters and female members of the royal family are all princesses, making these three the first, second, and third princesses, respectively.
On the stage at this moment is Kimoon, the renowned songstress from Saint Purple Orchid. As the veil is lifted, the audience erupts into thunderous cheers, instantly igniting an atmosphere of celebration. Kimoon is performing one of her famous songs, also taking center stage as the main dancer. Amidst this grand celebration, Benchu Zui Ai of the Kingdom of Light and Zi Shizuru of the Kingdom of Purple, while enjoying the spectacle, find their thoughts wandering, reminiscing about the times they had interacted with Kimoon.