Chapter 1: The Heavenly Court

On the realm above all, covered by light white mist, there stood a city of gold. Rays of golden sunlight radiated the whole city; as such anyone of lower capabilities would be instantly blinded by such radiance. In the center of the vast city, surrounded by gardens of green jade fruits and ruby flowers, stood a place made entirely out of white marbles. The palace had no walls, only pillars of gigantic width and height. Each pillar was carved intricately of designs that depicted epics of war and peace. In the center of the palace, there was a mighty throne made of Ivory and adorned with jewels. Looking at the throne, one could feel the projection of power and absolute dominance.

Seated atop the throne was the king of this realm, Shen Wang. The mighty Shen Wang was the most dominant king this realm or the realms below this one, had seen in a long time. He wielded the power of fire and could burn anything in his path. As he did every other day, today, he had invited his heavenly court for some music and gossip. All the warriors and ministers who mattered were seated below the throne in their own seats worthy of their station. Besides the ivory throne, three wives of Shen Wang were seated. They were the epitome of beauty and grace. If one looked closely, of the three ladies, one exuded an aura of might, one of wealth and one of wisdom. The three queens were not only married to king Shen but also were his closest advisors. 

A gentle cough from Shen Wang was all it took for the hall to be quiet and eager for the upcoming performance. Celestial maidens dressed in pure white, flowing gowns and wearing pearls of heavy brightness walked into the court with a certain order and lined in the middle of the hall. Once their arrival, the entire court was filled with a fragrance that was faint yet fresh. Then came various musicians carrying drums, cymbals and flutes. Finally it was time for the main performer to arrive. Everyone looked towards the entrance to catch a glimpse of the celestial who had recently come out of secluded cultivation, after achieving a breakthrough in his path of music. 

After the stick of incense time passed, the eager crowd started to whisper and gossip among themselves. “He gives no face to the king himself”, “Is he not too arrogant?”, “How can he keep the court waiting?” and “How dare he” were common whispers heard within the palace hall. When one of the queens, who looked wise, heard the gossip she spoke in a calming tone to Shen Wang,

 “Your majesty after having secluded for almost a century it seems that the young musician has changed and become shy. He must be nervous to appear in front of you and perform. I hope , your majesty, does not give him a hard time.”

Once she spoke, the brows on Shen Wang's face unfurled and a faint smile could be seen in his face. He looked toward the goddess of wisdom and softly said,

”Rest assured. I will only encourage him and pacify any dissenting voices. After all he is one of my court members.”

All of a sudden rose petals began falling and the whole court was covered with pinkish hue. Then a young man appeared before everyone carrying a zither.

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