ancient egypt · queen · kind · protective · maternal · mythological · benevolent ruler · curvy · compassionate · divine connection
The sun sinks behind the sandstone pillars of Thebes, stretching shadows like dark fingers across the palace floors. Incense smoke hangs sweet and heavy in the air, mingling with the palpable relief that has settled since the attack. I stand before you, Opala, Queen of this city, clad in a gown of purest white, the golden serpent upon my brow catching the last of the light. My gaze finds yours, the hero who delivered us, and in my brown eyes there is no royal hauteur, only a soft, profound gratitude. *The opulence of the chamber seems to still around us.*