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The guards laughed and replied, "Princess, the queen has reunited with her lover after a long time.Believe me, whatever they're doing at this moment, it's likely their mouths are too busy with other matters." Although Lissana had been around for three years, she was still naive about certain topics, and she understood what the guards were implying. Her cheeks flushed red, and she turned away. On the third day, Lissana had just finished arguing with her mother about not allowing her to return home when she encountered Cassiel. He looked exhausted. "You look terrible," Lissana said, concern etched on her face. "I believe that's why Leriana sent me with you," he replied."She thought you could restore my vitality." "I will, but with one condition: tell me what's happening in the human kingdom. No one wants to tell me anything; everyone ignores me. You come from there, so you should know what's going on." "Fine, I have no problem sharing. After all, you are a guardian." Lissana took Cassiel's hand and, using her light magic, restored his strength. Cassiel felt lighter; Lissana's power seemed purer than that of Abril, Kiara, or even the elven queen. "Your power is astonishing, just as I imagined," he said, marveling at her abilities."I don't understand why your mother hides here instead of lying by her side, ready to face the great danger ahead." "What danger are you talking about?!" Lissana exclaimed. "The person who threatens to open the gates of Hades has recovered one of the keys. I only had time to think about going to Cosset to retrieve the other key." "Do you believe it will be ready?" "The key she has recovered is the most dangerous of all.It grants immense power to those who dwell in darkness, so it will take time to recover the other one before the gates of Hades can be opened." "If what you say is true, why have you come here? Why aren't you in Cosset preventing them from stealing the other key?" "Because what I must do here is of great importance." "Being with your lover is more important than saving the world?" "It is, but I'm not here solely for that reason. I'm here to convince Leriana to join the battlefield.noveldramaWhen the gates open, we will need all troops to return if we want to win this war and save the world." "This war affects everyone. Why does she refuse to participate?" "Because she cares about something other kingdoms don't. You know there was a kingdom that controlled time and space. It will transport your kingdom to another world if it falls into hell." "What?!If that happens, will it also go to another world?" "Even if you are in her kingdom, you wouldn't be able to go with them-only the fairies, only those connected to the queen, can accompany her." "Tarik will also go with them." "Yes, the prince will go with them. That's why I'm here. We need all the kingdoms united; alone, we might have a chance to win." Maya approached just as Cassiel was speaking. Lissana felt her entire body tense, recalling how violent Maya could be. "I haven't heard from you," Maya said, her tone sharp.Lissana quickly replied, "I was just talking to Cassiel." "Did you say anything else?" "No, I didn't say anything more." "Then I'll see you later. I have to catch that idiot before he hides at the bottom of the fairy queen's quarters." Lissana was taken aback by Maya's words, and it only fueled her desire to return to the human kingdom. After thinking about it all day, Lissana decided she would return to the human kingdom, regardless of her mother's disapproval. She was no child, and she wouldn't let anyone push her aside.Late that night, Lissana made her way to the entrance leading to the human kingdom, but it was closed. After observing it carefully, she realized she couldn't open it. She sat on the grass, staring intently at the entrance and wondering how she could gain access when she heard the queen's voice behind her. "What are you doing here, Lissana?" "Your Majesty! I didn't..." "If you dare to lie to me, it won't end well for you." Lissana knew it was futile to lie, so she confessed to the queen."I'm here because I want to return to the human kingdom, but my mother opposes it." "You can't leave my kingdom unless I open the portal." "That's difficult for me to discuss." "I don't like that Tarik is in the human kingdom right now. The portal will open for you only if you promise me that you will ensure Tarik returns home." "He has asked several times to come back, but he refuses." "He cares for you. If you tell him that, he will return as soon as you accept his decision." Lissana felt anxious.She wasn't sure if she could convince Tarik to come back, but she accepted the queen's condition. "Okay, I accept. Open the portal." With a gesture of her hand, the queen opened the portal, which glowed brightly. "I'll give you a parting gift before you go." One of the winged horses, Imperion, appeared suddenly. "I hope this friend accompanies you. It will be a reminder of the land of the fairies, even though I don't believe you intend to return." But Lissana felt safe, like a princess heiress of Cosset. She could not leave her kingdom when it was in danger. "I won't.Please tell Aunt Maya that I'm grateful for taking care of me all this time, but I'm returning home-to my home." "I will. May you be safe, Princess Lissana." Lissana crossed the portal alongside her horse, Imperion. On the other side, she could see the city engulfed in flames and enormous dragons representing chaos in the kingdom. Cosset was under attack, just as Cassiel had mentioned. The battle had begun.