The air was heavy with sorrow as the people of Eldoria gathered for King Edwin's funeral. A somber silence filled the grand hall where his body lay in state, draped in the royal colors of deep crimson and gold. The flickering candles cast a soft glow, illuminating the grief-stricken faces of those who had come to pay their respects.
Akira, Kael, Blacky, Maya, and Rylan stood together, their expressions mirroring the sadness that hung in the air. They watched as Queen Elara approached the coffin, her face pale and drawn. The loss of her husband weighed heavily on her, and the entire kingdom mourned with her.
Selene, who had rejoined the group briefly for the funeral, stood at the back of the hall. She had decided to return to her home afterward, feeling the need to reflect on recent events in solitude.
As the ceremony progressed, the royal advisor stepped forward to address the crowd. His voice echoed through the hall, filled with the gravity of the situation.
