Love & Eternity

 In the beginning, there was nothing. No sky, no earth, no light, no darkness. And then, slowly, a spark ignited within the nothingness. A tiny flame flickered to life, and with it, the universe was born. The spark became a star, blazing bright against the inky blackness. And around the star, planets coalesced from swirling gas and dust, spinning and twirling in harmonious orbits. One of these planets, a lush and vibrant world of green and blue, would one day be home to a civilization unlike any other.

A race of creatures, unlike any other, awoke on this world. They were tall and graceful, their bodies a blend of animal and plant, their eyes glowing with an inner light. They called themselves the Luminescent. They were a peaceful people, living in harmony with their world and each other. They built cities of crystal and stone, their architecture a testament to their artistry and ingenuity.

In the center of their largest city, nestled among the tallest spires and tallest trees, stood a great temple. It was here that the Luminescent worshipped their gods, and where they sought guidance and wisdom. The temple was adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, depicting the history and mythology of their people. It was here that the most gifted of their kind trained to become priests and priestesses, to serve their gods and their people.

One such priestess, named Aelira, lived in the temple. She was young and beautiful, her body as graceful as a dancer's. Her eyes held a wisdom beyond her years, for she had spent many long hours studying the ancient texts and learning the ways of her ancestors. It was her duty, as it was the duty of all priestesses, to tend to the sacred flame that burned eternally within the heart of the temple. This flame was said to be a connection to the gods themselves, and it was the responsibility of the priestesses to keep it burning bright.