Tale of the Great Uran
Uran was originally a large area governed by nomadic tribes, according to the history I learned from my educator Frisca... They established themselves along the banks of the Rayya River, which flows quietly through the lush Uran region.
Then the gaze of the outside world was drawn to Uran's beauty. She had been conquered for almost a century. Uran was submerged in sorrow and suffering under the authority of that foreign empire. Every day, the residents of Uran battled to stay alive. The oppressors gravely injured Uran with enslavement, poverty, plundering, and cultural ruin. Then a young man from the Yakul tribe stood out against the terrible suppressing authority...
Risyan Yakul ... He assembled men and women, warriors, and the bravery to battle the colonists. The independence struggle lasted 20 years. With the assistance of Risyan and his supporters, Uran became a free country... Many people trusted Risyan and requested him to govern Uran. As a result, the Yakuls, Uran's Royal Family, were born. They quickly transform Uran into a magnificent kingdom. Risyan Yakul, the first King of Uran, and the other early inhabited Uran tribes became the nobility. Risyan acquired the name Allblaze as his Royal Surname and capital name after learning from the outside world and royalty.
After 7 centuries... The descendants of Risyan Yakul Allblaze now rule Uran, carrying on his heritage. It is the world's most beautiful and prosperous kingdom. Within its walls are a powerful military base, agricultural land, and tranquillity. Uran and Uranians are considered the greatest humans by others.
My eldest brother, the present King, Canael Yakul Allblaze, a 34-year-old King, is known across the world as the most benign and powerful King of all time. He is the King who shaped Uran into the magnificent city it is today. Many more individuals from other countries migrated to Uran in search of a better life.
He became King of Uran at the age of 14 and oversaw 20 battles, 14 successful expeditions, and more than 100 development initiatives throughout the kingdom. Canael the Great, Lord of the Seven Mountains, and God of Uran are some of his titles. He married Titanya Hander, the daughter of late minister Gormi Hander, whom he had known since childhood. He only chose one woman to be his Queen and wife. Princess Cizilin Yakul Allblaze is their daughter.
Forthy, I can't accept the statements of a traitor, Donte Hollip, my maternal uncle, who conspired with terrorist bands to overthrow Uran's throne. My Father Osires Yakul Allblaze and his wife, including my mother, were assassinated by him and his men. Shazi, my brother, and then-commander of the royal army, and Jozam Lingol, Shazi's father, counterattacked and crushed the rebel force led by my uncle 20 years ago. I have never seen him since he was expelled from the Kingdom. The Hollip aristocratic family's whole history was obliterated from Uran's annals. I'm not going to fall for his deception... I need to discover the truth and put an end to him for good. I will never question my brother... While he defends Uran's walls and its people, this time, I have to defend him. After all, I learnt everything from him...
After a lengthy journey, we arrived at Uran. Uranians greeted us, their heroes, by chanting our national anthems and creating a flower bed on the path we drove.
We marched boldly past our homeland's warm welcome. From the Yakul Palace, the King and his officials, Princess Arinael and her sons, and Ellanora were watching our triumphant army march into Uran's capital city Allblaze.
My heart, however, has been in severe sorrow since meeting my uncle. His comments stayed with me. I and Shazi entered Yakul Palace through the gates and made our way to the royal entrance.
"Your Majesty, Prince Esanael has displayed his bravery and strength in battle; isn't it time to give him some responsibility as a ruler?" Alberti Ozen, the Prime Minister, recommended
We faced the king and his court official as they headed toward the regal entrance.
"I believe so, but not yet. He has to learn more." A monarch is not chosen based on his military prowess. There are numerous additional things he must accomplish... let us wait a little longer." A powerful figure spoke majestically. The appearance itself was very ceremonious. His hue and magnificent air elevate him much higher to the position of King of Uran. My brother's glorious mien always makes me proud. Kneeling in front of him comes naturally.
"My leef* Esa... My brother, I am proud of you today as your brother and King of Uran. You exemplified the daring and diversity that a successful leader possesses. I, Canael Yakul Allblaze of Uran, now proclaim this day a national holiday in honour of Prince Esanael Yakul Allblaze's victory over Isthon and the annexation of that region to Uran... Today, let us celebrate by feasting on Prince's favourite dishes and distributing sweets across the capital. This triumph ought to be memorialised in our history… My younger brother proved today that he is worthy of being the Prince of Uran." Those thunderous remarks rang around the court. Everyone applauded and agreed with him.
Long live the King!
Long Live the King!
Long live His Highness Esanael!
Long Live His Highness Esanael!
Long Live the Great Uran!
Long Live the Great Uran!
After seeing my brother's warm and kind grin, I began to have qualms about my uncle's statements. I found those words hard to believe.
How can I take such remarks seriously after all these years of being raised by my brother? I must be insane… I even heard such words... Let's just forget about those... I attempted to forget about unpleasant memories and focus on our kingdom's feast and joy...
The palace banquet hall hosted a large feast that night. The King personally attended with everyone. I was content. I had a great day with my family and friends like I usually do.
"Oh! Like our brother, my younger brother has matured into a lovely young man... I can't believe it, I recall you running about the castle bare, weeping for your brother like yesterday"... As usual, my sister princess Arineal began to torment me.
"Sister... please don't humiliate me... "I'm going to inform my brother"... I told her I was hiding my face.
"Aww! I believe he is still a child, his brother's favourite." She guffawed.
Reily Loudfly, her eldest son, commented, "Mother is quite harsh these days Uncle Esa, even father can't stand it." My sister married Edwards Loudfly, the royal army's general. Reily and Rayhan Loudfly are their twin sons.
"That's because your mother scares your father more than a horde of barbarians"... My brother arrived with Queen Titanya and Princess Cizilin.
"Brother, Sister in law"... As they embraced me, I called them.
"How come you're comparing me to a horde of barbarians?" Arineal threw a tantrum as usual.
"Oh! My goodness, Shaltow see her and Serneal, in the old days, they were the roguish ones in the palace… They once stole a horse from Father and went on a ride in the wetland, running over a corps of farmers, and Father had to personally pay for all the damage"... my brother remembered Arineal and her twin sister Serneal. Everyone began giggling and having a good time at the banquet. Despite my effort to clear my mind, my uncle keeps breaking into my consciousness.
"What? That was once... We never caused as much havoc as you and Shazi did... You two even travelled beyond Uran to fight with a rebel group and got into problems, so our father had to send uncle Jozam and his army to liberate you from Yathri... Do you want me to go into further depth about the punishment you two received?"... My sister gave me a witchy grin.
"What! Umm… Let's put our past aside for the time being and rejoice in Esa's victory"... My brother's mortified expression is hilarious...
"What are you going to go into further depth about?" Shazi arrived at our table with his drink...
"Shazi, it's nothing; I forbid you to ask any more questions"... My brother frowned at Shazi, which was rather hilarious, and I wanted to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to tease him even more.
"Since it's my special day, I'd like to hear more about what happened afterwards, so please elaborate"... I asked
Hahaha… "I believe Shazi dug his own grave..." Queen remarked...
"Yes, we're curious"... Reily, Rayhan, and Cizilin enthusiastically inquired.
"Well, once Jozam returned them from Yathri, they both had to go through two months of training by Jozam himself, which is the scariest in all of Uran, and then assist the agricultural fields for three months while simultaneously writing a travelogue about their journey"... My sister burst out laughing at this. "Well, you may borrow that travelogue from the royal library; it's called "Sneaked out Journey to Yathri, with My Companion in Crime." Father personally named it... what an honour!" Everyone joined in on the hilarity.
"Brilliant! "I have to read that." I chuckled and said
"Yes, that book has the tale of 500 Uranian gold"... Shazi, drinking his wine and raising one brow, remarked
My brother and I both stared at him, stunned... Then we turned to one other and said, "You too?" "I believe it is familial," I said.
"Hahaha... like the older brother, younger brother"... Shazi remarked.
I was savouring the moment when my gaze was drawn to a late-arriving guest. My love, Ellanora Ozen, daughter of Prime Minister Alberti Ozen. I fell in love with her when I was younger. She is the most exquisite woman I've ever seen. I smiled at her, and she gave me a loving wink.
"I'll be back"... I told the group
"I'd want to speak with you about Ellanora's matter; let's meet with Alberti Ozen as soon as possible; we can't let you escape like this." Let's organise a wed while the euphoria of your triumph lasts"... My brother recommended
I had a good time... Nora fantasises of a spectacular royal wed... " Yes, brother, you can decide"… I answered and proceeded to Ellanora.
I heard my sister seeking permission for my brother to array my wed, then I noticed a set of eyes peering at me from the corner. I tracked down the glare's roots. My uncle's henchman, Folin Ross. I was obliged to grin back as he smiled and raised his glass to me.
"My Prince, you are a sluggish walker"... Ellanora approached me and hugged me before kissing my cheek. "I missed you terribly"... She beamed.
"I missed you unduly, my leef, sweetheart, Nora"… I wrapped my arms around her and kissed her blossomed red lips like a rose. My hands searched her back for an opening to feel her exposed warm skin, unable to resist touching her.
"We're at the banquet, let's walkout," she remarked, breaking my kiss.
"Yes"… I followed her down the hall... People were waiting outside the hall to praise me, which drove us impatient. When I saw an outlet, I grabbed Nora's hands and set off running through the palace's corridors towards the inner garden. With her, I feel so joyful and at ease. My jittery heart is soothed by her smile and kisses. She is my unending love.
(Leef - dear, dearest or beloved)