After two years of strong and radiant rule, Van began suffering from a mysterious illness,
His health deteriorated day by day, and the hearts around him beat with worry.
In the Golden Palace, between his two wives Leila and Nerin, and his comrades, Van kept fighting the pain,
But fate had already written the end of his journey.
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On a quiet night, with his two wives by his side who never left him, Van closed his eyes,
Closing the chapter of a hero whose dream was to unite the continent.
Seith, the Prime Minister, stood beside him wearing robes of sorrow and solemnity,
And announced before everyone:
"We have lost a leader, but we inherit his great legacy."
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The next morning, before the nobles and the people gathered, Seith ascended the platform and declared:
"By the Emperor's will, and the council's decision,
I announce that the eldest son, Rain, is the new Emperor of the Empire,
And the younger son, Darin, is appointed Crown Prince and Sword of the Empire."
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Rain stood before the crowd, a figure radiating strength and determination,
And said:
"I promise to continue my father's path, and protect the Empire with honor and justice."
Beside him, Darin raised his hand in salute to the people, affirming his full support for his elder brother.
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In the background of the ceremony, Seith stood among the varied faces of the commanders,
Knowing his responsibilities have grown, and that he must be a teacher, advisor, and leader behind the scenes.
He whispered to himself:
"The flame has passed on... and it is my turn to guard it."