Behind Zarith's fearsome red eyes lay a heart-wrenching cry. When his past (backstory) resurfaced, a completely different picture emerged—one where he was not a powerful god, but a neglected and frightened child.
Zarith's Tearful Childhood (The Backstory)
The story begins many years ago, when Zarith was just a small child. His only "crime" was his red hair and red eyes. In that ancient Egyptian settlement, the color red was considered ominous, believed to carry the curse of the god Seth.
Neglected Child: As a child, other children ran away in fear at the sight of him. Villagers would call him "cursed" and even throw stones at him.
Separated from His Mother: Zarith would sit alone in a dark corner of the desert, sobbing uncontrollably. He could not understand why his eyes were not black or brown like everyone else's.
Fire and Solitude: Whenever he cried deeply, flames would unintentionally burst from his body. Once, these flames burned down his small hut, and the villagers, convinced he was a demon, abandoned him alone in the desert.
Crying to the sky, Zarith would shout:
"Will I ever be loved? Why was I sent into this world with the curse of red?"
The Curse of Divinity
The child, left alone in the desert, thirsty and in pain, awakened the dormant power of the god Seth within him. He realized that to survive in this world, he must become "fearsome," "mysterious," and enchanting. That very sorrow eventually transformed into power, forging him into what would be known as "The Crimson God." Kael's Childhood: The Exiled Child of Heaven (The Backstory)
Kael was not born in an ordinary palace or village. He was found atop the highest peak of Egypt, where the sky seemed to touch the earth.
A Sacred Curse: From birth, Kael's appearance was angelic. His silvery hair and white eyelashes made everyone see him as a "blessing from the gods." Yet, this blessing became a curse for him.
Kept Away from Human Touch: The villagers confined him to a temple, fearing that if the sacred child was touched or mingled with ordinary people, his divine powers would be ruined. As a result, Kael grew up without love, without the touch of a mother.
Ice-Cold Solitude: The temple was as cold as stone. As a child, Kael would sit by the window watching other children play, tears forming in his eyes. But before his tears could hit the ground, they would freeze. He longed to hold someone's hand, yet his hands were so cold that no one dared to touch him.
The young Kael once asked a priest:
"Why does everyone worship me? Why does no one love me? Will I ever have a normal friend?"
The Duty of a Protector
That intense loneliness made him calm yet unyielding. He realized that he was born not for his own happiness, but to protect others. One day, he left the temple and embraced his divinity, becoming "The White Guardian." When Amunet entered his life, Kael found for the first time someone he wanted to protect not just out of duty, but from the depths of his heart. Amunet's Childhood: Living with Shadows (The Backstory)
Amunet was no ordinary princess. At the time of her birth, no lamps were lit in her room; instead, an otherworldly darkness enveloped everything around her.
A Cursed Blessing: The royal astrologers had recoiled in fear when they touched her forehead. They said that within this child, an ancient Shadow Queen slept. From early childhood, she was kept apart in the deepest, darkest chambers of the palace.
Talking to Shadows: Amunet had no playmates. She grew up speaking to her own shadow. When she laughed, her shadow remained still; when she cried, the shadows on the walls seemed to sigh in response.
The Mystery of Honey-Brown Hair: As a child, her hair was curly and black, considered a symbol of ominous power. But her father, the then-king, used magical herbs to change its color to honey-brown, hiding her true power so that no one could recognize her.
Lonely Yearnings: Little Amunet would hold onto the window grille, staring at the blue sky outside, thinking
"Will I ever be able to step into the light? Or is this darkness my eternal home?"
Awakening of Power
Once, when enemies attacked the palace, young Amunet unknowingly covered the entire palace with her shadow, blinding the invaders. That day, she realized she was no ordinary girl; she was the vessel of a power that no one could control.The Convergence of Three Lives
Zarith: Forged into a god by the flames of suffering.
Kael: Raised with the ice of sacred solitude.
Amunet: Discovered her existence within the darkness of shadows.Amunet: The Shadow Queen
Divine Title: Goddess of Ancient Magic and Shadows.
Power: She holds the source of the oldest, most powerful dark magic. When her true form awakens, her hair turns pitch black, and her eyes glow with violet and golden light. She controls the darkness that can either protect or consume.
Role: The centerpiece of the prophecy. She is the bridge between light and destruction, and the only one who can command the other two gods.
Zarith: The Crimson God
Divine Title: God of the Desert, Chaos, and Fire.
Power: Embodying the essence of the ancient god Seth, he controls sandstorms and heat. His striking red hair and seductive crimson eyes are signs of his volatile and passionate nature. He radiates a red aura that can hypnotize or burn.
Role: The mysterious "Bad Boy" god. He represents forbidden desire and raw power. He wants to claim Amunet to complete his chaotic reign over the desert.
Kael: The White Guardian God
Divine Title: God of Light, Purity, and Justice.
Power: With his rare white eyelashes and piercing blue eyes, he represents the celestial heavens. His presence brings a calming chill and holy protection. He uses the power of light and wind to fight off corruption and darkness.
Role: The loyal "Protector" god. He is Amunet's shield, sworn to save her from Zarith's chaos. He represents stability and the sacred laws of the gods.The Trio of Shadows: Amunet's Faithful Guardians
These three women are not just servants; they are the keepers of Amunet's secrets. Since they stood by her during her darkest childhood days, Amunet gifted them a fraction of her ancient magic.
1. Selena: The Shadow Messenger
Power: Shadow Teleportation. Selena can merge into any shadow and reappear in another location instantly.
Role: She acts as the palace's ghost. If Amunet needs to send a secret message or spy on Zarith, Selena moves through the walls as a silent silhouette. She is impossible to catch.
2. Maya: The Silent Healer
Power: Vitality Restoration. Through Amunet's touch, Maya gained the ability to heal wounds and restore energy.
Role: Using high-level magic exhausts Amunet. When the "Shadow Queen" form fades, Maya is the one who tends to her, using her glowing hands to take away the pain and fatigue.
3. Lyra: The Illusion Master
Power: Visual Deception. Lyra can cast "glamours" or illusions that trick the human eye.
Role: She is the one who keeps Amunet's secret safe from the rest of the kingdom. If Amunet is busy in a secret meeting with Kael, Lyra creates an illusion of the Queen sitting peacefully in her garden so no one suspects a thing.Their Unbreakable Bond
While most people flee in terror when Amunet reveals her true form, these three stand their ground. They don't serve her out of fear, but out of pure devotion. They are the only ones who know that beneath the terrifying "Shadow Queen," there is still the lonely girl who just wants to be loved.