MOONLIGHT PROMISES

the previous night-the soft sounds of the garden, the warm glow of the palace and Prince Zayn's gentle sm

where she had spoken, the quiet murmur of voices in the twilight garden and most of all, the intense look in the mysterious prince's eyes. Yet what stayed with her was the small

uiet spot under the old olive tree behind her house.

t archway where truth and legacy meet. Beware the illusions of the past, for

The words reminded her of a hidden door she had seen during her palace tour-a door veiled by ivy and mystery, rumored to

mple traveling cloak and made her way to the palace. The grand building stood silho

elt as if they whispered hidden truths. Soon she reached the moonlight archway and be

torches. Their light danced on walls adorned with old symbols and faded murals. The cool, musty air remind

e opened it and stepped into a spacious chamber. This hidden archive was filled with ancient scrolls and le

picted a grand celebration between a noble maiden and a brave prince. But as Carina studied it further, she saw

aw a shadow emerging from the far wall. It was Pri

" he sai

..I found a message," she said, showing him the note. "And th

. "I have heard rumors of an old agreement-a legacy that links our families. I never imagi

t an undeniable connection to the tapestry. "Do you think our meeting was m

imagined. "Our families must have been linked long ago," Zayn said softly. "But there is

rface was etched with symbols that matched those on the walls. With a shaky breath, Carina opened the box. Inside, she found a silver pendant

sure the prosperity and peace of Axum. If the heirs stray from the path of unity, a curse wil

n for us?" Zayn frowned and replied, "It means that our connection is not only meant to restore a lost legacy

r love and newfound duty were now part o

and ancient texts. They learned that their families had once been strong allies and protectors of a mystical artifact known as the H

was a promise to safeguard the Heart of Axum from those who would misuse its power. Many had tried to break this

ared destiny, can we lift this curse?" Zayn looked into her eyes with determination. "I

gentle, wise eyes. "I see you have discovered the truth," he said. "I am Malik, the keeper of the pal

e kingdom apart. The elders had bound the families with a powerful incantation and a warning: if the hei

Carina declared. "Our love must guide us through the darkness." Malik nodded and produced a weathered map. "Deep within the palace lies the

he palace and guarded by tests of virtue. As the night wore on and the torches dimmed, Carina felt both the weight

es," he promised steadily, "and p

oes. Servants and courtiers whispered of betrayal and secrets, and some sought the power of the Heart of Axum for thei

ts. In that moment, it became clear that their love, their duty, and the future of Axum were all intertwined. The

lik's map as their guide and the ancient decree echoing in their ears, they stepped into the night to uncover the secrets of the Cham