Fullmetal Alchemist Fan Fiction ❯ The Night Sky ❯ Chapter 8

[ T - Teen: Not suitable for readers under 13 ]

"Your Majesty, you should turn in early."
The new emperor of Xing inhaled deeply as he turned to his Royal Attendant.
"Mm," Emperor Yao laid down his brush. A huge pile of scrolls sat in a tray to his right.
A signboard that read "In Pursuit Of Cultivation" hung above against the wall.

"How many hours has it been now?"
A voice stood out from the shadows,"Your Majesty, judging by the incense, it is now half-past midnight."
The candles that flickered in the dim room, illuminated the dragon brocade as the emperor rose to leave.
"Very well, proceed to my chambers."

A retinue followed close behind him.
They passed by a garden lake.
A familiar figure appeared stealthily on a roof, alongside of the moon in it's reflection.
The emperor smiled.

The scent of sandalwood greeted him in the Royal Chamber.
It was a relief that he could finally rest alone, thus, dismissing any questions he had for the moment,
the emperor retired for the night in Sky Palace.